1978 Volkswagen Beetle Last Edition
auctions.single.seller.popular
auctions.single.seller.view-count
auctions.single.seller.images
Highlights
- A lovely example of the one of the 300 UK last edition Beetles with #50 plaque
- Boasting low original mileage and a reportedly great mechanical condition
- Has benefitted from a bare metal respray and interior retrim
- Jaw dropping condition
The Appeal
By 1972 the ubiquitous had attained the title of best-selling car ever with a mighty 15M having been built at that stage. However, by the mid 1970’s the little bug’s lustre was starting to fade. It was feeling terribly dated when compared to younger competitors and sales were in a nose-dive. Despite VW releasing a slew of special editions, the nose-dive seemed terminal. As such VW planned to retire the car in 1978. As a last hoorah for the UK market 300 Last Edition Beetles (or LEBs) were released. All of the run were differentiated by their Diamond Silver Metallic paint and Marine Blue velour upholstery.
This fine example of the LEB is a six-owner car with a mere 78,000 miles behind her. The car presents very well and has enjoyed the benefit of a recent bare metal respray and an interior retrim which is sympathetic to the original specification. This car carries the Last Edition plaque bearing the number 50.
The History and Paperwork
- Like all Last Edition Beetles this car left the Emden factory in early 1978
- It was imported in the UK dealer network and first registered in January 1978
- Between then and February 2022 the car passed through five owners
- This represents an average tenure of nearly nine years
- The car was acquired by the current owner in February 2022
- The condition of the car was reported as excellent at that point
- The paintwork had faded in places, however, so a bare metal respray was commissioned
- The interior has also been retrimmed
- There is a good level of paperwork with the Beetle
- This includes the current V5 registration document
- The current MOT is also present in hard copy form
- This is an advisory free MOT and valid until April 2024
- This is present despite the Beetle being MOT and VED exempt in the UK
- Numerous invoices, manuals and earlier MOTs are also present
- The previous MOTs date back to around 1989 and are mostly all present
The Interior
- All LEB interiors were finished in a marine blue self-patterned, striped fabric
- This interior has been professionally retrimmed
- As such it appears to be in a fine condition throughout
- The front seats are, obviously, pristine with fabric facings and vinyl sides and backs
- The rear bench is equally well presented in the same fabric
- The door cards and side panels are finished in marine blue vinyl
- The flooring is courtesy of hard wearing dark grey carpets
- The light vinyl headlining is clean and tightly fitted
- The simple dashboard is totally originally with the single VDO gauge
- No cutting or adaptations for radio fitments have been made
- The LED plaque is fitted to the glove box lid, exhibiting the number 50
- The front luggage compartment is fitted with a textured vinyl protective mat
- The vertically stowed spare wheel sits at the front of this compartment
The Exterior
- Presented in freshly and professionally applied Diamond Silver Metallic paintwork
- A bare metal respray has been undertaken in the current ownership
- The results are very positive with the car exuding a lustrous shine throughout
- All new window, bonnet and boot seals were fitted at this point, too
- The chrome of the bumpers, body trim and light surrounds is clean and bright
- The steel wheels are the correct 13-inch items and are painted in silver
- They are in excellent condition and are fitted with domed and chromed VW hub caps
- The cabin glass and window lenses look pristine and original
- These include the signature “elephant’s foot” rear light lenses
- A very minor light scratch is noted and pictured on the windscreen
The Mechanics
- The LEBs were fitted with the four cylinder, four stroke air cooled engine
- In this model they were all the 1,192cc engine good for around 34bhp
- The owner reports that the Beetle has just had a service
- This included a carburettor overhaul, new ignition parts and leads
- The engine bay presents beautifully and is very clean and straight
- The car is reported to start instantly and be in a fine mechanical condition
- The mechanical specification has been kept entirely original
Summary
Whilst the Beetle was built in huge numbers, certain models and editions were purposely kept exclusive to warrant the “special” part of their special edition status. In the case of the UK market Last Edition Beetle a mere 300 left Emden in 1978. Needless to say, the ravages of time has reduced that number still further with around 100 known to the LEB Register. Low numbered Beetle numbers will always be sought after and valued, and that will only become more evident with the passing of time.
This example looks fantastic with its newly applied silver paintwork really popping and exuding a high shine. The interior looks equally as good with its retrimming and fettling. Piecing together the evidence from the advisory free MOT, the low original mileage and the fine look of the engine bay and it is clear that this is a mechanically well sorted car. It really leaves no box unticked for the Beetle enthusiast and will sure to prove popular so place your best bid to avoid disappointment. You never know when a LEB as good as this will next be available.
Notice to bidders
This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only. Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.
UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
A non-refundable buyer’s deposit is payable on this item, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for the applicable percentage.
Consulta le nostre FAQ qui e i nostri Termini e condizioni qui
Specifiche del veicolo
- Anno 1978
- Marca Volkswagen
- Modello 1978 Last Edition
- Colore Diamond Silver Metallic
- Chilometraggio 78,050 Miglia
- Cilindrata 1192cc
Dettagli d'asta
- Tipo di venditore Privato
- Città Cardiff
- Posizione Wales
- Paese Regno Unito
13
offerte
da 4
offerenti
- si•••• £12,100 07/06/23
- ad•••• £11,850 07/06/23
- si•••• £11,600 07/06/23
- ad•••• £11,500 07/06/23
- si•••• £11,250 07/06/23
- ad•••• £11,000 07/06/23
- si•••• £10,750 07/06/23
- ad•••• £10,500 07/06/23
- si•••• £10,250 07/06/23
- ad•••• £10,000 06/06/23
La galleria
Come funzionano le offerte massime
Il processo di offerta massima ti permette di fare offerte senza preoccupazioni.
Inserisci la tua offerta massima e il sistema farà offerte automaticamente per assicurarsi che tu sia il miglior offerente - fino all'ammontare da te stabilito come tetto massimo.
Anti-sniping
Car & Classic contrasta il fenomeno dello “sniping”, ovvero il fenomeno dei rilanci all'ultimo secondo per vincere l'asta.
Se viene fatta un'offerta nei 3 minuti prima della chiusura dell'asta, la scadenza di questa viene automaticamente estesa di 2 minuti per permettere agli altri offerenti di reagire e, se lo desiderano, di rilanciare.
Incrementi di offerta automatica
- Se la sua offerta massima è uguale o inferiore al prezzo di riserva, la sua offerta massima sarà applicata per intero se lei è il miglior offerente.
- Se siete il miglior offerente e fate un'offerta massima superiore a quella di riserva, la riserva verrà automaticamente inserita come prima offerta.
-
- Una volta raggiunta la riserva, Car & Classic si assicurerà che tu sia il miglior offerente utilizzando solo gli incrementi di offerta indicati di seguito.
- Vi terremo in testa fino alla vostra offerta massima O all'incremento più vicino alla vostra offerta massima, a condizione che la vostra offerta massima sia sufficiente a coprire il valore dell'incremento.
| Ammontare dell'offerta | Incremento |
|---|---|
| Da £0 a £9,999 | £100.00 |
| Da £10,000 a £49,999 | £250.00 |
| Da £50,000 a £99,999 | £500.00 |
| £100,000 + | £1,000.00 |
Superamento immediato dell'offerta
Quando piazzi un'offerta massima e questa viene immediatamente superata, questo significa che un altro offerente ha impostato una soglia di offerta massima superiore alla tua.
Puoi fare nuovamente un'offerta o impostare una soglia più alta di offerta massima e il nostro sistema rilancerà fino alla nuova soglia, cercando di portarti a essere il miglior offerente.
Offerte massime di pari ammontare
Quando ci sono due offerte massime di pari ammontare, quella impostata per prima è quella che viene considerata “migliore offerta”.
Pre-autorizzazione
Potremmo trattenere un piccolo importo di pre-autorizzazione sulla tua carta fino alla fine dell'asta, quando quest'ultimo verrà poi stornato. Se vinci, verrà prelevata una caparra che verrà detratta dal pagamento del prezzo di vendita per il veicolo e non comporta costi aggiuntivi per te.
Cosa sono le Offerte pre-asta?
Offerte pre-asta significa che avete la possibilità di fare offerte prima dell'inizio ufficiale dell'asta.
Verrà comunicato se si è il miglior offerente o meno all'inizio dell'asta.
Problema con l'offerta
Le offerte sono contrattualmente vincolanti. Per tutelare l'utente, sono previste alcune regole nel caso in cui si ritenga che sia stato digitato in modo errato. Si prega di controllare e modificare quanto inserito.