Having seen the photo she is clearly the most elegant car of the C20th, hard to believe designed in1956, a true classic, the combination of robust VW engineering and Italian style. From sweeping Frunk to twin chrome exhaust, a unique silhouette.
Beetle-chassis, 1600cc , flat-4 power plant with manual transmission, distinctive throb of very simple but efficient engine.
Fully restored in 2015, now a chic grey with burgundy upholstery, (original oriole/ yellow). Stylish white- wall tyres , homage to her previous life as the ultimate touring car.
Engine replaced, low mileage, excellent body condition .
Photo shows a tiny stone chip paint damage on wing.
Roof, not often required,( but in perfect order); prefer the very effective heater boxes for chilly winter days, such a simple design, nothing to go wrong unlike hi-tech modern cars! (All weather cover for dust protection in a garage, or outside included).
Verbal history relates early years in California, later life in Europe.
Controle Technique,(Fr). valid to February 2025. All in good order structural and mechanical.
Sad to say goodbye to her , illness dictates no more cruising the highways and byways. A much cherished and reliable companion, weekly trips to the market as well as outings for picnics and sight seeing in the Pyrenees. Ample space for suitcases on the back seat as well as room in the frunk, (beside the spare wheel, unused).
One of the many pleasures of such a car are the smiles and waves from drivers who enjoy seeing something special still on the road.
