1973 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 S

Highlights

• Desirable 'S' model with 1.6-litre engine and front disc brakes
• Bright yellow exterior, resprayed in 2014
• Updated front seats, red carpet and door cards
• MOT/road tax exempt

The Appeal

The Volkswagen Beetle needs little introduction: the world’s best-selling ‘single-platform’ car in history with the longest-ever production run.
The seller states that they have owned this 1303 S for just over 20 years, and that it was resprayed, acquiring its bright yellow exterior colour, around 2014.
Inside, the interior features the original dashboard, with wood-effect trim. The high-backed black seats with white piping are Volkswagen units, says the seller. The stereo unit features retro-style knobs with an LED display and a USB slot. Red carpets and red door cards were fitted in 2022, states the seller. A handy chrome storage basket with cupholder rings sits ahead of the gear lever. The front boot is carpeted and features the original spare wheel.
The seller states the car has no mechanical issues of note and has been kept in a garage for most of its time in their ownership.
With its cheery colour scheme and tastefully updated interior, this example of the famous Beetle is sure to make every journey enjoyable.

Key Information

• Mileage: 110,408 miles (estimated) / 10,408 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 1,584cc 50hp 4-cylinder petrol, 4-speed manual
• Paperwork: V5C, previous MOT certificates, receipts

The Detail

• 1973 Volkswagen 1303 S ‘Beetle’
• 1.6-litre flat four air-cooled engine
• Original dashboard with wood-effect trim
  High-backed black seats with white piping, Volkswagen units
  Stereo unit with retro-style knobs, LED display and USB slot
  Red carpets and red door cards fitted in 2022
  Chrome storage basket with cupholder rings ahead of gear lever
  Carpeted front boot with original spare wheel
  Garaged for most of the seller's ownership
• Some minor marks can be seen. The seller also says that the bonnet hinges have been replaced, and that a second-hand bonnet (in blue) will be supplied with the car, in case the buyer wishes to replace the current bonnet, which exhibits some rust
• The dashboard has a crack ahead of the instrument binnacle, and there is dirt in the headlining
• Updated seats, red door cards and carpet
• MOT/road tax exempt

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