Vehicle Description
With nothing but black and chrome on the outside, this 1979
Volkswagen Beetle convertible already has premium appeal even
before you see upgrades in the interior and engine bay. And it's
amazing you can get all of this turnkey ready fun for under
$20k.
When it comes to owning a convertible Bug, 1979 was the final year
of a legend and the best of a breed. Volkswagen knew how to produce
these bodies with a Teutonic tightness that was still simple to
maintain. It's this level of fit and finish that makes the Beetle a
lasting icon. Adding to this enduring feeling is a professional
application of the gloss black that gives this sunshine-friendly
droptop a nice hard shine. But there is more to this VW. All the
brightwork looks nice, from the mirror-like bumpers to the
full-length accent that highlights the Bug's unique profile. This
black and chrome is part of a well-coordinated package that looks
great on everything, including the Minilite-style wheels.
Take a peek inside. If the exceptionally clean black interior looks
slightly different from most other Beetles you've seen, that's
probably because this one has comfortable cloth inserts in the
seats. You'll instantly know the valuable difference these make the
first day you return to your VW from a day at the beach. And
because you want to get the most fun out of this droptop, the
high-back bucket seats that came on the later models are
particularly comfortable for all-day cruising. Another nice feature
is a newer AM/FM/CD stereo with more powerful speakers in the kick
panels. After all, who wants to hit the road without their sounds,
especially in a car that just screams 'summertime fun' like this
one. And from the moment you grab the Wolfsburg steering wheel,
you'll begin to notice that this one is a true premium VW. It has
plenty of great upgrades, from the wood paneling to provisions for
factory air conditioning.
VW's standard 1600 cc flat-four was the sole powerplant, but while
the last few years came with fuel injection, this one has been
replaced by a carburetor. In the Beetle world, this is a welcomed
change because it makes the engine more reliable, easier to
service, and opens the door wider to the vast catalog of VW
cheap-n-easy parts available to you. In fact, the whole engine was
replaced around 3,000 miles ago. This is linked to the sturdy and
versatile four-speed manual transmission, which allows you to get
the most out of the motor. As many VW fans already know, this is a
Super Beetle. That means an improved steering box, bigger brakes,
and a new MacPherson strut independent front suspension. So for
those who want to drive their classics, this is one of the nicest
ways to experience a vintage VW.
A beautiful black body, a tight black top, and a quality black
interior... this is the best of triple black! And you get it all on
a heavily invested classic Volkswagen. In fact, we have plenty of
receipts to prove all the right maintenance and even the owner's
manual for provenance. It's all the best of VW in an affordable
package. So don't miss out, call today!
