1972 Marina Blue Volkswagen Superbeetle Rust Free And Clean on 2040-cars
Hewlett, New York, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:1600
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Lapis Blue / Black
Make: Volkswagen
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: 2 Door
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 30,000
Original Long Island, NY car from Bianco VW in Sayville, NY (still has the dealer badge on rear decklid) 1972 Marina Blue SuperBeetle with Lapis blue interior, Flat windshield, new headliner, new front end, newly installed front disc brakes, heat works perfectly with blower, original carpet removed to cover the excellent floor pans in POR-15 and re-installed a beautiful black rug with complete sound deadening kit (nice, soft and quiet), NEWER Starter, axle boot, ignition switch and running boards. Still has the stock am/fm radio (works), all electrical works correctly (horn, signals, lights, etc). Stock 1600 engine. Garage kept and when there is a problem it goes to GT Imports in Amityville, NY. Please let me know if you have any questions. I can send specific photos if you like. You will not find a more rust free beetle in this price range.
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