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£6,310
1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
United States • 20 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible, finished in Diamond Silver Metallic, presents well with recent mechanical attention, including new battery and alternator. Despite a solid presentation and a desirable manual transmission, it does have several noted interior electrical and gauge issues that will require attention.
Condition
7
The car has had several recent maintenance items addressed, including the battery, alternator, and various gaskets and lines. However, there are several noted cosmetic and functional issues: the driver's vent window does not open, the clock is inaccurate, the dome light is inoperative, and the fuel-level gauge is inaccurate. These issues require minor reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1592012031
Odometer:
53,000 miles
Reg Number:
QBX 167
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Fuel-Injected 1.6-Liter Flat-Four Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Diamond Silver Metallic Paint Black Vinyl Upholstery 15" Steel Wheels Beige Soft Top Pioneer CD Stereo
This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible is finished in Diamond Silver Metallic with a beige soft top over black vinyl, and it is powered by a 1.6-liter flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes a quarter vent windows, a dual side mirrors, 15″ steel wheels, a Pioneer CD stereo, and aftermarket speakers.
It was acquired by the seller in 2020, and work has since included replacing the battery, alternator, valve cover gaskets, throttle cable, spark plugs, ignition wires, fuel lines, and front upper ball joints.
This Super Beetle is now offered with a a boot cover, a thumb drive with an electronic owner’s manual, a front end cover, a boot cover, a car cover, two sets of keys, and a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name.
The car came finished from the factory in Diamond Silver Metallic...
Points of note
£2,648
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,287
Median Price (Since 2020)
£83,314
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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