Bring your Vanagon back to factory-correct with this original 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon / Transporter Owner’s Manual.
Whether you’re restoring a van to stock condition, completing a glovebox literature set, or just appreciate having the original documentation on hand, this is the real-deal OEM booklet issued by Volkswagen.
Nothing completes a Vanagon interior like the proper factory manual sitting in the glovebox.
Year: 1987
Model Coverage: Volkswagen Vanagon / Transporter
Format: Factory Owner’s Manual
Language: English (confirm if needed)
OEM Volkswagen original
Condition: Used
This manual covers:
Vehicle operation
Maintenance intervals
Dashboard controls
Fluid specifications
Fuse locations
Factory service recommendations
Safety and driving information
It’s both a functional reference and a must-have for collectors aiming for originality.
If you’re showing your van, selling it, or just love having period-correct documentation, this adds real value.
Designed for:
✔ 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon
✔ 1987 Volkswagen Transporter
✔ Gasoline models (1.9L & 2.1L transition year — verify your configuration)
Please confirm this matches your vehicle year before purchasing.
This is a used original manual.
Expect:
Normal cover wear
Possible light creasing or edge wear
Clean, readable interior pages
No major missing sections (verify in photos)
Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.
At North Westy, Vanagons aren’t just parts — they’re history. What started in the Pacific Northwest as a passion for keeping these adventure rigs alive has grown into one of the most trusted names in Vanagon restoration, performance upgrades, and complete adventure-ready builds.
We appreciate the details — right down to the literature in the glovebox.
Be sure to check out our other listings for rare Vanagon parts, OEM components, and hard-to-find accessories. And visit the North Westy website to explore our full lineup of services and builds.
Your Vanagon deserves the full story.