1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Volkswagen Beetle has gained an 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. The Super Beetle was introduced in 1971 to keep the Beetle competitive in a growing market of compact competitors, improving comfort and practicality with a more powerful 1,600 cc engine, MacPherson strut front suspension assembly, and a larger storage area. 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 

• 1,585 cc flat-four-cylinder engine rated at 46 horsepower 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in yellow over black vinyl upholstery 

• Service and modifications installed in 2019 as reported by the consignor include: 

  • New carburetor 

  • New clutch, pressure plate, and transmission mount 

  • Upgraded to front disc brakes 

  • New rear brake hoses, master cylinder, and rear wheel cylinders 

  • Replaced front suspension and steering components including new front springs, tie rod ends, and KYB shocks 

  • New spark plugs, wires, coil, and distributor  

  • New alternator 

  • New intake manifold, boots, and clamps 

  • Added dash-mounted tachometer 

  • New heat shield pad (interior rear firewall), interior sound dampening, interior carpeting, and dashboard cover 

• Said to be owned in California and Nevada from new 

• This 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle is offered with the five-digit odometer currently displaying just over 80,800 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Black-finished bumpers with over-riders, front and rear 

• Black-finished headlight trim 

• 15-inch Lemmerz “GT Sports” wheels 

• Curved windshield 

• Heated rear window 

• Vent windows 

• Dual exhaust outlets 

• Four-spoke steering wheel 

• Door pockets 

• Bucket seats with integrated headrests 

• Rear bench seat 

• Locking glove box 

• Dual sun visors 

• Battery cut-off switch 

Known Imperfections 

• Blemishes in the exterior finish, as pictured 

• Weather seals around windows are cracking 

• Paint chip near the luggage compartment handle 

• Paint chips near the driver’s-side rear quarter window 

• Front seat vinyl upholstery is cracked and torn  

• Radio panel is taped over 

Included 

• New headliner replacement kit 

• Spare carburetor 

• Wooden bead seat covers 

Ownership History 

This 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle is said to have been owned in California and Nevada from new and currently shows just over 80,800 miles at the time of listing. The consignor reports acquiring the car in 2019. 

Additional Notes 

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.