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1973 Volkswagen Manx Beach Buggy Evocation

United Kingdom • 23 Sept 2023 • Lot 187

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AI Listing Summary

This is a Manx Evocation (replica) dune buggy based on a VW chassis, featuring a 1650cc engine (bored out from 1300cc) and replica Porsche Fuchs wheels. It has a recently re-trimmed black interior, four seats, and is presented in striking orange coachwork. The guide price is between £11,000 and £16,000.

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Condition 

7

While described as looking superb, the car is an evocation (replica) and the description mentions a re-trimmed interior. The presence of old MOT certificates suggests the car has been used and is not in pristine condition. The engine being bored out also suggests modifications that move it away from original condition. Overall, it seems to be in very good condition for its age and type.

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Transmission:

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Chassis No:

1132347235

Odometer:

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Reg Number:

EFA 31L

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Bruce Meyers is quoted as saying, “I'm an artist and I wanted to bring a sense of movement and gesture to the Manx.

Dune buggies have a message, fun.

They’re playful to drive and should look like it.

Nothing did at the time.” Sure enough, using a basic Volkswagen chassis and engine, this radical design concept proved an instant hit both in the US and then, later, in Europe.

This wonderful example of a Manx Evocation looks superb in striking orange coachwork over a recently re-trimmed black interior, it is a (useful) four-seater with comfortable bucket seats to the front.

Running and driving very well with a recent MoT test certificate, this Manx evocation looks outstanding and sits proudly on a set of replica polished Porsche Fuchs wheels.

Fitted with a 1300cc engine bored out 1650cc offering spirited driving between the dunes and a good turn of power.

This buggy has been serviced recently and is offered with a number of old MoT test certificates and a current V5C registration d...

Points of note

£5,344

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£15,544

Median Price (Since 2020)

£19,550

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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