1975 VW Super Beetle Karmann Convertible

1975 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic Karmann Convertible Description

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This is a beautiful, fully restored, and show ready 1975 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible. Engine bay, Interior, Exterior, Front 'trunk' are all show room condition and newly refurbished.

This VW still retains it's original engine as verified and certified via a 'Birth Certificate' from the "Stiftung AutoMuseum Volkswagen" in Germany (goes with sale of the car). Certificate also identifies this VW was built on October 7 1974 in Osnabrueck Germany, left factory October 8 1974, and had a USA delivery destination of Chicago Ill.

75 VW Additional Details:

This is a detailed oriented car-owner's dream. As you can see by the pictures, this isnot your normal VW. It is in like new condition. Paint is show quality. The undercarriage is rust free and painted but not "top coat-paint perfect" as you would find on trailered only show cars. Drive it every day or show it, it's up to you, but you get to start with a new looking bug!

All gauges work, clean metal with NO rust, new paint, new convertible top, conv cover, and interior. Dashpad,knobs, etc. all in beautiful condition with no issues. Chrome inexcellent condition. New Tires and polished aluminum rims. New disk brakes up front and new drum setup in rear. New torsion bars, shocks, 'struts'.

Nothing to show it's original miles so 'mileage exempt'.

Full legal SC title.

Specs

• Engine is O4 1585 cc | 96.7 cu in. | 1.6 L (you won't break any land speed records).
• Rear engine, Rear wheel Drive, 1830 lbs | 830.074 kg
• 4 Speed Manual Transmission with tight H Pattern.
• First year for rack in pinion steering.
• Total 1975 VW Beetles produced- 441,116 (hardtop and conv)

The spare tire isthe original spare tire(dated 1974actually) but on a new rim. The surprise was that therewas no corrosion or issues inmoving it to a new rim even due to its age. I wouldn't use it as an actual spare but the collector in me had to keep it.

** Original owners manual (missing cover) along with original VW Warranty Voucher - Noted with VIN, sale dated June 13, 1975, and with dealer documented stamp for "Lee Killinger VW Inc, 5121 Northwest Highway, Chicago ILL."

This car has been garaged and covered since finished and has not been driven in rain.

Awards:

2017 Spring - Charlotte Auto Fair in NC - awarded the 'Most Detailed' award.

Additional vehicle Info:

Note that the fuel injection (75 was first year for this in bugs) has been replaced with a EMPI dual carb setup and upgraded from single exhaust to dual exhaust. Modified to electric fuel pump.

Original color was Lagune Blue prior to the full restoration.

Salvage title was result of minor accident prior to restoration due to low value of unrestored bugs (faded paint, old interior, etc). No frame or suspension damage. Pictures of restoration go with the car.

Shipping:

Shipping is at your own expense. I can help you find qualified shippers if needed. The car is fully capable of being driving anywhere in the country from SC if you so choose. The car is located within 20 minutes of Charlotte Douglas Airport (NC) and I would be happy to pick you up if you are looking to drive it home after purchase.

Other important things:

No owner financing is available.

I can take and send additional pictures at your request.

I reserve the right to end the auction early as this is also known to be for sale to local car collectors. Contact me today to make this VW yours now.

The vehicle is offered with a right to a personal inspection by any bidder or agent. If you or an agent (upon completion of a scheduled inspection at my location) finds the car not to your liking, I will refund your deposit with no questions asked. If you are the high bidder and unable to inspect this vehicle before auction close, you or an agent will have seven (7) days to inspect this vehicle after the close of auction. If an inspection or decision takes longer than seven days and you find the vehicle not to your liking, your deposit will be forfeited and the car will be relisted. Final payment must be received within ten (10) days of the auction close.