Description
1974 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Karmann Cabriolet by Memminger
** One German owner for over 50 years | 19, 000 km | Reimagined by Memminger**
Some cars are defined by their condition. Others by their provenance. The most compelling examples possess both.
This exceptional 1974 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Karmann Cabriolet was supplied new in Germany and remained with its original owner for more than 50 years, covering just 19, 000 kilometres from new.
The car was subsequently entrusted to Memminger Feine-Cabrios, the renowned Bavarian Volkswagen specialist responsible for some of the finest reimagined Beetles in existence.
For those unfamiliar with the name, Memminger occupies a position within the Volkswagen world not unlike that of Singer for Porsche. Their philosophy is simple: retain everything that gives the original car its character, while elevating the engineering, materials, finish and detail to an entirely different level.
And it is those details that make this car.
The interior is beautifully trimmed in Nappa leather and features Memminger Recaro seats with electric adjustment and heating, together with a Nappa leather-trimmed steering wheel.
Externally, period Cibié auxiliary spotlights and classic ATS alloy wheels give the car a purposeful but beautifully understated appearance. Bilstein rear dampers form part of the carefully considered mechanical specification.
Importantly, the car has also recently returned to Memminger for a comprehensive service and recommissioning. The engine was serviced and set up, with further attention given to the braking system, suspension, steering, electrical system, hood mechanism, trim and numerous smaller components throughout.
The body and paintwork have received similarly careful attention, including protective film to vulnerable areas and a nano paint treatment.
The result is a Beetle that retains the authenticity and provenance of an exceptionally low-mileage, long-term ownership example, while benefiting from the craftsmanship and engineering for which Memminger has become renowned.
Highlights
• One German owner for over 50 years
• Just 19, 000 kilometres from new
• Reimagined by Memminger
• Recently comprehensively serviced and prepared by Memminger
• Nappa leather interior
• Memminger heated and electrically adjustable Recaro seats
• Cibié auxiliary spotlights
• ATS alloy wheels
• Bilstein rear dampers
• Detailed Memminger documentation
• Exceptional condition throughout
The car retains its German EU registration and currently resides with us in the UK. It can be supplied retaining its German registration for a European buyer, or we can assist with UK registration if preferred.
There are many restored Beetles available. Very few combine this provenance, mileage and level of execution.
