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1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
United States • 27 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible in Mars Red boasts low mileage and appears to be in excellent original condition, with recent mechanical servicing. It comes with desirable options like Bosch fuel injection and a four-speed manual, making it a strong contender for classic Beetle enthusiasts.
Condition
8
The car is described as having low mileage (16k) and appears to be in very good original condition, with the selling dealer believing it has not been repainted. Recent maintenance in 2020 addressed key components like the fuel system and ignition. While it has a custom sound system and some older tires, the overall impression is of a well-maintained classic.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1582028000
Odometer:
16,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Air-Cooled 1.6L Flat-Four Bosch Fuel Injection Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Mars Red Paint Black Soft Top Black Leatherette Drum Brakes 15″ Steel Wheels Chrome Bumpers Cabin Heater Crank Windows Alpine Cassette Stereo Custom Sound System Window Sticker & Owner's Manual Partial Service Records
This 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible is finished in Mars Red over black leatherette and is powered by an air-cooled 1.6-liter flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes Bosch fuel injection, drum brakes, 15″ steel wheels, a black soft top, chrome bumpers, a cabin heater, crank windows, and an Alpine cassette stereo linked to a custom sound system.
Acquired by the selling dealer in 2026, this 1303 Super Beetle shows 16k miles and is offered by the selling dealer with the factory window sticker, an owner’s manual, partial service records, keys, and a clean Florida title.
The body is finished in Mars Red and features a black convertible top.
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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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