Highlights

Bespoke convertible conversion to good standard
Recent £8,500 of work by specialist Carrosserie
New roof, door seals, brake overhaul and engine work
Engine rebuild in 2023
Service and new carburettor in June 2024
Classic white with retrimmed interior and whitewalls

The Appeal

The factory Karmann Beetles exude an upright charm that is popular with enthusiasts. But if you want something a little lower and more louche, but still with Beetle-based open top fun, then you want this smart ‘72 convertible conversion.

Finished in white with black wheels, whitewalls and smart interior, it is a stylish one-off that comes to market fresh from a £8,500 makeover by specialist Carrosserie. That work included a bespoke new roof, door seals, engine work and a brake system overhaul. At the same time the car was serviced and received a new carburettor. The engine was rebuilt in June 2023.

You could keep this stylish bug ‘as is’ and enjoy it straight away, or there is obvious scope to take the individualisation a step further. Whichever you choose, it’s looks fun for friends and family.

The vendor says:

"Beautiful looking Beetle. Would make an excellent wedding car or great for a classic enthusiast who enjoys working on these type of cars as they require regular maintenance and you can always do more with them to your taste or standard."

History and Paperwork

First registered 1972
First UK registered 1984
Seven previous keepers
Converted by Auto Services in Worcester in early 1990s
New wings fitted in 1997
Current keeper since August 2009
Always garaged since purchase due to previous mechanical issue
Engine rebuild in 2023
HPI clear
Was previously yellow
This was changed in July 1990
Few miles since last MOT in 2010
£8,500 restoration by Carrosserie in June 2024
Work covered bespoke hood and frame, wiring, new seals and brake work
Summary of this work and invoices as shown
Description of this work also appears on the Carrosserie website
V5C in the current keeper’s name

Summary of Carrosserie work in June 2024:

Create and fit a bespoke roof
Engine work
Brake system overhaul
Full service
New carburettor
New door seals

The Condition

Older restoration and conversion in white with generally well kept paintwork
New wings fitted in 1997
Paint shows some areas of use such as stone chips to front
Bodywork remains presentable with straight panels
Vendor advises small dent on offside rear wing
Recent new bespoke roof in white vinyl by specialist Carrosserie
Roof correctly fitted by the same specialist in June 2024
New roof and window seals in 2024
Wiring refreshed in 2024
Supplied with tonneau in matching colour to interior
New door seals fitted
Door hinges show light weep as shown in photos
Light tarnish to some chrome features as shown
Black steel wheels in good order
White banded tyres fitted
Black vinyl interior with white piping looks smart
Interior shows light wear to seats and carpets but not unsightly
Modified dashboard with body colour finish

The Mechanics

1,300cc air-cooled engine
Engine rebuilt in 2023
4spd manual gearbox
Few miles covered since last MOT test
Recent service by Carrosserie in June 2024
New carburettor fitted at the same time
Extensive engine work by Carrosserie in 2024
Brakes also overhauled by the same specialist

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