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£19,087
1958 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
United States • 3 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1958 Volkswagen Beetle convertible, restored and presented in black with a tomato red interior, offers a European touring history before its US import. It features a 1,192cc flat-four engine, four-speed manual transaxle, and desirable period equipment, making it a strong contender for collectors.
Offered by a dealer with extensive documentation, including initial purchase records and service history, this Beetle represents a well-preserved piece of automotive history with a recently serviced mechanicals and a documented past.
Condition
8
The car has been restored and is in excellent mechanical condition with recent brake work and engine maintenance. The exterior is black with a newer soft top, and the interior is red vinyl. While it shows 65k miles, the documentation and description suggest a well-maintained classic.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
2126370
Odometer:
65,000 miles
Reg Number:
RWK 987
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Air-Cooled 1,192cc Flat-Four Six-Volt Electrical System Single Solex Carburetor Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Black Paint Tomato Red Vinyl Drum Brakes 15" Steel Wheels Chrome Bumpers w/Overriders Cabin Heater Crank Windows Initial Purchase Documents Manufacturer's Literature Service Records
This 1958 Volkswagen Beetle convertible was initially sold through Hahn Volkswagen in Stuttgart, Germany, and spent six years touring Europe before being imported to the US.
It was restored under previous ownership and was purchased by the selling dealer in 2026 from the reported family of the original owner.
Finished in Black over Tomato Red vinyl, the car is powered by an air-cooled 1,192cc flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes a six-volt electrical system, a single Solex carburetor, drum brakes, 15″ steel wheels, chrome bumpers, a cabin heater, and crank windows.
This Type 1 convertible shows 65k miles and is offered by the selling dealer in Arizona with initi...
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£450
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,332
Median Price (Since 2020)
£87,919
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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