£6,048 (Est: £5,500 - £4,500)
1968 VOLKSROD MK 6 1600 BEACH BUGGY
SWVA • UK • 30 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£6,048 (Est: £5,500 - £4,500)
1968 VOLKSROD MK 6 1600 BEACH BUGGY
UK • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 82
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1968 Volksrod Mk 6 1600 Beach Buggy is presented in white with a cloth interior, benefiting from recent specialist work including electrical and braking upgrades. Built on a shortened Beetle floor pan with a 1600cc engine, it's described as a fun, usable example ideal for summer enjoyment and shows.
Condition
7
The description mentions recent work by a specialist including electrical upgrades, improved lighting, renewed fuel lines, braking improvements, suspension-related work, fresh exhausts, and usability upgrades. While it doesn't explicitly detail cosmetic flaws, the nature of a beach buggy and its age suggest some wear consistent with a 'Very Good' rating, especially since no major issues are highlighted.
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86,118 miles
NUT376F
1968
Auction
Manual
LHD
United Kingdom
£6,048 (Est: £5,500 - £4,500)
1968 VOLKSROD MK 6 1600 BEACH BUGGY
SWVA • UK • 30 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
In Brief:
A great Beetle-based piece of fun for the Summer time
Finished in White over a cloth interior Owned by The Vendor for the last 4 years Notable recent work carried out by TD Classics of Holsworthy Shortened Beetle floor pan and air-cooled 1600cc flat-four power
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A fun and characterful example of a 1968 Volksrod Mk 6 1600 Beach Buggy, offering lightweight, open-air motoring with unmistakable retro charm.
Built around Volkswagen Beetle running gear and finished in classic beach buggy style, this Volksrod combines simple mechanicals with a highly distinctive look and an engaging driving experience.
Maintenance & Condition:
The Vendor reports that the buggy has benefited from notable recent work carried out by TD Classics of Holsworthy, a Beach Buggy specialist.
This has included electrical upgrades, improved lighting, renewed fuel lines, braking improvements, suspension-related work, fresh exhausts and a number of usability upgrades such as seat belt...
Price Analysis vs Other Beach Buggys
£1,040
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,800
Median Price (Since 2020)
£47,040
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 23rd Aug 2020
Latest MOT mileage:
86,118 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 24th Aug 2019, 86,118 miles
Passed
On 11th Oct 2014, 81,012 miles
Passed
On 18th Jul 2013, 86,869 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Passed
On 8th Jul 2010, 86,118 miles
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Auction House Headquarters
SWVA
61-62 Aston Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0NE, England
Operating from Poole, Dorset, SWVA is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and offer vehicle consignment and appraisal services.
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