1965 Volkswagen Beetle

Description

The Volkswagen Beetle has gained an arguably unequaled reputation as one of the best-selling and most instantly recognizable motor vehicles of all time. Officially called the Type 1, Volkswagen sold 21.5 million examples over a remarkable 65-year production run, it is beloved for its simple, robust construction, cheerful design, and ease of ownership. Today, they continue to attract a happy-go-lucky contingent of owners who enjoy memorable weekend cruises and grabbing attention at local car shows. 

Highlights

• Features larger windows all around as a 1965 model year example for better visibility and a more airy cabin

• The subject of a nut-and-bolt restoration completed under previous ownership circa 2017

• Finished in Turkis (L380) paint over a two-tone cloth and vinyl upholstery

• Equipped with a larger 1,915 cc air-cooled flat-four-cylinder engine as part of the restoration

• The consignor reports rebuilding the engine at approximately 1,000 indicated miles

• Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission

• Features a retractable black fabric parade-style sunroof

• Awarded at Air Cooled Fiesta 9 and Run to the Hills Car Show in San Diego, California in 2022

• Please note that while the odometer displays just 2,353 miles since the completion of the restoration, the true mileage of this Beetle is unknown

Features

• Black-painted five-spoke wheels with chrome center caps and outer rings 

• Chrome front and rear bumpers

• Chrome exterior trim

• Dual chrome side mirrors

• Floor-mounted shifter 

• Rubber floormats

• Padded sun visors

• Lap belts

• Push-button radio

• Manual windows

• Quarter vent windows 

• Two-spoke bakelite steering wheel

• Front bucket seats 

• Lockable glovebox

• Body-color dashboard

• Map pockets 

• Carpeted trunk

• Dual exhaust outlets 

Known Imperfections

• The radio is inoperative and needs a replacement speaker

Included 

• Tool roll

• Spare 

• Partial service records

Ownership History 

The current owner purchased the Beetle in 2018 following the completion of the restoration.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $1,450. Learn more about the program here.