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88 - VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE - History:
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Estimate €1,000 - €1,500
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Description
VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE - History: The Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most iconic models in automotive history. Its Cabriolet version, mainly built by Karmann, retains the model’s traditional layout with a rear-mounted, air-cooled, flat-four engine and rear-wheel drive. Highly popular amongst customisation enthusiasts, the Beetle has frequently served as the basis for ‘custom’ builds. The example shown here has undergone numerous modifications and no longer corresponds to its original configuration. Description: This Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet has just come out of storage and is in a fully customised configuration. The bodywork is painted blue and features various modifications. The vehicle has been significantly lowered and is fitted with Borbet alloy wheels, shod with 225/50 R16 tyres. The paintwork is dusty and shows various imperfections, scratches and signs of wear. The underbody shows rust on various components. The condition of the chassis, the Cabriolet-specific reinforcements and the running gear will need to be carefully checked. The front boot and its fittings have been extensively modified. The electrical system has also undergone numerous modifications and features a wiring harness that differs significantly from the original configuration; its operation and safety must be thoroughly checked. The mechanical components and the exhaust system also feature various modifications. The engine has not been started and no road test has been carried out. A stamp reading 1627785 is visible on the vehicle Given the extent of the modifications and the lack of documentation, the vehicle may be deemed unroadworthy, and its registration in a new country may require type approval or significant brought-into-compliance work, or may even prove impossible depending on local regulations. Specifications: Make: Volkswagen Model: Beetle Cabriolet Version: Custom / heavily modified Year: To be confirmed Body style: 2-door Cabriolet Engine: Air-cooled, 4-cylinder flat petrol engine Engine capacity: To be confirmed Drive: Rear-wheel drive Gearbox: Manual Wheels: Borbet alloy Tyres: 225/50 R16 visible Chassis number: 316277853 Key: Yes Registration documents: None Condition: Vehicle freshly removed from storage. Extensively modified and does not conform to its original specification. Mechanics, running gear, electrics and bodywork to be checked. Engine has not been started; no road test carried out. Sold as seen, considered non-roadworthy, without an MOT, for recommissioning, restoration or bringing up to standard. Sold without registration documents, with one key.
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About the sale Classic cars – barn finds and miscellaneous
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Auction time 09/25/2026 at 2:00 PM
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