Two-Owner 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

Description

Some automobiles just seem to be made for summer, like Volkswagen’s Super Beetle Convertible. 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 Beetle viable in a growing market of compact competitors, improving comfort and practicality with a more powerful 1600 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 renown rear engine traction and fully insulated convertible top also makes it a capable four-season performer. 

Motor Trend magazine tested a Super Beetle convertible and reported, “The Super Beetle convertible is an admirable blend of rational automotive engineering and ‘cars-aren’t-just-for-transportation’ thinking. For someone who wants a simple, economical, reliable automobile that’s also fun to drive and as relaxing as a day at the beach, the VW convertible is just about the perfect choice.” 

Highlights 

• Two owners from new 

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

• Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection 

• Finished in Iberian Red (L31F) with a Black vinyl soft top 

• Black vinyl bucket seat interior 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• The chassis number (1512935370) decodes as: 

  • 1 – Type 1 (Beetle) 

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

  • 1 – Model Year 1971 

  • 2935370 – Plant sequence number beginning at 2000001 

Features 

• New wheels and tires 

• New battery  

• New brakes 

• MacPherson front struts 

• Rack-and-pinion steering 

• Dash-mounted aftermarket AM/FM/CD radio 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor wear on seats 

• Minor wear on convertible top 

Included 

• Keys 

• Full set of original tires and rims 

• Full maintenance records 

• Miscellaneous spare parts 

 Ownership History 

This 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible was manufactured in June 1971. It has been titled in Pennsylvania since at least 1997 under original ownership, and under current ownership since 2021 where it has been garage kept.