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Volkswagen Typ1 Bubbla 1303S 1600 — 1975

An exceptionally fine example of the objectively best configuration, the last model year manufactured in Germany. Professionally renovated with a guaranteed mileage of just over 95 000 km.

Peter Sundfeldt
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"A stylish and pleasant representative of the model. Great driving experience, both inside and outside in excellent condition."

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16578
BOHUS
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Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"A stylish and pleasant representative of the model. Great driving experience, both inside and outside in excellent condition."

Description

A rarely well-preserved VW 1303 of a rare model year. When this car was sold in the spring of 1975, the VW Golf (launched in the spring of 1974) had become a bestseller, which meant that few Type 1 Beetles were sold in Sweden. This was despite the fact that the car had been improved in several ways, with rack-and-pinion steering being the most significant update. The demand for VW Golfs led to the discontinuation of the 1303 production in August 1975. The 1303, with its curved large front windshield and seats and steering from the Golf, represented the pinnacle of the VW Beetle's development, which had been ongoing with improvements since the mid-1930s. However, a simpler model, in the old configuration with a flat front windshield and chassis and a smaller engine, was built until 1978 in Germany and even longer in other countries, and the longest production run was in Mexico, lasting until 2003.

This particular example had its first owner from 1975 to 1998. The second owner had the car until 2003 when it was taken off the road and sold with 9,100 miles on the clock. It was then stored until the spring of 2022 when it was sold to a VW enthusiast who conducted a major technical overhaul. A new braking system was installed all around, along with new wheels and tires, servicing, a new exhaust system, and new rubber seals, among other things. Since the car was exceptionally well-maintained both inside and outside but had some minor rust spots on the wheel arches, all the fenders were replaced in the winter of 2022, along with the running boards. The car was repainted in the spring of 2023, but the original paint is still present on the upper part and on the rear hatch. The fact that the car has survived so well is due to it always being parked indoors and only being used during its first thirteen years (afterward, it has been an enthusiast's car). The comprehensive rust protection it received when it was new also contributed to its excellent condition.

Technical data

  • Year
    1975/1975 
  • Registration date
    1975-03-26 
  • Mileage
    95 360km 
  • Kw / hp
    37 / 50 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Textile 
  • Colour
    Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Smooth on the road, with a good feel in the chassis and brakes, and a pleasant pull from the engine. No strange noises or rattles. New tires and headlights. Technical inspection and service performed at the VW specialist Fahlkes in Åmål. Recently inspected without any issues and is therefore also exempt from inspection for a certain period.

  • Interior condition:

    The interior is intact and in good condition, with no worn seats and a fresh appearance under the floor mats. The door panels and instrument panel are in good shape, with no cracks.

  • Exterior condition:

    Nice paint, good glass and chrome, some oxidation spots on the rear bumper. Very clean underneath, including the spare tire well. New fenders and running boards were installed and painted in the winter of 2022, followed by professional rust protection treatment.

  • General condition:

    An unusually fine example of the Type 1 model that is genuinely comfortable to drive. With rack-and-pinion steering, the car feels like a modern vehicle (compared to earlier models), and this configuration was only manufactured and sold in 1975. Moreover, only 900 cars were sold in Sweden, and today, around 20% of them remain. It's a sought-after model for those who enjoy fine driving experiences.
    OBS! The restoration work on the car in 2022-2023 was done by professionals and with parts and work-hours the price was more than 125.000SEK

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2003-06-13
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1975-03-12 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1975-03-26
Senast godkända besiktning: 2023-02-07
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 6

Location and viewing Information

Location: Bohus

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 0705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-11-09.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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