1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

“The 1979 Convertible is still a very sensible way to flip your lid.” That’s what Volkswagen’s brochures said of the Super Beetle Convertible, and they’re right, some automobiles just seem made for summer’s sun. The Beetle has gained an unequaled reputation as one of the best-selling and most instantly recognizable motor vehicles of all time, and the Super Beetle, introduced in 1971, kept the iconic Beetle viable in a growing market of compact competitors, improving comfort and practicality with a more powerful 1,600 cc engine, MacPherson strut front suspension, and a larger storage area. Yet, it's the Convertible that elevates the driving experience, offering an unparalleled connection to the elements. Inside, the Super Beetle Convertible exudes practicality and charm, comfortably accommodating up to four passengers while delivering the moon, the sun, and the stars with the top down. But the Super Beetle’s renowned rear engine traction and fully insulated convertible top also makes it a capable four-season performer.

Presented in well-maintained original condition, this Diamond Silver 1979 Super Beetle Convertible is still a very sensible way to catch some summer sun.

Highlights

• Powered by a rear-mounted 1.6-liter air-cooled flat-four-cylinder engine

• Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection

• Finished in Diamond Silver (L97A) with a Black vinyl soft top

• Black vinyl bucket seat interior

• Four-speed manual transmission

• The chassis number (1592028664) decodes as:

  • 1 – Type 1

  • 5 – Super Beetle Convertible (LHD – USA, Canada)

  • 9 – Model Year 1979

  • 2028664 – Plant sequence number beginning at 2000001

• This 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 15,960 miles at the time of listing; however, it is believed the odometer has rolled over and the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Glass rear window with electric defroster

• MacPherson front struts

• Rack-and-pinion steering

• Dual circuit brakes

• Independent suspension

• Dash-mounted AM/FM radio

• Heater and defroster

• Adjustable front seats

• Pivoting vent windows

• Front and rear stabilizer bars

• Lockable glove box

• Door-mounted armrests

• Adjustable front seat headrests

Known Imperfections

• This 1979 Super Beetle Convertible is presented in generally good original condition for an unrestored vehicle of this age

Included

• Factory jack

• Original owner’s manual

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com