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£12,287
1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
United States • 14 Jul 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible, finished in River Blue Metallic with a black interior, is powered by a 1.6L flat-four with Bosch fuel injection and a four-speed manual. It features Lemmerz Sport wheels, chrome bumpers, and recent brake and fuel system service, showing 58k miles.
While the car presents well with its convertible top and classic aesthetics, the listing notes a bent front bumper and older tires, indicating some cosmetic wear that would likely require attention.
Condition
6
The front bumper is bent upwards, and the wheels have Nexen tires from 2017. While recent service was performed on the brakes and fuel system, and the car has relatively low mileage, these cosmetic and age-related points prevent a higher rating. The description mentions 'replacement bright trim,' which could imply some restoration or repair work, but doesn't negate the noted bumper damage.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1592037783
Odometer:
58,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Air-Cooled 1.6L Flat-Four Bosch Fuel Injection Four-Speed Manual Transaxle River Blue Metallic Paint Black Soft Top w/Boot Black Leatherette Drum Brakes 15" Lemmerz Sport Wheels Chrome Bumpers Cabin Heater Crank Windows Sanyo Cassette Stereo Pioneer Speakers Owner's & Service Manuals Service Records
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible is finished in River Blue Metallic over black leatherette and is powered by an air-cooled 1.6L flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes Bosch fuel injection, drum brakes, 15″ Lemmerz Sport wheels, chrome bumpers, a black soft top, a cabin heater, crank windows, and a cassette stereo.
Service in preparation for the sale consisted of changing the oil and replacing the brake master cylinder and front wheel cylinders.
Acquired by the seller in 2026, this 1303 Super Beetle shows 58k miles and is offered with owner’s and service manuals, service records, and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.
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£2,648
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£12,309
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£83,314
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