Details

This 1979 VW Super Beetle convertible is a California car that shows well with its shiny red exterior, white top and contrasting black vinyl interior. A third-party inspection was conducted to transparently document the vehicle's condition. Features include:

• A flat four-cylinder engine backed by a four-speed manual transmission.
• MacPherson strut suspension to improve handling and ride quality.
• Manual convertible vinyl top
• A single instrumentation gauge.

This VW Beetle is available in San Anselmo, CA as a Premium Listing on CLASSIC.COM and is being sold by Parker Frazier.

About the model

The Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible was a variant of the Volkswagen Beetle Type 1, introduced in 1971. The Super Beetle convertible had a rear-end, air-cooled four-cylinder boxer engine and rear-wheel drive as well. The Super Beetle convertible, as its Coupe sibling, was the result of a significant update of the Beetle's suspension and overall size. This variant replaced the torsion bar front suspension with MacPherson struts with coil springs. It retained the flat windscreen and the luggage area increased to 9 cu ft. Offered as a restyled version, sales were not as expected so the Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible ended production in 1979.

Features and Specs

• VIN: 1592037297
• 64,710 miles (TMU)
• H4 engine
• 4-speed manual transmission
• MacPherson strut suspension

Known Modifications

• 2019 Retro Sound unit was purchased

Due Diligence

• Third-party inspection
• Third-party photos

Service History

• 2024- Smog test (receipt included)
• 2023- Service, including oil change/receipts included
• 2022- New starter installed
• 2019- New rear window
• 2018- Service receipts
• 2017- Renewed alternator

Known issues

• Weather striping and rubber running boards show wear
• Interior door card is misshapen
• Windshield washer is inoperable
• Minor dings/scratches around the exterior
• Small spots of rust pictured in the inspection
• The convertible top shows some wear and tear
• Left front fender and door show signs of repair
• Clock is inoperable
• Moderate wear to the seats and steering wheel
• Fuel gauge is broken
• Rear defroster is broken
• Engine shows signs of leakage (See also 2023 service receipt, upon request)
• Tires are worn