Highlights

Restored ‘luxury’ Super Beetle convertible
Bespoke yellow and black colour scheme
Current keeper for 21 years and always garaged
Engine and gearbox recently refurbished
All leather interior colour-matched to the body

The Appeal

Few classics quite have the character of a classic Beetle, and this eye-catching ‘73 1303LS firmly leans into it. It is a Super Beetle convertible fitted with the 50bhp 1.6L engine and ‘luxury’ trim, notably including an improved clock.

The vendor acquired it in 2005 and says it has been used regularly and always garaged. It is finished in a bespoke yellow-and-black colour scheme, including the retrimmed leather interior, and presents well for a car of this age. The interior features front and rear seatbelts for up to five people. Enthusiasts will note the rare Lemmertz Sport wheels, including the spare, and period accessories like the front spoiler and auxiliary lights. A few detail points are worth noting in the photos.

We are told that the engine and gearbox have been refurbished and that the car runs very well. It is fitted with Spax shock absorbers. A tidy and very distinctive four-seat convertible.

The vendor says:

“Sound and runs well for a 1970's car. A real eye turner. Great condition and just awaiting to be taken out on the roads to enjoy.”

Key Information

Mileage: 43,000 miles indicated; the odometer has been replaced, and the reading is not believed to reflect the vehicle's true mileage (estimated at approximately 60,000 miles)
The clock has been replaced with a rev counter and a larger oil pump fitted along with separate oil temp and pressure gauge. The original clock is available but does not function.
Country of registration: Germany (now registered on Isle of Man plates)
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 50bhp 1,600cc horizontally opposed four-cylinder, four-speed manual
Paperwork: No specific documentation mentioned by the vendor

The Detail

Yellow and black colour scheme in generally good order
Some chips and light bubbling to note to panels in photos
Fitted with front spoiler and auxiliary driving lights
Described as well undersealed by seller
Classic Lemmertz Sport alloys and matching spare repainted in red and black
Mix of Kumho and Michelin tyres with white lettering
Black fabric folding roof in good general condition
Leather tonneau cover included
Retrimmed two-tone black and yellow interior in leather
Retrimmed door cards, carpets and dashboard in same colour theme
Electric windscreen washer fitted
Four inertia reel seat belts fitted, plus a fifth middle rear seat belt
Fitted with modern JVC stereo
Interior revised with centre console and auxiliary dials
Tow bar fitted

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