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1974 Superbeetle Convertible on 2040-cars

US $4,399.00
Year:1974 Mileage:149536
Location:

Menlo Park, California, United States

Menlo Park, California, United States

 My dear buggy is up for sale -- I just have too many projects going on. She starts up every time, and runs very smooth -- I use her as my daily driver during the dry months. Always parked in the garage, and regularly maintained, mostly by The Buggy House in Hayward.

Not the original engine, nor the original color. New engine has about 8,500 miles on it. Odometer reads 49,536 because it's limited to 5 digits, but almost certainly has wrapped around once before, which is why it's listed as 149,536. Brand new bluetooth stereo with subwoofer is loud enough to hear your music with the top down on the highway. 1600cc engine will gladly do 70mph, and gets great gas mileage to boot (~35mpg, with mixed driving). Clutch and 4 speed manual shift smooth. Front lights upgraded to self-leveling Xenons, so you can actually see where you're going at night. Brand new battery has about twenty drives under its belt; also has a new fuel pump and injector.

Interior is in great condition: seats are spotless, new door panels still shine, and relatively new carpet kit  make this car a pleasure to drive. The top is in medium condition, and doesn't leak. The body is in OK condition, couple dents, and the paint could use a little love.

A little investment would make this buggy a real head-turner. 1974 model year is smog exempt, so none of those headaches involved. Mechanically she's very strong and reliable. She does drip a little oil, but does not burn it.

I would really like her to go to a good home that appreciates her as much as I do. Previous owner had her for 10 years, and felt similarly. Lots of spare parts included as well. Please let me know if you have any questions. I will cancel any bids from those who have less than 5 feedback unless you write me first. I'm happy to ship her anywhere, but buyer pays for shipping. If you want to see her in person, I am more than happy to facilitate that, and would be willing to meet you anywhere between San Mateo and Mountain View.

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