Rear glass for a Bus

Rear of the VW Bus T2: glazing for the rear window and pickup versions

At the rear of the VW Bus T2, the glazing plays an important role in visibility, protection and the completion of the body. The linked category includes a clear heated rear window for Bus T1/T2 as well as a clear rear window for pickup and double-cab versions from the 1967 to 1979 production period. The correct choice therefore depends on the respective vehicle and rear configuration. Intact rear glazing provides clear visibility behind the vehicle and, together with the suitable window seal, forms a clean transition between the glass and the body. Especially during restoration, not only the pane itself but also the entire installation area should therefore be checked carefully.

Why is the glazing at the rear of the VW Bus T2 so important?

The rear window extends visibility behind the vehicle and is at the same time a large component of the rear body. A correctly installed rear window must sit evenly in its intended area and work together with the appropriate seal. The heated version additionally includes an electrical heating function integrated into the glass. The pickup or double-cab version, on the other hand, uses a separate rear window for the corresponding vehicle construction. The glazing at the rear of the vehicle therefore differs not only in shape and installation position but also according to vehicle version and technical design.

When should I inspect or replace the rear glazing?

The rear glazing should be checked regularly for visible damage and correct positioning. Pay particular attention to cracks, stone chips, damaged glass edges and significant scratches. On a heated rear window, also check for visible damage to the heating elements or their connections. Moisture or water marks around the window area can also indicate that not only the glass but also the adjacent rear-window seal should be inspected. If the vehicle is being restored or the rear body area repaired, this is a sensible opportunity to assess the glass, seal and window frame together.

How is the rear glazing replaced?

The replacement procedure depends on the respective rear-window and vehicle version. With all versions, the glass, window frame and seal should be handled carefully and checked for condition before installation.

• Inspect the existing rear window: Check the glass for cracks, damaged edges, scratches and other visible defects and assess how it sits in the frame.
• Check the window frame and seal: Before installation, make sure the frame is clean and that the existing or new seal can be fitted correctly.
• Install the rear window according to the version: Align the pane according to the intended vehicle version and avoid unnecessary stress in the glass.
• Check fit and function afterwards: Verify that glass and seal sit evenly all the way around and, with a heated rear window, that the corresponding connections are correctly taken into account.

Handling large vehicle windows requires careful work. Installing the rear glazing correctly helps avoid unnecessary stress on the glass, seal and adjacent body areas.

Which rear glazing is suitable for my VW Bus T2?

When selecting glazing for the rear, the specific vehicle version is the key factor. The linked category page contains a clear heated rear window for Bus T1/T2 as well as a clear rear window for pickup and double-cab versions from 1967 to 1979. The available panes therefore differ by vehicle type as well as by design and function. Before replacement, you should carefully compare the existing pane, vehicle version, production period and the respective product information. This allows you to select the suitable rear window specifically for the intended area of your VW Bus T2.