1979 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic

Volkswagen Beetle - Classic (1979)
for sale

Price: US $3,500.00

Description:

This is a 1979 VW Super Beetle manufactured in November 1979. VW extended the model year because this was the final year of German production. The engine is a 1966 1300 single port on the top end with a 1974 1600 dual relief block so this motor has the larger offset oil cooler & doghouse. The motor runs well with less than 10k miles on it. The trans upshifts fine but requires a little bit of a hesitation when downshifting from 3rd to 2nd gear. It does not grind & the trans does NOT pop out of gear. I've taken care of most of the body rust & used matching paint but the car really needs a professional paint job. The soft top is about 5 years old. 3 of the 4 floor pan sections have been replaced. The major rust-thru areas are located inside the wheel wells & ahead of the floor pans underneath where the subframe makes a T. There is also one rust-thru area inside on the lower driver's door. The brakes have newer shoes & hardware but have older brake drums. The rear shelf is well worn. Stopping is not on par with what disc brakes can do, so that might be something to get used to. I have had the car since July of 2011 & have only attempted to drive it on clear warmer days. I do not know the total mileage on the car as the speedometer was replaced. I can say that the vehicle was definitely well driven when I got it. There are minor things that do not work, but nothing that affects drivability. This is NOT a show-quality car by any means, but it is still a fun ride. The body shots of the car may look good, but I would rate the car as being in fair condition. I have done my best to describe the condition of the car. Study the photos, particularly the rust-thru ones & ask any questions. FYI Haggerty says this car in fair condition should be insured for $8, 300. Go figure! Thanks for looking.
update: 2016-01-04

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“Rust-thru areas are primarily inside wheel wells. There is also rust in area ahead of floor pans & one rust-thru spot inside lower driver's door. See photos.”
Year: 1979Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: VolkswagenTransmission: Manual
Model: Beetle - ClassicBody Type: Convertible
Trim: KarmannWarranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Engine: 1300 Vehicle Title: Clear
Drive Type: RWDFuel Type: Gasoline
Mileage: 999,999For Sale By: Private Seller
Exterior Color: BlueDisability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Black

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