£4,500
1974 Volkswagen Beetle
United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1974 Volkswagen Beetle was sold for £4,500. It features an extensive body-off, chassis-up restoration completed in 2005, a 1300cc Twin-Port engine, and current registered ownership since 2017 with regular maintenance. However, the speedometer stopped working in c.2021, which impacts the accuracy of the mileage.
Condition
7
The car underwent an extensive body-off, chassis-up restoration in 2005, suggesting significant refurbishment. While it has been regularly maintained since 2017, the speedometer stopped working in c.2021, and the recorded mileage may not be accurate. The presence of restoration images and invoices indicate care and attention, but the non-functioning speedometer and potential mileage discrepancy slightly reduce the overall condition rating.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
1342005822
Chassis No:
Odometer:
71,000 miles
YTU 578M
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Along with the Ford Model T, Citroen 2CV, and original Mini, the Volkswagen Beetle is generally recognised as being one of the elite pack of pop motoring icons.
Conceived in the small Stuttgart design office of Dr.
Ferdinand Porsche, the air-cooled, rear-engined 'People's Wagon', sponsored by the new German Chancellor, one Adolf Hitler before the outbreak of War, and resurrected by the British Army Major Ivan Hirst as part of the Allies post-war rebuilding of bombed-out German industry, went on to clock up a 21 million world record production milestone.
The 1302 and 1303 'Super Beetles' saw the final development of the Beetle, and in many ways, they were the best.
To the casual observer, the 1970 Beetle looked similar to previous models, the 1302 and 1303 ‘Super’ Beetles were the most radical reworks of the car during its long life.
MacPherson strut front suspension was adopted, which allowed more front boot space and improved handling.
The struts also allowed space for front dis...
Points of note
£590
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,729
Median Price (Since 2020)
£253,595
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Oct 12 2023
Latest MOT Mileage
77,001 miles
Registration Date
1974-04-09
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 12 2022 with 77,001 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Oct 13 2021 with 77,001 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jul 10 2020 with 76,994 miles
Passed
On Aug 08 2019 with 75,743 miles
Passed
On Aug 07 2018 with 74,801 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Failed
On Aug 07 2018 with 74,801 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On Aug 10 2017 with 74,334 miles
Passed
On Aug 02 2014 with 74,329 miles
Passed
On Jul 31 2010 with 74,293 miles
Passed
On Aug 30 2008 with 74,240 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Aug 03 2007 with 74,029 miles
Passed
On Jun 17 2006 with 75,001 miles
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