Highlights

Restored to a high standard
Dry stored in climate-controlled bubble
Original interior preserved in good condition
All instruments and electrics reportedly in working order

The Appeal

The Volkswagen Beetle is among the best-selling, longest-running cars of all time - a remarkable feat when you consider what an unconventional design it was.

It's one of the most recognisable and beloved classic cars ever produced, with a distinctive silhouette and charming character that has endeared literally millions of people. This 1974 example has been restored to a high standard, maintaining its original interior and ensuring all factory features are in working order.

Having been dry stored in a climate-controlled 'bubble' by the current owner since 2021, this Beetle presents an opportunity to own a well-preserved piece of automotive history that continues to attract attention wherever it goes.

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History and Paperwork

UK market RHD car
1974 model year
Badged as a 1500, although this is a 1200 model
Purchased by the current owner in June 2021
Dry stored in a climate-controlled bubble
Exempt from road tax and MOT
23,654 miles indicated
Another speedometer accompanies the car, visible in the photo gallery below
Several invoices from marque specialists

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The Condition

Restored to a high standard
Presents in smart condition for its age, as shown in photos
The bodywork and floor pans look to be straight and solid, with minimal wear and no known damage or serious corrosion reported by the vendor
Equipped with whitewall tyres
Original interior preserved in very good condition for its age
All instruments reportedly work correctly

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The Mechanics

Originally a 1200 model, now fitted with an 'AB code' twin-port engine, suggesting an early '70s 1300
Four-speed manual gearbox
Reportedly starts and runs well and has no faults known to the vendor

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