1973 VW Beetle
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Year of manufacture1973
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Mileage12 196 km / 7 579 mi
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Car typeOther
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Lot number51453431
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DriveLHD
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ConditionUsed
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Location
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Exterior colourRed
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GearboxManual
Description
This classic car is for sale on Catawiki. To have more information or to place a bid click on the "BID NOW" button. .Volkswagen Beetle 1303 LS from 1973.
This is not just a Beetle, but one of the more luxurious models! Equipped with a fast 1600cc engine and front disc brakes.
As a result, this model is also called the "Superbeetle”.
A redesigned front wheel suspension with MacPherson struts was added to this model.
Along with a shorter turning circle and a larger boot, it lives up to its name "Superbeetle".
But that is not all. This Beetle is also equipped with a revolution counter, a voltmeter and a temperature gauge.
As already described, the car is equipped with an original 1600cc engine with 50 hp!
The engine code is AS042581.
A lot was renewed recently (August 2021) on this classic, including:
-Cylinder heads
-Engine gaskets
-Intake manifold rubbers
-Spark plugs
-Pushrod pipes
-Flywheel/prise-axle seals
-Gearbox mounts
-Clutch cable and supports
-Insulation engine bay
-Engine oil
-Handbrake cable
-Wheel brake cylinders
-Brake fluid
-Tyres
-Shock absorbers
-and much more!
The Beetle starts, drives, brakes and steers great! Definitely one of the finest driving Beetles.
It has a brand new Dutch periodic vehicle inspection valid until 11-08-2023.
The sporty interior is also wonderful and looks good.
The metallic red paint looks good and was reapplied years ago. There are pictures of this.
This 48-year-old beautiful classic does of course have signs of wear throughout such as a hairline crack in the paint.