Vehicle Description
There are some vintage VWs that you want to collect, and some you
want to drive. Then there are the few like this 1979 Volkswagen
Super Beetle convertible that have all the right features to make
you want to do both.
When it comes to owning a convertible Bug, 1979 was the final year
of a legend and the best of a breed. Volkswagen/Karmann knew how to
produce these bodies with true German precision that was still
simple to maintain. It is a level of fit and finish that makes the
Beetle an enduring icon. Adding to this durable feeling is a more
recent respray of a very distinct orange - it's almost like they
mixed VW's colors of Nepal Orange and Phoenix Red together. This
added distinction continues with some nice subtle upgrades, like a
little extra shine in the chrome bumpers that are complemented by
the upgraded chrome running boards.
The crisp black roof looks great against the bright orange paint.
And if you like the way this looks, you'll love taking this down to
reveal the full black interior. And just like the exterior, it's
clean, complete, and has a few nice upgrades. The high-back bucket
seats that came on the later models are particularly comfortable
for all-day cruising. You can tell there was a nice investment here
to get them looking good, and there's even a cool VW logo stitched
into the headrests. Volkswagen treated these last few Beetle
convertibles as premium machines, so you got plenty of features,
including the wood appearance package on the dash. And today it's
all still so nicely preserved. But they also left room for some
nice upgrades mixed in, too. So while you'll enjoy additions like
the EMPI shifter and Grant sports steering wheel, the classic
single VDO gauge dominating the instruments is pure vintage VW.
You can tell by looking at the engine bay that there was a nice
investment in here. The 1500cc motor was rebuilt about 2,000 miles
ago. It looks terrific with a very tidy presentation that includes
a Bosch coil, distributor cap, and wires. Plus, with twin Weber 44
carburetors, the robust motor now has a nice extra hit of power.
Best of all, you take complete control over this air-cooled
flat-four symphony with the four-speed manual transmission. As many
VW fans already know, this is a Super Beetle. That means an
improved steering box and an independent front suspension with sway
bar. There's even been an upgrade to front disc brakes. So it's a
very desirable total driving package.
This one is clean, stylish, and absolutely complete - right down to
the plastic caps on the new sport wheels. This is the last year for
the legendary Beetle in the USA, and this is the perfect cruiser to
properly celebrate the end of an era. So if you're a VW fan, don't
miss out on this opportunity. Call today!!!