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£12,091
1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
United States • 12 Jun 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible in Mars Red has undergone recent mechanical servicing, including clutch and fuel system replacements. It features a 1.6L flat-four engine, four-speed manual transmission, and 15" Lemmerz sport wheels, with 67k miles shown.
Condition
7
The car has had several mechanical components replaced recently, including the clutch, fuel system components, and suspension parts. However, the description mentions corrosion on various underbody components, and it was designated as a Gross Polluter in California, indicating some level of wear and potential issues.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1592037297
Odometer:
67,000 miles
Reg Number:
1PYX689
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Air-Cooled 1.6L Flat-Four Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Mars Red Paint Black Upholstery White Convertible Top 15" Lemmerz Sport Steel Wheels Louvered Engine Cover Running Boards Chrome Bumpers Cabin Heater Lockable Glove Compartment Push-Button AM Radio Service Records
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible was registered in California before its 2024 acquisition by the current owner.
Finished in red over black upholstery, the car is powered by an air-cooled 1.6L flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
It also has a white soft top, a louvered rear engine cover, running boards, chrome bumpers, 15″ Lemmerz sport steel wheels, a cabin heater, a lockable glove compartment, and a push-button AM radio.
Work performed under current ownership included replacing the clutch, charcoal canister, front strut inserts, front brake shoes, and rear shock absorbers as well as the fuel pump, filter, level sending unit, and lines.
This 1303 Super Beetle shows 67k miles and is offere...
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£2,648
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£12,309
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£83,314
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