Wonderful condition
Desirable 1970 Karmann Bodied Beetle Convertible
Just released from a private collection
Fresh chrome including new bumpers and hubcaps
Stunning color combination
Options Include:
Ventilated Chrome Steel Wheels
Rear Bumper Reflectors (1970 only feature)
Front And Rear Fender Gravel Guards
Adjustable Front Beam
Trunk And Spare Tire Carpet
Sapphire XII AM/FM Radio
Recent service including new exhaust
Performs wonderfully
The perfect example to drive and enjoy!
The 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible featured here is finished in stunning Poppy Red over a black interior and matching black folding convertible top. This wonderful Karmann bodied convertible Volkswagen was just released from a private collection, performs wonderfully and is sure to bring years of enjoyment (and many miles of smiles) to its next caretaker. We are proud to offer this charming 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible to the value-minded collector or enthusiast who understands the appeal of the legendary Volkswagen Beetle. Classic cars have proven to be among the most resilient and rewarding investments in recent years with the Historic Automobile Group Index (HAGI) jumping 39% in 2013, 16% in 2014 and 17% in 2015 while posting gains of 467% over the last 10 years. Ready to make an investment you can actually enjoy? Please contact one of our expert sales consultants at (314)291-7000 or [email protected] for more information. They will be happy to give you a complete walk-around, supply you with a more detailed description, and answer any questions you may have. Buy with confidence.
HISTORY OF THE VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
The Beetle, officially known as the Volkswagen Type 1, was originally constructed to be the German transportation for the masses much in the same way that Ford’s Model T was for America in the early 20th century. Designed by Ferdinand Porsche, the “Volks-wagen” or “people’s car” had to meet four requirements laid out by the German Government; it had to be fuel efficient, carry two adults and two children comfortably, be capable of 60mph and feature an air-cooled rear engine. Porsche and his team tried various combinations with the aerodynamic “beetle” shape and ultimately it was the designated Type 38, with split rear windows that became the Type 60 or “KdF-Wagen” (translated as the “strength through joy car”). After World War II, the British-controlled Volkswagen factory was rebuilt and the car slowly entered mass production. The Type 1’s unconventional appeal eventually brought in strong sales figures and resulted in VW producing more Beetle derivatives, such as the Type 2 Microbus, Karmann Ghia, the Thing and the Type 3 platform of air-cooled flat-4 engine vehicles. Eventually the sales trend of the imported Volkswagens caught the eye of American automakers and resulted in the “Big Three” producing their own compact cars. This would do little to change that fact that the American Public was smitten with the “Bug.” Today the Volkswagen Beetle is a cultural icon and examples are still enjoyed by collectors and enthusiasts across the globe.
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