Add-on parts for the body of a Bus

Body attachments / bodywork for the VW Bus T2 – accessories for different exterior areas

The body attachments / bodywork category includes various components and accessories for the exterior body of the VW Bus T2. These include air intake grilles for the front area, roof racks, tow bars and various components relating to number plates and their fastening. The selection is complemented by smaller fastening and installation parts such as clips, plastic nuts, rubber washers and fastening sets. Wooden strips for the load bed of the Bus T2 double cab are also included in the category. As the listed body attachments perform different tasks and are used in different areas of the vehicle, you should always consider the specific intended use and the respective version when making your selection.

What functions do body attachments / bodywork perform on the VW Bus T2?

The body attachments / bodywork perform very different functions depending on the product. Air intake grilles belong to the front body area and are listed in different versions. Roof racks extend the usable area on the vehicle roof, while tow bars are used as separate attachments on the vehicle. Another focus is on number plate holders and number plate fasteners. These include aluminium number plate backing plates, rubber washers and various fastening elements. Clips, cover caps, plastic nuts and fastening sets, on the other hand, are intended for specific installation and fastening tasks. The category therefore combines larger body attachments with smaller components that may be required for complete or neat installation.

When should I inspect or replace body attachments / bodywork?

Checking the body attachments is particularly useful if visible damage, missing fasteners or changes to already installed components are noticed. With clips, plastic nuts, rubber washers and other small installation parts, you should check whether they are still complete and suitable for their respective fastening task. Number plate backing plates, holders, air intake grilles and other externally mounted parts can also be inspected for damage or an unsuitable version. When replacing a component, it is important to consider not only the actual part but also the associated fastening parts and the existing installation situation on the VW Bus T2.

What is important when selecting and installing body attachments / bodywork?

As the category contains very different components, the selection of body attachments / bodywork depends on the respective application area and the specific product designation.

• Determine the vehicle area: First establish whether you need a component for the front, roof, load bed, number plate area or a specific fastening point, for example.
• Observe production-year information: Different production periods are specified for individual products such as air intake grilles and tow bars and must be considered when selecting them.
• Check fastening parts as well: During installation, verify whether the required clips, nuts, rubber washers, caps or other fastening elements are present and suitable.
• Compare the exact version: Consider product-specific differences such as installation position, dimensions of number plate backing plates, material or the specific design of the respective attachment.

Especially in a category containing very different components, the exact product designation is important. It helps you distinguish similar products from one another and select the version suitable for the intended area of the vehicle.

Which body attachments / bodywork fit my VW Bus T2?

Which body attachments / bodywork are suitable for your VW Bus T2 depends on the respective vehicle area and the required component. The category includes air intake grilles for different production periods, roof racks, tow bars, number plate holders and number plate backing plates as well as numerous fastening components. Wooden strips for the load bed of the Bus T2 double cab are also included. You should therefore first determine which component or installation area is concerned. Production-year information, installation position, material, dimensions or other characteristics stated in the product designation can then be compared. This allows the selection to be narrowed down to the body component actually required and its intended use.