1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Automatic Stickshift

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Super Beetle was Volkswagen's effort to reconnect with thrifty buyers. Making its debut for the 1971 model year, the 1302 offered enhanced comfort and improved handling, thanks to its McPherson strut front suspension. This new suspension system necessitated changes to the chassis and front body design. Notable changes included a new frame head, rounder fenders, a larger and wider hood, a revised front valance, and a redesigned spare tire well. The latter allowed the spare to rest horizontally beneath a cover, increasing front cargo space to nine cubic feet.

The 1.6L air-cooled flat-four engine now produced 60 horsepower, courtesy of dual-port cylinder heads and a larger carburetor. To support the increased power, Volkswagen improved engine cooling by redesigning the oil system and fitting vents to the decklid. Additional enhancements included a passenger-side vanity mirror on the sun visor and a flow-through ventilation system, which provided fresh air to the interior via crescent-shaped vents behind the rear quarter windows.

This VW 1302 rolled out of the Wolfsburg factory finished in Kansas Beige (L91D) over Cork leatherette upholstery and was optioned with an “Automatic Stickshift” three-speed semi-automatic transaxle.

This 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle is now offered by the seller on behalf of its current owner with a clean Texas title in the current owner’s name.

Highlights

• Three-speed semi-automatic transaxle

• Air-cooled 1.6L (AE) flat-four engine

• Dual-port cylinder heads

• MacPherson strut front suspension

• 165R15 Radar Dimax Classic whitewall tires

• Front window rain guards

• Pop-out rear quarter windows

Factory Equipment

• 15” steel wheels with chrome VW-stamped hubcaps

• Driver’s side exterior rear-view mirror

• Bucket seats with integrated headrests

• Rear bench seat

• Locking glove box

Servicing & Documentation

• Service document from an unknown time totaling $810.63 details an oil leak repair and replacement of the transmission booster, brake master cylinder, and brake light switches

Known Imperfections

• Weathered paint, rust, dents, and scratches as shown in the gallery

• Torn upholstery and deteriorating carpet

Included Items

• A service record

• Fire extinguisher

Ownership History

The car was purchased by its current owner in February 2025.