1996 Volkswagen Beetle 4X4

Highlights

Unique 1980 Volkswagen Beetle body married to a galvanised Land Rover chassis
Fitted with a 200TDI engine and automatic transmission
Eye-catching custom build that garners attention everywhere
Registered in the UK with V5C documentation

The Appeal

And now for something completely different...

This custom creation is far from your typical classic car. Those familiar with Amazon Prime Video series 'The Grand Tour' will be familiar with Jeremy Clarkson's "The Excellent" - and this is based on a similar concept. With a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle body expertly grafted onto a galvanised Land Rover chassis, this vehicle offers a unique blend of vintage charm and off-road capability.

Now front-engined with Land Rover's venerable 200T TDI engine mated to an automatic gearbox driving all four-wheels, we're informed that this is a very capable vehicle. It weighs very little, so is surprisingly quick on and off the beaten track.

Complete with a UK V5C and still registered as a 1996 Land Rover, you'll be able to drive this weird and wonderful machine on the road once you've attained an MOT.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1996
No formal service history; all maintenance carried out by the current owner
V5 UK registration document available
Owned in this configuration for over ten years
Offered without current MOT

The Condition

As the chassis is reportedly galvanised, it's highly resistant to corrosion and appears in very sound order
The Volkswagen body shows some signs of age, with localised corrosion and patinated paintwork
The interior is functional and in fair condition
Some corrosion to the bonnet and wings; but we're informed the body shell is generally very good
Custom winch bumper fitted - (winch not included in the sale)
Attracts significant attention; not for the faint-hearted

The Mechanics

Land Rover running gear and axles
2.5-litre 200 TDI
Four-speed automatic transmission
The vendor informs us that it starts easily and runs well
The vendor comments that it drives well and is very fuel-efficient thanks to its low mass
We're informed that it is loud inside the cabin but drives well for a custom creation

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