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£12,460

1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

United States • 16 Sept 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1970 Volkswagen Beetle convertible offers a refurbished and modified classic experience with a 1.6L engine, dual carburetors, and an upgraded sound system, finished in black with a red and black interior. While it features desirable modifications like a lowered suspension and earlier-style trim, the true mileage is unknown and it has a replacement engine, indicating it's not a concours-level restoration but a well-presented driver-focused classic.

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Condition 

7

The car has been refurbished and modified, indicating good overall condition, but the description mentions a replacement engine and that true mileage is unknown, suggesting some areas where condition might not be pristine. The lowered suspension and aftermarket wheels also suggest it's not in original, factory-spec condition. A 'Very Good' rating seems appropriate.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

1502758848

Odometer:

36,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU Replacement 1.6-Liter Flat-Four Dual Carburetors Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Black Paint Black Convertible Top Red & Black Upholstery 15” Aluminum Wheels Lowered Suspension Earlier-Style Lights & Bumpers Blaupunkt Stereo Four-Speaker Sound System
This 1970 Volkswagen Beetle convertible was refurbished and modified under previous ownership. It is finished in black over red and black upholstery and is powered by a replacement 1.6-liter flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle. Highlights include dual carburetors, a modified exhaust system, a lowered suspension, 15″ aluminum wheels, and earlier-style lights and bumpers, as well as a Blaupunkt stereo and a four-speaker sound system.

This Beetle was acquired by the seller in 2025 and is now offered with New Hampshire registration in the seller’s name.

The car is finished in black and is said to have been repainted during refurbishment work performed in 2011.

Earlier-style headlights, taillights, turn signals, and bumpers h...

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£450

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£13,332

Median Price (Since 2020)

£87,919

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