Vehicle Description
The 1973 VW Super Beetle convertible is a terrific first car for
the new collector, and they continue to show appreciation. Built at
the Karman factory in Osnabruck, West Germany in November of 1972,
this 1973 Super Beetle has the original 4 cylinder, horizontally
opposed, 1,584 CC (1.6 L) engine and 4 speed manual transmission.
The engine was rebuilt and has 13,740 miles on it, which is the
mileage on the odometer. The power train runs well. The clutch
engages properly, and the transmission shifts smoothly. The running
gear including half shafts, brakes, wheels, tires, suspension, etc
are in great shape and were repaired or replaced when the engine
was rebuilt. This VW Bug comes with Goodyear 185 x 65 x R15 radials
mounted on correct chrome wheels. The interior upholstery is
excellent with no obvious signs of wear and the dash is original
with reliable VDO gauges. All lights, horn, radio, heater and
defroster work as they were originally designed. The interior top
headliner is fair, with wear showing in the rear where the top
hinges come into contact with the headliner (see pictures). The
original, four-spoke steering wheel is still in the car, and the
door panels are in good shape, featuring door map pockets for extra
storage. The rear view mirror, glass, and shifter all look good.
Completing the interior is a JVC AM/FM stereo.The manual
convertible operates perfectly and the top exterior is very good
and water tight. The convertible top boot is also very good
condition. The Super Beetle's exterior paint patina is nice, but
showing some minor road rash on the bonnet, the typical paint chips
found from use as a frequent weekend driver, but all have been
touched up. The body panels are straight with no signs of previous
damage. There are no dents, but there is a minor tire rub scrape on
the driver side front fender (see pictures). No body work is
necessary and the black marks could be buffed out. The bright trim
is good with only minor pitting and the center rubber molding on
the rear bumper is missing. The driver quality paint on this Super
Beetle shows nicely driving by, or in a high school or college dorm
parking lot. Overall, this is a solid, dependable, very collectible
VW. Take care of it and you will enjoy a nice return on your
investment in the years to come, and have a very enjoyable toy to
play with! It is located in Las Vegas and available for a
pre-purchase inspection by appointment....