Highlights
- Completed body-off restoration carried out 5 years ago
- Resprayed in VW L87 off-white
- Interior retrimmed in beige VW square check vinyl
- Right-hand drive
- Recent brake system overhaul
The Appeal
Alongside the Karmann Ghia which featured bodywork entirely built by the German coachbuilder, Karmann were also responsible for convertible variants of the standard Beetle. These have become the rarest and most desirable of surviving Beetles, and we're delighted to present this beautifully restored 1967 1500.
Five years ago the body and floor pan were separated in order to carry out extensive restoration work. All repairs, refurbishment and refinishing work was completed to a high standard resulting in a car that looks truly wonderful from every angle.
Five years ago the body and floor pan were separated in order to carry out extensive restoration work. All repairs, refurbishment and refinishing work was completed to a high standard resulting in a car that looks truly wonderful from every angle.
The bodywork has been refinished in a period-correct VW L87 off-white, while the interior has been retrimmed in beige VW square check vinyl. It continues to present superbly throughout. The hood fits correctly and is tight, ready for sunny drives. With recently overhauled brakes and good tyres, this Beetle is ready for the summer months.
History and Paperwork
- Registered 1968 on V5
- Body-off restoration completed 5 years ago
- Old paperwork, including old MOTs and invoices, available
The Condition
- No corrosion evident to the bodywork, underside and floor pans
- Straight restored bodywork with good panel alignment and door/hood fittment
- The Karmann folding roof looks to be in very smart order and the vendor demonstrates that it operates correctly
- Bright paintwork with only the most minor imperfections visible
- The interior retrimmed in beige VW square check vinyl, clean and presents well
- Black carpets fitted in the cabin and luggage compartment
- Small stone chip on the windscreen
- 12v Electrics
- Pitting to chrome on window surrounds, but all other chrome in good order
- New chassis & pans were sourced and fitted to restored body
The Mechanics
- Robust 1500cc engine, reportedly starts on first attempt
- Four-speed manual gearbox - reportedly selects ratios smoothly
- Odometer works but makes a clicking sound (so currently disconnected)
- Recently overhauled brakes
- We're informed that all the tyres are in good condition
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