Lot #

4753

Location

Hawley, PA 18428

Seller

Dealer

75568

1.6L OHV 8-valve flat-4

4 Speed Manual

Clementine

Black

1502480669

1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. This Karmann-bodied convertible is an original car with a very nice Clementine paint and a very clean black vinyl interior and black convertible top. It features the 1.6L OHV 8-valve flat-4 engine producing 57 hp @ 4,400 rpm and delivering 82 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm, coupled with a 4-speed manual transmission.

All the chrome, trim, and badging are intact and in excellent condition. The trunk and engine compartments are clean, and the undercarriage and floors are solid. It is the second owner’s vehicle after long-term ownership by the first owner, with 75,000 original miles. Equipped with special edition VW alloy wheels.

HISTORY OF THE VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE – The Beetle, officially known as the Volkswagen Type 1, was originally constructed to be the German transportation for the masses, much like Ford’s Model T was for America in the early 20th century. Designed by Ferdinand Porsche, the “Volks-wagen” or “people’s car” had to meet four requirements laid out by the German Government; it had to be fuel-efficient, carry two adults and two children comfortably, be capable of 60mph, and feature an air-cooled rear engine.

Eventually, the sales trend of the imported Volkswagens caught the eye of American automakers and resulted in the “Big Three” producing their own compact cars. However, this did little to change the fact that the American Public was smitten with the “Bug.” Today, the Volkswagen Beetle is a cultural icon, and examples are still enjoyed by collectors and enthusiasts across the globe. This Beetle is stored in PA with a clean title in the owner’s name.

The car runs, drives, and shifts very well. Get ready for Summer fun with this classic drop-top Beetle.