1975 Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Convertible

Highlights

  • Converted to right hand drive
  • 1600cc engine fitted
  • New hood recently sourced

The Appeal

A true design icon and one of the most successful cars ever produced, the Beetle is one of the few cars which genuinely needs no introduction.
This particular car started life fitted with a 1300cc engine, which has since been replaced with a 1600 unit to add a bit more power. This, along with the disc brakes and inertia reel seatbelts, makes it a decidedly modern car in comparison with the original Beetle when it was first released.
It has only been driven a couple of miles in the past year and remains in excellent condition. The fabric hood has recently been replaced and the black paintwork is in presentable condition.
If you’ve always fancied a convertible Beetle with a little extra power, then this is the car for you. 




The History and Paperwork

  • First registered in 1975
  • Imported to the UK in 1982
  • Resprayed around 1987
  • Converted to right hand drive
  • 1600cc engine fitted for a little extra power
  • Previous owner kept the car for 32 years
  • Only driven two miles in the past year
  • Road Tax and MOT exempt 
  • Four previous owners
  • Original owners manuals
  • A collection of old MOT certificates and tax discs




The Interior

  • Simple, uncluttered cabin
  • Black plastic dashboard well preserved
  • Switches and instruments work as they should
  • Tan upholstery in good condition
  • Some wear to driver’s and passenger’s seat lower bolsters
  • The vendor has informed us that the interior will be re-trimmed prior to sale
  • Front edge of rear seat worn
  • Inertia reel seatbelts fitted
  • Headlining secure
  • Rear side trims once had speakers fitted — now removed
  • Carpets presentable 
  • Original jack and spare wheel in front boot




The Exterior 

  • Bodywork thought to be all original
  • Heavy gauge steel wings
  • Paintwork in good overall condition
  • Chrome bumpers and mirrors replaced in 2012
  • Fabric hood recently replaced
  • Hood folding mechanism works easily
  • Original tonneau cover included
  • Glass rear window offers excellent visibility
  • Original Rostyle wheels refurbished with black centres
  • A set of four Firestone F-560 tyres fitted, said to retain good tread
  • Lamp lenses clear and bright
  • Underside is said to be clean and free from corrosion




The Mechanics 

  • 1600cc engine fitted for a little extra power
  • Front disc brakes reportedly stop the car well
  • Said to be lovely to drive, with a comfortable ride and no untoward noises
  • In excellent mechanical condition throughout 
  • Engine bay tidy and presentable
  • Converted to right hand drive in 1989
  • Invoices on file for spare parts and servicing



Summary

There’s something inherently charming about a Beetle, with their rear-mounted air-cooled engines and unmissable styling. And what’s not to like about a convertible version. 
Add to this the extra poke you get from a larger engine and you get a very useable car indeed. This is the perfect choice for use on sunny afternoons and is almost guaranteed to bring a smile to the driver’s face, as well as passers by.


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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1975
  • Make Volkswagen
  • Model Beetle Karman Cabriolet (1303)
  • Colour Black
  • Odometer 113,434 Miles
  • Engine size 1600
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Churchover
  • Location Warwickshire
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
19 bids
  • sl•••• £10,000 11/04/23
  • mi•••• £9,800 11/04/23
  • sl•••• £9,400 11/04/23
  • ma•••• £9,000 11/04/23
  • sl•••• £8,600 11/04/23
  • mi•••• £8,500 11/04/23
  • sl•••• £8,300 11/04/23
  • Ge•••• £8,200 11/04/23
  • go•••• £8,100 11/04/23
  • mi•••• £8,000 11/04/23
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