Highlights
- Completely reconditioned in a specialist workshop 30 years ago
- Single-family ownership from new
- Always stored in a private garage, never left outside
- Owner reports it attracts significant attention when driven
- MOT valid until February 2026
The Appeal
The Karmann-built Beetle Convertible is one of the most desirable variants of Volkswagen's iconic people's car. Sure, the Beetle is already the stuff of legend - but Karmann undeniably pumped a decent budget into their convertibles, and by most accounts the Karmann Convertibles are simply the more durable, comfortable car compared to their austere basis.
A good example is something to be prized, and while they're highly clamoured for, they're still a very affordable, reliable and easy-to-maintain classic. The sort of car nobody would pass up, really!
This particular '78 car has been in the same family from new, and underwent a comprehensive spot of reconditioning work in the 90s. Since then, it's been stored in a dry, private garage - and you can really tell. It's in superb order, ready and waiting to go.
A good example is something to be prized, and while they're highly clamoured for, they're still a very affordable, reliable and easy-to-maintain classic. The sort of car nobody would pass up, really!
This particular '78 car has been in the same family from new, and underwent a comprehensive spot of reconditioning work in the 90s. Since then, it's been stored in a dry, private garage - and you can really tell. It's in superb order, ready and waiting to go.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1978
- Single-family ownership from new
- To be specific, it was originally the vendor's father's
- Completely reconditioned in a specialist workshop 30 years ago
- Was stripped back to basic shell and rebuilt to current condition
- Has been stored in a private garage for the entire duration, never left outside
- Owner has folder of paperwork documenting recent services
- Car has been serviced recently with no concerns
- MOT valid until February 2026
The Condition
- Appears in smart condition for its age
- Striking red metallic paintwork offers a very bold finish
- Only a few minor blemishes/scratches on exterior
- No sign of any significant dents or dings
- Some patina to the brightwork
- Colour matched wheels in good order
- Underside appears clean and solid underneath
- Slight discoloration of the leather hood at the rear
- Interior is in good condition with only a few minor defects
- Very gentle wear to the upholstery and carpets
- Speedometer stopped working just before 10,000 miles
- All other instruments and switchgear work to owner's knowledge
- Car has an immobiliser that is somewhat temperamental (owner plans to have this fixed)
The Mechanics
- 1584cc flat-4 engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- True to factory-spec
- Engine bay appears in good condition
- We understand that the car is in fine mechanical order and ready to drive away
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