Highlights

Professionally converted five years ago to electric power by Retro Electric
Smart retro-look Beetle in blue with white trim and discreet decals
£40,000 invested since purchase in 2023
New adjustable suspension, front disc brakes and rack and pinion steering
Approximately 130 miles range per charge
Registered as an electric vehicle with DVLA

The Appeal

If you’re going to pick a classic to ‘electrify ’, then the original Beetle makes plenty of sense. These cars are distinctive, with a vibrant modding scene, and they are the original city and suburban runaround.

This 1971 example takes the iconic silhouette into the modern era with a professional electric vehicle conversion by Retro Electric. Finished in satin Porsche blue, it was converted and restored five years ago, then purchased by the current keeper in 2023. The EV conversion retains the original gearbox, which can be left in 4th gear, and includes clever details like the charger in the original fuel filler location. We’re told that the range is 130 miles per charge.

Since the vendor acquired the car, he has invested £40,000 in further improvements. Work has included adjustable suspension, front disc brakes, and rack-and-pinion steering. Inside, Mazda tombstone black leather front seats pair with the original black vinyl rear bench. It also has a Bluetooth amplifier and hands-free telephone. The vendor states that it drives very nicely and is mechanically and structurally in very good condition. Dry stored in a warehouse, this electrified Beetle presents well and offers a distinctive blend of heritage and modern engineering.

For those seeking the charm of a classic Beetle with the benefits of zero-emission motoring, this is a compelling proposition.

The vendor says:

“The car is mechanically excellent. It travels approximately 130 miles on a charge. The charger is in the original fuel filler. It drives very nicely indeed. Mechanically and structurally, it is in very good condition.”

Key Information

Mileage: 25,815 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: exempt
Technical specs: Electric motor, two-speed manual gearbox
Paperwork: offered with limited documentation

The Detail

Professionally converted by Retro Electric around five years ago
Purchased by the current owner post-restoration
Painted in satin Porsche blue with good chrome throughout
Paintwork presents well with neat details like white trim and bespoke decals
Fitted with VW bonnet emblem
Steel wheels with wider rims to rear set
Chromework in good order with vendor stating one light surround could be replaced
Mazda tombstone black leather front seats and original black vinyl rear seats
Fitted with a Bluetooth amplifier and hands-free telephone
Vendor states vehicle drives very nicely
Dry stored in a warehouse

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