1971 Volkswagen Beetle

#162 1971 Volkswagen Beetle
VIN: 119 197944 (chassis)
Odometer: 09697
Engine: 1600cc H4 Dual-port
Trans.: 4-spd. Manual Transaxle

One of the most iconic and successful cars ever produced, the Volkswagen Type 1, aka "Beetle," was produced for 65 years (1938-2003) with over 21.5 million made in factories around the world. It's distinctive shape endeared it to millions of people, and they are still a sought-after vehicle for young and old.

This 1971 Volkswagen Beetle has been with the current owner for decades. As a former European auto mechanic, he cared for this car and maintained it very well. His connection to this Beetle is strong and emotional, but it is time for it to be treasured by a new owner.

The 1971 Beetle saw many changes and was dubbed the "Super Beetle" in English speaking countries. Changes included a newly designed McPherson strut front suspension, dual-port heads, a longer wheelbase, and a larger trunk. The suspension improved handling and the new heads increased performance, albeit just slightly. The front suspension change and new truck design allowed for repositioning the spare tire to a lower, horizontal position, thus doubling the overall stowage capacity.

This car is in great condition overall. The motor starts and runs strong, and the mated standard transaxle shifts smoothly into all the gears. The bright yellow paint work was applied about a decade ago and still shows well. The interior is clean and whole with no holes or tears.

This vehicle is titled as a 1969 model year, but we believe this is a clerical error. This appears to be a 1971 Super Beetle build with the McPherson strut suspension.