1978 Vw Super Beetle on 2040-cars
Dakota City, Iowa, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Engine:1.6 L
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Vinyl
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: 4 speed manual
Mileage: 46,445
Exterior Color: White
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: White
Warranty: Unspecified
Number of Cylinders: 2
Fuel injected original motor, 4 speed, Runs great! Has a few paint chips on Rt top door by window. Upholstery needs to have stains removed but no rips or tears. NOT original radio, has flip down CD player with Amp. 2nd owner with 46,445 miles on it. Located in North Central Iowa. Stored and covered every winter, tune up every spring, basically taking care of like a baby :) Please only serious VW BUG LOVERS! I want this car to have a happy life and to live on forever <3
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