Vehicle Description
1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
"A Super Beetle offers a large, curved windshield and plenty of
room for the long legs in your family to stretch out and be
comfortable. But so do a lot of big cars. But while everyone has
been thinking how to make their big cars smaller, (and then bigger
again), we've been thinking how to make ours better. So this year
we've put on new energy absorbing bumpers. We've redesigned the
seats for greater comfort. And equipped every Super Beetle with our
new VW Owner's Security Blanket with Computer Analysis. A very snug
blanket indeed." From the Super Beetle insert for the 1974 dealer's
brochure.
For consignment, a 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle showing 51,196 non
actual miles. A frame off restoration on this car was completed in
mid 2024 and the engine was rebuilt by Gene Ulrich, (Reading, PA),
with new crank, pistons, rods, heads and carburetor. The build
sheet for the engine along with receipts for the work will come
with the car.
Exterior
Nothing unusual about the Medium Blue Metallic except the fact it
is accompanied by blacked out trim, much of which has been powder
coated, giving the Beetle a strikingly unique appearance. There's
quite an attention to detail here as even the LED headlight, smoked
tail lights, emblems, and bumpers are all darkened and carried by
the 15-inch custom Minilite style wheels that wear a subtle blue
stripe around the edge. From the side, you can see the telltale
curved windshield and the iconic amber marking lights perches on
the front fenders. The back is a feast for the eyes with rows of
louvers both as intake under the rear window and heat extraction on
the decklid, a rounded rear bumper, and two exhaust pipes leaving
through a contoured rear valance. A scuff and perhaps an area of
thin paint are the only two imperfections we find, and it wasn't
easy as the remainder is in excellent condition.
Interior
Darth Vadar's dream Beetle continues on the inside where smooth,
black vinyl door cards look pristine with horizontal stitch, map
pocket, and traditional VW window and door hardware. The newer
front bucket seats are hefty and black, and the back bench has been
recovered, continuing our journey through this clean interior. The
leather wrapped steering wheel is sporty and leads to the typically
simple dash afforded Beetles with a large speedometer in the
driver's sightline along with some toggles and indicator lights. An
AM/FM/Cassette radio lives in the center while an Empi logo
T-shifter rises from a center console that includes a cupholder,
all over new gray carpet which is a nice offset to the black, along
with the white perforated headliner above showing some slight
wrinkles in places but fully intact. The "frunk" is also lined in
gray carpet and presents cleanly.
Drivetrain
Behind the rear hatch, the 1600cc flat 4 cylinder engine, rebuilt
as noted with new internals and rated at 60 horsepower. There are
two new Weber 40 IDF 2-barrel carburetors on board this very clean
engine and it's mated to a rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission that
keeps power to the rear wheels and 3.875 gears. Drum brakes provide
stopping power on all four wheels. Once again, visually the engine
is spotless and show worthy.
Undercarriage
This Super Beetle is super clean underneath with a satin black
belly pan, clean knuckles, and fresh CV boots, all gleaming with a
soil free glow. No surface rust nor errant fluids are observed.
Dual exhaust leaves from each side of the engine and enter into a
stock style muffler before leaving for external exposure via chrome
tips. Suspension is composed of Macpherson struts in front and
independent suspension out back.
Drive-Ability
The Beetle's unique shape and upright ergonomics are enhanced by
the slight super sizing of the special model and it's a ride that
is many things, but boring is not one of them! We crank the car to
life and it makes that unique VW exhaust note that has been
thrilling V-Dub fans for many decades. The car does everything
well, from shifting, to handling, to braking, and does so while
providing excellent visibility through its renowned round
greenhouse. All functions on this practical mode of transportation
work as intended. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
If you've never owned one, this is a fine start. If you're a VW
junkie, this would be an excellent addition. It stands out from the
crowd, for sure, and with its recent emergence from restoration,
it's ready to provide that Super Beetle thrill that no other car
can quite deliver. It's not faster than a speeding bullet, nor more
powerful than a locomotive, but it is the kryptonite to a dull
weekend.
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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