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30 - 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export No reserve
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Estimate €15,000 - €25,000
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Description
1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export No reserve Manufacturer: 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export Model: No reserve Registration document: German registration certificate Chassis No.: Chassis No. 3145748 Engine No. 3859159 - Sold new in Sweden - Remarkable original condition - Extensive work carried out by specialist Memminger - No reserve   At the turn of the 1960s, the heavy goods vehicle manufacturer Scania was responsible for distributing Volkswagen vehicles in Sweden. As confirmed by copies of documents from the period, it was the Scania dealer in Stockholm who sold this car new in June 1960. Painted in ‘Gris Gallet L440’, it remained in Sweden until 2011, when it was purchased by a German collector. It was from this collector that Guido Hommel acquired it, drawn in by the exceptional condition of this interesting variant. Indeed, the bodywork has never been repainted, the upholstery is original, whilst the carpets have been refitted. Prior to its purchase, the car had undergone extensive work at the specialist workshop Memminger: an overhaul of the engine and gearbox, restoration of all running gear, and treatment of the underbody. One need only look under the car to see the quality of the work carried out. With 89,904 km on the odometer at the time of our inspection, this superb Beetle is fitted with a working period Blaupunkt car radio and aftermarket headrests; it also underwent a valuation in 2024. With its superb patina and fully overhauled mechanics, this Beetle will be appreciated by connoisseurs. German title Chassis No. 3145748 Engine No. 3859159 - Sold new in Sweden - Exceptional original condition - Extensive work carried out by specialist Memminger - No reserve 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export At the dawn of the 1960s, the lorry manufacturer Scania was responsible for distributing Volkswagen vehicles in Sweden. As evidenced by copies of historical documents, it was the Scania dealer in Stockholm who sold this car new in June 1960. Finished in ‘Gris Gallet L440’, it remained in Sweden until 2011, when it was purchased by a German collector. It was from this collector that Guido Hommel acquired the car, impressed by the exceptional condition of this interesting variant. Indeed, the bodywork has never been repainted, the upholstery is original and the carpets have been refitted. Prior to its purchase, the car underwent extensive work at the specialist workshop Memminger: a rebuild of the engine and gearbox, restoration of all running gear and treatment of the underbody. A single glance underneath the car is enough to appreciate the quality of the work carried out. With 89,904 km on the clock at the time of our inspection, this superb Beetle is fitted with a working period Blaupunkt car radio and aftermarket headrests; it also underwent a roadworthiness test in 2024. With its superb patina and fully rebuilt engine, this Beetle will be appreciated by enthusiasts. Photos © Peter Singhof 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export No reserve Manufacturer: 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Export Model: No reserve Registration document: German title Chassis No.: Chassis No. 3145748 Engine No. 3859159 - Sold new in Sweden - Exceptional original condition - Extensive work carried out by specialist Memminger - No reserve At the dawn of the 1960s, the lorry manufacturer Scania was responsible for distributing Volkswagen vehicles in Sweden. As evidenced by copies of historical documents, it was the Scania dealer in Stockholm who sold this car new in June 1960. Finished in ‘Gris Gallet L440’, it remained in Sweden until 2011, when it was purchased by a German collector. It was from this collector that Guido Hommel acquired the car, impressed by the exceptional condition of this interesting variant. Indeed, the bodywork has never been repainted, the upholstery is original and the carpets have been refitted. Prior to its purchase, the car underwent extensive work at the specialist workshop Memminger: a rebuild of the engine and gearbox, restoration of all running gear and treatment of the underbody. It takes just one glance underneath the car to appreciate the quality of the work carried out. With 89,904 km on the clock at the time of our inspection, this superb Beetle is fitted with a working period Blaupunkt car radio and aftermarket headrests; it also underwent an inspection in 2024. With its superb patina and fully rebuilt engine, this Beetle will be much appreciated by enthusiasts. Photos © Peter Singhof
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