Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet | 1972

Volkswagen Beetle 1302 LS Cabriolet | 1972

Highlights:

– 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission

– Karmann-built Beetle Cabriolet on the 1302 LS platform

– Silver paintwork with red interior

– Alloy wheels

– Second owner from new

The seller offers for sale this 1972 Volkswagen Beetle 1302 LS Cabriolet, powered by a 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. This open Beetle is finished in silver with a black soft top and a red interior, a classic and cheerful colour combination that is set off nicely by a set of alloy wheels. The car was originally supplied new in the Netherlands and comes from its second owner. At some point in its life the original engine was replaced by a 1600 cc air-cooled Volkswagen boxer engine of the Type 2 (Bus) family, a simple and robust unit with a long-standing reputation for dependability and a wide availability of parts.

This Beetle has spent a long period stored in a dry barn. Because of the long period of storage, a full service and a thorough technical inspection are recommended before the car returns to regular road use. The car is honestly presented as a project rather than a finished car: the paintwork shows various imperfections, unevenness and blistering, and bodywork will be required in several places. The red interior also shows its age and the effects of storage and will benefit from refreshing. The photographs form an important part of this description and give a clear impression of the car as it stands. As a basis for a rewarding project, it offers an attractive and complete starting point for an enthusiast.

The Beetle Cabriolet holds a special place in Volkswagen history. Built by coachbuilder Karmann in Osnabrück from 1949 until 1980, it combined the legendary reliability of the Beetle with the joy of open-top motoring and became one of the most popular cabriolets of its era. The 1302 generation, introduced for the 1971 model year, brought significant engineering changes over the earlier Beetle, most notably MacPherson strut front suspension, which freed up considerably more luggage space under the reshaped front bonnet. The LS badge on the engine lid identifies the more powerful and better equipped version of the range.

Part of the Beetle Cabriolet’s appeal lies in Karmann’s craftsmanship: a reinforced body, a thickly padded and fully lined folding top that sits high behind the rear seats when lowered, and the unmistakable rounded silhouette that is recognised all over the world. The rear-mounted air-cooled flat-four delivers its characteristic sound and a relaxed, easy-going driving experience that suits the car perfectly.

With some love and attention, this Volkswagen Beetle 1302 LS Cabriolet could be ready for sunny days and summer drives with the top down. It is an honest, characterful car with an attractive specification, offered as a great opportunity for the enthusiast who enjoys bringing a classic back to its best.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Condition of the interior

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Technical condition

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Overall condition

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.

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This car is currently located in: Groningen province, the Netherlands.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.

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