Highlights

  • Recently restored model
  • Fully rebuilt 1500cc engine
  • Excellent example of the iconic people’s car

The Appeal

The VW Beetle is a cultural icon, not just in the motoring industry but the world over. Its adorable shape resonates with many whilst its importance in geopolitical history and in the progress of the automobile can not be overstated. 

This car was purchased by its current owner in 2022 as a restoration project. It has since spent over a year in the workshop getting several new parts helping it to look absolutely wonderful. A full respray means it shines beautifully in its red decoration.

With a freshly rebuilt 1500cc engine, it is sure to be healthy for years to come. In fact, the vendor specifies that the car must now be enjoyed for what it is.

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History and Paperwork

  • First registered in 1966
  • 10 owners from new
  • Odometer reads 70,500 miles
  • Purchased by the current owner in February 2022
  • The owner bought the car as a restoration project
  • Fully rebuilt between early 2022 and now
  • Many invoices from the rebuild process
  • Spare key with the car
  • V5c included

The Interior

  • Full interior retrim
  • Freshly reupholstered black vinyl seats
  • Brand new carpets fitted throughout the cabin
  • Headlining is seemingly secure and appears near-immaculate
  • New door cards look great
  • Window winders and door handles present nicely
  • Original steering wheel shows some nice patina
  • Wolfsburg crest provides a historical centre piece
  • Body colour painted dashboard looks excellent
  • All the buttons are present and gleaming
  • Glove compartment is in good shape
  • Delicate patina on the speedometer
  • We have no reason to believe anything inside the car is faulty or doesn’t work
  • Front Boot lining looks brilliant
  • Fresh spare wheel sits proudly under the bonnet

The Exterior

  • Extensive restoration process undertaken over the last year and a half
  • Body work all looks straight and clean
  • Full respray in red
  • Brand new front and rear wings
  • Fresh chrome bumpers fitted front and rear
  • New headlights and taillights
  • Chrome details throughout the body look fantastic
  • Wheels present brilliantly
  • Chrome hub caps look to be in great shape
  • Fresh set of Marshal tyres
  • New window seals and rubbers fitted
  • A pair of new floor pans
  • Underside has been fully sealed
  • Chassis looks very clean from underneath – little to no signs of corrosion
  • Chrome exhaust tips are a nice addition

The Mechanics

  • 1500cc air-cooled flat-four engine, 53hp
  • Originally a 1300cc model, a rebuilt 1500cc unit was fitted during the restoration
  • Four-speed manual transmission
  • New clutch with the engine
  • New exhaust line is evident in its condition
  • Brake system entirely overhauled including pipes, cylinder and shoes
  • Shock absorbers replaced
  • New battery, fuse box and wiring loom
  • Very few miles seemingly covered since the restoration

Summary

After purchasing this 1966 Beetle in early 2022, its current vendor embarked on a lengthy restoration process. Today, it presents in a wonderful condition, seemingly pristine both inside and out. Originally a 1300cc car, it now features a fully rebuilt 1500cc flat four. After a year in the workshop, this car deserves to be enjoyed.

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Auction Details
  • Year 1966
  • Make Volkswagen
  • Model Beetle
  • Colour Red
  • Mileage 80,487 Miles
  • Engine size 1500
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Hayes
  • County Kent
  • Country United Kingdom
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Bidding history
11 bids from 6 bidders
  • old sch•••• £4,800 01/07/24
  • kuv100_•••• £4,700 01/07/24
  • old sch•••• £4,500 01/07/24
  • fancief•••• £4,000 01/07/24
  • old sch•••• £3,500 01/07/24
  • fancief•••• £2,500 01/07/24
  • old sch•••• £2,000 01/07/24
  • Douglas•••• £1,100 30/06/24
  • kuv100_•••• £800 26/06/24
  • Olly30 £600 26/06/24

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