Built on May 7, 1973 for Middle East. Its M-plate lists 9 optional extras.
| MODEL | Volkswagen Type 2 ➡ Microbus (model 224) ➡ RHD, sliding door left ➡ Nine-seater, seat arrangement 3-3-3 |
| MODEL YEAR | 1973 |
| ENGINE | Type 1, Single carburetor |
| TRANSMISSION | Manual transmission, 4-speed |
| VEHICLE IDENT. NR. | 2232195441 |
| PRODUCTION DATE | May 7, 1973 |
| OPTIONAL EXTRAS |
M 197: Unknown code, year 1973 M 191: With outer and centre underfloor plates M 240: Engine with recessed crown pistons for low-octane fuel M 531: Harder rear torsion bars (like on Transporter version) (on model 23 only with M013, 015, 146, 177 or 609) M 616: Reversing lights (built-in with rearlight units) M F03: Unknown code, year 1973 M 121: Two electric ventilators in fresh-air system M 141: With heater outlet under middle bench seat M 156: Oil bath air filter with larger oil capacity for dusty regions |
| EXTERIOR | Body: Orient Blue (L53H) Roof: Orient Blue (L53H) |
| INTERIOR | Alabaster (Grey), Leatherette |
| DESTINATION | GTZ (German Technical Cooperation Agency) |
| DESTINATION COUNTRY | Middle East |