Equipment
Firestone wide whitewalls, roof rack, hubcaps, factory radio, side window visors, vent shades, amber fog light, folding sunroof, bumper overriders, mud flaps, original purchase paper documented.
Condition
Two owners from new, the first owner until 1997. Very good paint. The brightwork is in great condition with no noticeable flaws. The weather stripping appears almost new, though there is slight overspray in a few locations. The whitewalls show a few cracks and early signs of dry rotting. The rear tires have also begun to yellow slightly. The dashboard paint is also in great condition, as are the gauges. The interior bench seats appear to be recently restored and are free of any flaws. The headliner, however, has a few stains. Restored to appropriately high standards for a Beetle and has a lot of eyeball with attractive colors and neat period accessories.
Market commentary
Close to 30 grand is a lot of money for a '59 Beetle, but this car has a lot of personality, and personality has a way of getting the deep pockets in the room at an RM Sotheby's auction to throw in a few extra bids. It is expensive, but it has charisma.