The headliner for the Bus

Headliner, accessories for the VW Bus T2 – completing the interior and roof area

The headliner defines the upper area of the VW Bus T2 interior and is complemented by various accessories required for fastening, tensioning and adjacent interior details. In addition to different headliner versions, the category includes headliner bows with caps, springs for headliner bows on vehicles with a sliding roof and retaining clips for headliner installation. There are also covers for the upper B-pillar area, grab straps and matching coat hooks. During restoration, attention should therefore not be limited to the visible roof headliner. Fastening and finishing components should also be inspected so that the individual parts can be selected to match the existing interior and installed together correctly.

Why are the headliner, accessories important in the VW Bus T2?

An intact headliner forms a large visible finish across the upper vehicle interior. The corresponding accessories perform different functions: headliner bows support the structure and positioning of the material, while retaining clips are used for fastening. Covers at the B-pillar complete adjacent interior areas, while grab straps and coat hooks provide additional functional details. If individual parts are missing or existing components are damaged, it should first be determined which function and installation position are affected. Particularly during a complete interior restoration, it is advisable to inspect the headliner and the associated fastening and finishing components together before final installation begins.

When should I inspect or renew the headliner, accessories in my VW Bus T2?

An inspection is recommended when the headliner is damaged, incomplete or noticeably aged, or when a comprehensive interior restoration is planned. Missing or damaged headliner bows, retaining clips or covers should also be identified before installing a new headliner. If only the visible headliner is renewed without checking the existing fastening parts, worn or missing components may not become apparent until installation. It is therefore advisable to inspect the entire roof area after removing the old material. Adjacent parts such as B-pillar covers, grab straps and coat hooks can also be included in this inspection. This makes it possible to determine at an early stage which parts are actually required for the planned installation.

How are the headliner and accessories installed in the VW Bus T2?

When installing the headliner and accessories, careful preparation and correct identification of the individual components are important. The existing roof and interior area should therefore be inspected completely before installation.

• Check existing fastening parts: Inspect headliner bows, caps, springs and retaining clips for completeness and visible damage before installation.
• Identify the headliner version precisely: Compare vehicle version, production period and the area to be covered before selecting and installing the appropriate headliner.
• Position the headliner carefully: Align the material evenly and take the intended fastening and tensioning points into account before completing the installation.
• Include adjacent accessories: Consider B-pillar covers, grab straps and coat hooks according to the existing interior and their respective installation positions.

A systematic sequence makes it easier to install fastening and finishing components at the appropriate stage and then complete the roof area without unnecessarily removing parts that have already been fitted.

Which headliner, accessories fit my VW Bus T2?

When selecting a headliner and accessories, the vehicle version, production period, installation position and existing interior are decisive. The category includes headliners for T2 production periods from 1967 to 1971 and 1971 to 1979, as well as versions in off-white and black. Variants for the cab area, single cab and double cab are also listed. The accessories include headliner bows with caps, a spring for the headliner bow on sliding-roof vehicles, retaining clips for headliner installation and left- and right-hand covers for the upper B-pillar area. Grab straps and coat hooks complete the category. The vehicle version and components actually present should therefore be compared carefully before selection.