£7,840
1978 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Convertible by Karmann
Historics • UK • 12 Mar 2016
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£7,840
1978 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Convertible by Karmann
UK • 12 Mar 2016 • Lot 267
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1971 Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Convertible has undergone a full restoration, presenting in like-new condition. Finished in a striking black and red color scheme, it boasts a new hood, re-trimmed interior, and comprehensive mechanical work, supported by a detailed history and recent MOT certificate.
Condition
9
The car has been fully restored, including a bare metal re-spray, re-trim, new carpets, new chrome work, engine tune-up, and wheel refurbishment with new tires. The listing states it presents as new and is accompanied by a reassuring history documenting the restoration process.
/ 10
47,813 miles (via 2019 MOT)
BRD 123T
1978
Auction
1592001018
RHD
United Kingdom
£7,840
1978 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Convertible by Karmann
Historics • UK • 12 Mar 2016
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
In 1948, Wilhelm Karmann bought a standard Beetle and converted it into a four-seater convertible.
After successfully presenting it at VW in Wolfsburg, Karmann began production of the Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet in 1949.
After a number of stylistic and technical alterations made to it, the last of 331,847 cabriolets came off the conveyor belt on 10th January 1980, bringing with it the end of an era.
In 1971, alongside continued production of the standard Beetle, a variant which featured Macpherson strut front suspension and a re-designed front end was introduced which was officially known and marketed in Europe as the 'VW 1302' from 1971 to 1972, and 'VW 1303' from 1973 onwards.
This fully restored Karmann convertible finished in black and red and complemented by a new hood is in fantastic condition throughout; certainly a credit to its current owner and restorer.
The restoration consisted of a full bare metal re-spray and the car was found out be in outstanding condition during t...
Price Analysis vs Other Beetle 1303 Cabriolets
£3,360
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,107
Median Price (Since 2020)
£62,491
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 30th Sept 2020
Latest MOT mileage:
47,813 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 1st Apr 2019, 47,813 miles
Passed
On 27th Jul 2017, 47,802 miles
Failed
On 27th Jul 2017, 47,802 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
- Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed
On 28th Jun 2016, 47,333 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- SLIGHT PLAY IN ALL WHEEL BEARINGS...
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