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£29,200 - £43,800

1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

United States • 6 Mar 2026 • Lot 48

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1979 Super Beetle Convertible is presented in exceptional, original condition with only 86 miles. It includes original documentation and accessories, making it a highly desirable collector's item.

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Close-to-new, unmodified, museum-kept condition

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1979 marked the final model year of the Karmann-bodied Super Beetle Convertible, and a number of special editions marked the top of the line, while also serving as the swan song of one of the longest-running model lines of any car.

Introduced for 1971, with convertibles following in 1975, the Super Beetle has become highly desirable as the last US-market Volkswagen to feature the inspired rear-wheel-drive, air-cooled design.


This “Triple White” Super Beetle Convertible is presented in as-close-to-new, unmodified condition as one may hope to find.

Showing a grand total of just 86 miles when catalogued, this Volkswagen displays numerous original factory decals and markings.

Built in October 1979, the car was delivered to Volkswagen Intermountain of Salt Lake City, Utah, and remained with its delivering dealership until 1982.

Since that time, it has been museum-kept and drained of its fluids.


Displaying beautifully preserved finishes and details throughout, the consignor states th...

Points of note

£2,648

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£12,444

Median Price (Since 2020)

£83,314

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