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1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle Automatic on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:999999 Color: Green /
 Tan
Location:

Lodi, California, United States

Lodi, California, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:U/K
Engine:1.6L 1584CC 97Cu. In. H4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1332479162
Year: 1973
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Super Beetle
Trim: Base
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: U/K
Options: Cassette Player
Mileage: 999,999
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: Tan

1973 Super Beetle Automatic stickshift for sale 

Autostick vacuum hoses and diaphragm have been replaced and the transmission shifts flawlessly. 
Stock engine runs smoothly with a recently rebuilt Solex carburetor and new fuel pump. 
All vacuum hoses and fuel lines replaced. 
Interior restored with new seat covers, headliners, insulation and carpets. 
Front end tightened up with new tie rods, idler arm assy, lowered shocks/springs, polyurethane bushings and disc brakes. 
Heater hoses replaced. No leak from heater boxes. The cabin gets warm very quickly.

The not so good:
Tires do not have much tread left and should be replaced in the near future. 
Stock wheels would look better if repainted. 
Rear window defroster and dome light not hooked up.
Nice paint job but not quite showroom quality (the paint is clean and shiny but the body does show some minor imperfections when seen up close at an angle).
Inside of the front trunk has not been painted.
Dash has some cracks (dash cover can be purchased for ~$40)
The antenna opening has been plugged (antenna hole damaged when carwash broke antenna)
Cassette tape and stereo input works but no radio reception (due to no antenna)
Speedometer has been replaced  - Actual mileage unknown


Overall, it's a great looking daily driver.

If you have any questions or you would like to see anything additional, please message me and I will be happy to answer your questions.

The car is available for a test drive & inspection. I make every effort to represent my vehicle as accurately as possible and to the best of my ability. Content listed is based on inspection, research done on the internet and/or information provided by previous owner(s). Potential buyers are encouraged to make a thorough, independent inspection and investigation to verify the accuracy of any claims to originality, history, equipment, quality or other information provided prior to the purchase. 

Seller reserves the right to terminate this sale at any time as vehicle is being sold locally.

AS IS / NO WARRANTY MENTIONED OR IMPLIED

THIS VEHICLE IS BEING SOLD IN AS IS CONDITION WITH NO WARRANTY MENTIONED OR IMPLIED. BY PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE THE BUYER UNDERSTANDS THAT THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CORRECT DESCRIPTION, AUTHENTICITY, OR DEFECTS IS THE BUYERS RESPONSIBILTY. IT IS THE BUYERS RESPONSIBILITY FOR INSPECTING THIS VEHICLE, AND TO HAVE SATISFIED HIMSELF/HERSELF AS TO THE CONDITION AND VALUE AND TO BID / PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE BASED UPON THAT JUDGEMENT SOLELY. SELLER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY REPAIRS REGARDLESS OF ANY ORAL STATEMENTS MADE OR IMPLIED ABOUT THIS VEHICLE.

I will attempt to answer all questions honestly & truthfully, however my knowledge of classic cars is limited.If you feel that I haven't answered your question accordingly, I encourage that you have the vehicle inspected prior to making an offer or purchasing the vehicle. All inspections need to do be done prior to the end of the listing or agreeing on a price. VEHICLE WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL THE TOTAL PURCHASE AMOUNT IS PAID IN FULL AND CLEARED SELLERS ACCOUNT.Deposits are non-refundable, all sales are final (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Please DO NOT BUY IT or SUBMIT AN OFFER if you have no intentions on purchasing the vehicle or have the funds available. 

Thank you for your interest.


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