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1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Base Convertible 2-door 1.6l on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:73808 Color: White /
 White
Location:

Leesburg, Virginia, United States

Leesburg, Virginia, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1600cc
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1592043545 Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Champagne Edition Package
Options: Disk Brakes, Premium Wheels, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 73,808
Sub Model: Champagne Edition
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: White
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: White
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

You are bidding on a spectacular daily driver, well on it's way to being a show car! This 1979 Champagne Edition Super Beetle is tribute to the 21 Million Beetles produced from 1938 - 2003.  It has been meticulously maintained and restored from the ground up. 

Overall the car is in very good condition, no rust damage or dents, no tears or rips in seats or convertible top.  The floor pans have been replaced and thoroughly undercoated; top and bottom.  The fenders have been removed, rust treated, and undercoated.  They have absolutely no rust and have been reattached with new fender beading and stainless steel fasteners, for easy removal in the event show quality paint might be applied. 

The carpet is new as are 75% of seals.  Heater boxes are functional and rust free.  No fuel smell or headaches, new fuel lines and filter.  Great tires.  Everything works and is drivable.  Engine is in good-to-great condition and runs as good as any 1600cc with fuel injection can run.
 
Exterior:  Exceptionally good condition as the car has been garage kept all of its life and has rarely been driven in the snow or rain.  Small dime size ding on right rear quarter panel, noted in picture, and minimal chipping / wear due to age on the paint.  All this car needs is a new paint job to be worth upwards of $24k!
 
Windows all work and cranks are in great condition.  Lights all work and electrical system is perfect.  Rear lights are new!

Interior: The seats and interior are in very good condition and don't have any tears or rips.  No cracks on dashboard and all dash vents work as they should.  Top is in very good condition, no issues and includes the cover, liner and padding.

Upgrades: Recently installed new front disc brakes rotors, calipers and lines.  Replaced the rear brakes, cylinders drums, and switches. New Starter, Fuel Pump.    
                                                                                                                                                                                          
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Car drives beautifully,  no shimmy, vibrations.  Stereo has four working speakers and nice removable console
 
between driver's and passenger's seat. 
 
Recent tune up and oil change;  ready to go across country.

The average retail for a car in this condition is $14,250 and this is one of the nicest you will see in this price range!  I have been driving it daily from Northern VA to Washington, DC and you can imagine the looks I have been getting.  
This car will only bring back memories and any investment you make in it will be well worth it!
 

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