Highlights
- Only two registered keepers since 1991
- Genuine factory Karmann in fetching white
- Solid, presentable and very usable four seater convertible
- Recently released from long term dry storage
The Appeal
It wasn’t an obvious idea but it was certainly an inspired one. Karmann’s makeover of the humble Beetle created a high quality, four seater convertible quite unlike anything else on the market.
For all those reasons these factory cars are popular with buyers. You get all the reliability and quirkiness of a classic Beetle with the family and friends versatility of that drop top roof.
Classically finished in white and equipped with Speedwell BRM alloys, this lovely ‘79 1303 convertible presents well. It comes with lots of history too. Recently released from long term dry storage, it is said to run and drive very well but may benefit from some recommissioning. It looks perfect for sunny summer road trips.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 1979
- First UK registered 12th April 1991
- Two UK registered keepers
- Correct Karmann badging to wings
- Wind up rear windows with chromed surrounds indicate this is a genuine Karmann
- Good history file as shown in photographs
- Eligible for Historic Vehicle status so MOT, tax and UL exempt
- Dry stored and sparingly used since last MOT in 2013
- Last MOT expired July 2014 with 81,282kms showing on test
- Now showing 81,406kms
The Condition
- White paintwork is generally very well kept with few signs of age
- Bodywork presents well with some minor points to note in photographs
- There are some areas of bubbling and paint deterioration to note
- These include bonnet, doors and front wings
- Bodywork is straight and we have no reports of accident damage
- Retains its Karmann wing badges
- Straight door tops and B post lines and wind up chrome-rimmed windows indicate a factory model
- Sits on wide profile 15in Speedwell BRM alloy wheels which are in good condition
- Tyres are well kept with plenty of tread showing
- Folding black vinyl roof in very good condition with clean and well kept headlining
- Chromed windows all round which wind down and appear to operate correctly
- Front and rear bumpers show some light tarnish to the chromework
- Black interior with vinyl seat covers fitted front and rear
- Due to the seat covers we cannot confirm the condition of the seat material
- Black carpets with rubber overmats appearing to be in good order
- Black vinyl door cards which show some deterioration to bases
- Well kept cabin fittings including dashboard, dials and switchgear
- Fitted with a period correct Goodmans radio cassette
- Spare wheel supplied
- Underside presents well with evidence of recent undersealing protection
The Mechanics
- 1,300cc air cooled 4cyl Volkswagen engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Reported to drive well
- Good history file as shown in photographs
- Dry stored since last MOT test in 2013
- Few miles covered in that time so may benefit from recommissioning
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