Highlights
- Very rare and desirable build with fewer than 800 ever produced
- Distinctive one-piece flip-up canopy design
- Lightweight fibreglass construction for enhanced performance
- Complete with USA Title and Dutch import documentation
- All duties and VAT have been paid
The Appeal
The Sterling Sebring Coupe is one of the most distinctive kit cars of the 1980s, with its futuristic wedge-shaped design and iconic flip-up canopy that includes both windshield and roof.
Based on the British Nova kit car but adapted for the American market, this 1980 example offers enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own a piece of alternative automotive history. This Sterling is built on a Volkswagen Beetle floor pan with the original air-cooled flat-four engine, creating a lightweight and nimble driving experience.
Based on the British Nova kit car but adapted for the American market, this 1980 example offers enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own a piece of alternative automotive history. This Sterling is built on a Volkswagen Beetle floor pan with the original air-cooled flat-four engine, creating a lightweight and nimble driving experience.
History and Paperwork
- VIN: 119954939
- 1980 model year with USA Title and European import documentation
- All duties and VAT have been paid for hassle-free European ownership
- One of fewer than 800 examples ever produced
- VIN: 119954939
- The seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping arrangements
- Road registration in Europe is the responsibility of the buyer
The Condition
- Presents as a well-preserved example of this rare kit car
- Red fibreglass body presents in good order
- Features the signature one-piece flip-up canopy design
- Minimalist interior typical of the model, looks in good order for its age
The Mechanics
- 1.3-litre air-cooled four-cylinder boxer engine
- Four-speed manual transmission with VW transaxle
- Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive configuration
- Built on a Volkswagen Beetle Type 1 chassis
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