Highlights

Comprehensive restoration completed between 2011 and 2015
Only 1,000 miles reportedly covered since
Extensive history file with original paperwork dating back to 1961
Show-winning, magazine-featured example
MOT valid until February 2026

The Appeal

Let's face it, everybody knows the Beetle. Germany's legendary 'People's Car' is every bit the charming looker as it is the hard-working, easy-to-drive vehicle for the day-to-day motorist. Simplicity and austerity were at the core of the 'Bug', and just about every demographic out there quickly picked it up. The proof's in the numbers - over 21,500,000 were built, and today they remain one of the most iconic classic cars of all time.

This handsome 1961 example has been comprehensively restored by the vendor between 2011 and 2015. It's a remarkably handsome car from top-to-bottom, and was largely composed of original, period-correct factory parts. Now it comes to us with a remarkable paperwork file, and an impressive track record of long-term ownership.

The Beetle may not be a rare car, but an excellent example like this one certainly is. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

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History and Paperwork

Registered in the UK in 1961
In first ownership for over 30 years, maintaining all paperwork and history
Original handbooks and bill of sale included
Engine replaced under warranty by VW after the first owner took it around the clock
Sold to the second owner in the 90s who completed some work before it was parked in a garage
Here, it remained static for some time before being sold on
Sold as a project in 2011 to the fourth, current keeper
Comprehensive restoration undertaken over 4 years
Won Best Beetle in Show in 2015 and featured in a magazine
The vendor notes that the car has covered less than 1,000 miles since restoration
Stored in dry garages over the last 8 years
MOT valid until February 2026
Accompanied by:
- V5c document
- Large stock of invoices
- Latest MOT certificate and a selection of older certificates
- A selection of handbooks and manuals
- Service booklet including record of warranty claim

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The Condition

Bodywork is in very good condition
Bodywork completed by Creative Coachworks, known for show-winning VW restorations
No sign of any dents or dings
Paintwork is in very good condition
Original 6-volt electrics and "snowflake" rear lights retained
Rear lights function as side, brake, and indicators
Brightwork still carries a fine contrast
Colour-matched wheels in very good order
Underside is in very clean, solid order
Interior is beautifully kept and very evocative
Upholstery is largely in excellent order
Very small tear on the base seat under the rear backrest
Lap belts fitted all around, as the vehicle didn’t originally have seat belts
Replacement wiring loom with additional wiring for a retro sound radio and speakers
Radio fits original dashboard design with hidden USB cable for modern smartphones
Dashboard is clean and well-presented

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The Mechanics

1.2-litre Flat-4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay is in excellent order
Subject to an engine replacement during its first ownership
The vendor notes that the car has covered less than 1,000 miles since restoration
Oil, filter, spark plugs, fuel pipes, and rear brake cylinders recently replaced
Mechanical work undertaken by the current owner, a qualified mechanic
The vendor reports that it's a very pleasant drive with no issues to note
We understand the car to be ready and waiting to drive away

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