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Asking price

€24,990

Private seller

1982 VOLKSWAGEN Buggy SOVRA LM1 For Sale

  • Left Hand Drive
  • Manual, 4 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1835cc
  • 1982
  • Orange
  • Private seller
  • FR
    Vailhauquès, France

Description

Hello :)

Lines, character, and always a touch of soul. That’s the spirit of Ohana Automobiles.

A true icon of the buggy, this SOVRA LM1 from 1982 presents itself in remarkable condition, after a complete restoration carried out with care and high standards.
A long-wheelbase four-seater model, rare and convivial, ready to enjoy every sunlit moment, between authenticity and modern performance.

The interior has been very carefully finished, the upholstery is magnificent.

The whole car has been meticulously maintained: the mechanicals are sound, the chassis in very good condition, and the bodywork is beautiful.

All mechanical checks have been carried out, this Buggy collector is ready to hit the road.

Work carried out
2024:

• New 1835 cc performance engine
• New Weber 44 IDF double carburettor kit
• 4-into-1 Bobtail Trimil exhaust
• Entirely new paint
• New tyres
• New clutch and gearbox oil seal

2025:
• Front disc brake kit + rose joints for large cone steering
• High-performance aluminium valve cover/ rocker tube envelopes
• Complete renovation of the wiring loom
• New customised dashboard
• 2 new leather front seats
• New rear bench and seatbelts
• New ignition

Summer 2025:
• Brake bleed, engine/ axle/ gearbox oil change, new plugs
• Accelerator cable replaced
• Fitting of a KING-regulator fuel filter
• Carb adjustment

Equipment:
• New 1835cc performance engine
• Leather upholstery
• 4 approved seats

Nice extras:
• Excellent overall condition
• An exceptional soundscape!
Equipped with a modern Bluetooth radio and a powerful JBL audio system, allowing you to enjoy your music even above the engine’s rumble.
• Entirely new paint
• Vehicle with French vehicle registration: Collection 4 seats

Non-exhaustive list!
Contact us and come quickly to try this vehicle
Viewings by appointment :)

At Ohana, we don’t just sell cars. We pass on stories, sensations, and sometimes a touch of nostalgia.

The story of this model:
The SOVRA LM1 is one of the most iconic French buggies of the 1970s–80s.
LM Sovra (Landois Michel & Société de Vente et de Réparation Automobile) is a French automotive manufacturer.
A handcrafted production which started with buggies, then with derivatives of large-series French vehicles. Its workshops are based in Corbeilles-en-Gâtinais (Loiret).

Made on the basis of a Volkswagen Beetle chassis, the LM1 stands out for its build quality, meticulous finish and harmonious lines.

A true leisure car in the 70s–80s, the Sovra LM1 symbolises freedom, carefree living and the pleasure of open-air driving.
Its name, LM for Landois Michel, remains today a badge of authenticity and rarity among vintage buggies.

Having become a sought-after collector’s model, it still appeals to enthusiasts with its timeless design, Volkswagen mechanical simplicity and the robustness of its French artisanal construction.

Who are we?
Ohana was born from a family passion for cars! The company name is no accident, but an obvious choice: Ohana means "family" in Hawaiian.
Hawaii is recognised as the state where citizens are the happiest and live with gentleness, kindness and fairness. These benevolent values are close to our hearts.

At Ohana, we guarantee the reliability and impeccable condition of each of our vehicles, which are rigorously appraised before being put up for sale on our site.

Classic cars, already collectors’ items, future gems, or everyday-use vehicles, we offer a full range of solutions according to your wishes and personalised support whatever your project.

We are committed to developing the local economy and cordial, trustworthy professional relationships! Therefore we have chosen local partners to inspect, service and prepare your car.

FINANCING – EXTENDED WARRANTY – BUYBACKS – DELIVERY POSSIBLE ACROSS FRANCE

Vehicle location

Vailhauquès, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Classic Cars
Country:
France
Reference number:
C1962586
Listed on:
04/02/2026
Year:
1982
Colour:
Orange
Seller type:
Private

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