1979 Vw Super Beetle Convertible -- No Reserve! on 2040-cars
Jacksonville, Oregon, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4 cylinder
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Owner
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Super Beetle Karmann
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 107,909
Exterior Color: Alpine White (Original)
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Opal White (Original)
Warranty: None
This 1979 VW Convertible Super Beetle with 107,909 original miles is the last year the Beetle Convertible was manufactured.
It is the Special Limited Edition Triple White----AND, all indications are that it is an extremely rare Champagne Edition!!!
It has the Burled Elm Wood applique on the dash, the original Alpine White paint, and original Opal White upholstery. The top is Light Sand or Light Ivory.
It is stock, a Rogue Valley, Oregon car (never lived in a salt-water area), originally purchased from Jay Allen Motors in Medford, and
has remained here since then---we are the third owners. It has NO RUST !!!!
This car has NEVER been wrecked! It is straight and completely stock--except for the mag wheels (with newer tires), and the chrome "eyebrows" on the headlights, which are easily removed. (Sorry, we do NOT have the original wheels)
It is in exceptional, straight, well cared for (unrestored), condition----
It has the original paint (a few rock chips). The original top has some tears in the outside skin---the padding & headliner are good. The top bows work effortlessly.
It is a smooth running, dependable and FUN car!
It has been kept in the garage.
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key words: Volkswagen, Volkswagon, Beetle, Super Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Cabriolet, Bug
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