Beautiful And Original 1972 Volkswagen Convertible on 2040-cars
Sparta, New Jersey, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:1600 DP
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Volkswagen
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Convertible
Mileage: 73,000
Exterior Color: Yellow
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Being offered is our 1972 Volkswagen Beetle convertible in original, beautiful condition. It has never been restored, instead, it has always been garaged and lovingly maintained by an adult; when something needed to be replaced, it was replaced. We purchased the car a few years ago from a long-time owner and have put less than 100 miles on it since (we had a baby). The 4 speed transaxle, clutch, pressure plate and throw-out bearings have less that 100 miles on them and was professionally done at a reputable European car shop near us in northern New Jersey. The top (insulated with headliner) was recently replaced, the front seats were recovered with original type, black vinyl, supports and cushions. Everything operates properly, all gauges work, the dash lights, even the interior light illuminates when you open the door. You can tell the car has been adult maintained as it was never ordered with a radio when new and remains that way – although in 1972, all VW’s came standard with an antenna should you wish to install one yourself. It had a repaint of its original Yellow color approximately 10 years ago and it still looks fantastic, there are no dents or dings in the paint and it shines beautifully. There is a slight crimp in the passenger’s side running board which may be decades old, please see the photo - it is simple and inexpensive to fix should you choose to. The car runs and drives extremely well and we would not hesitate to drive it anywhere. It still wears the original sized radial tires on its original rims and retains the original oil-bathed air cleaner and stock ‘pea-shooter’ exhaust. Try finding a Beetle that original! It easily passed the difficult emissions test for New Jersey and naturally is eligible for ‘Historic’ plates in any state. The engine was rebuilt approx 19K miles ago and a thick folder of receipts and service records accompanies the vehicle. We wish we drove the car more than we did. It needs nothing that we are aware of, runs and looks correct, smells clean, looks happy and is ready for its new home. Please reach out if you have specific questions or would like a specific photo. Thanks very much and good luck! Cheers~
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