Highlights

Replica of the extremely rare 'Zwitter' split screen Beetle
Highly detailed military Type 82E replica
Built using period panels and featuring clever accessories
1300cc engine fitted in place of the original smaller unit
UK registered and recorded as Historic Vehicle

The Appeal

This fascinating Beetle will appeal to deep-dive Beetle enthusiasts because it mixes an extremely rare model with a key point in the car’s history. It is a replica of the ultra-rare ‘Zwitter’ transition model, built in the highly detailed style of the jacked-up Type 82E Beetle used by the Wehrmacht as a staff car.

The Zwitter was only available for five months between October 1952 and March 1953 and features the split rear window of the early cars with the oval dash of the later ones. This car left the works shortly after those cars were built, so it isn’t genuine, but someone has built a very close replica that clearly knows these models inside out. The same goes for their knowledge of the Type 82E. The attention to detail across the cleverly patinated bodywork and beautifully detailed interior, with its aged seats and wood trim, makes this car as much a work of art as motorised transport.

Beneath the rear deck lid sits a 1300cc unit, that delivers more usable performance for modern road use. As an alternative to dropped, customised, air-ride-modded Beetles, this Zwitter replica looks like a show magnet.

Key Information

Mileage: 3,201 km indicated (total mileage may be higher)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: exempt
Technical specs: 1,300cc four-cylinder petrol, manual transmission, LHD
Paperwork: V5C, VW heritage certificate
Registration: sold on UK plate 141XVN

The Detail

December 1953 car built as a replica of the early 'Zwitter' configuration
Matte sand/desert paint scheme applied with patina throughout
Raised Type 82E style suspension as used by Wehrmacht
Fitted with ‘blackout’ style headlight shrouds
Shovel fitted to passenger side wing
Steel wheels with aged tyres showing cracking to the sidewalls
Matching spare wheel
Aged interior with deliberately patinated front seats
Rear seats replaced with accessories and wood trim to floors
UK registered since 2021 with two keepers

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