1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle Limited Edition Gold Sun Bug Convertible

For sale is our Limited Edition 1974  Volkswagen  Sun Bug  Convertible. We have been told that only several hundred of these vehicles were produced making it one of the rarest and most collectible of all Volkswagens.

 The seller has owned this Sun Bug for nearly 40 years.

NOTE: Actual mileage is unknown as the odometer has been replaced.

 This vehicle won a coveted Celebrity Choice Award at the Mid America Funfest for Air-Cooled VW. This is a premiere gathering of VWs in the United States and is held at Mid America's facility in Effingham. Illinois and attended by hundreds of VW owners. Mid America Motorworks was the source of many of our restoration parts.

 The most common Sun Bugs were made with a hardtop with sunroof. All were painted gold with clear coat. Other than the gold color. they also had distinguishing parts such as Sun Bug logo on rear. unique gearshift knob. center console. and leather-looking seats and door panels. While the exterior of this Sun Bug appears original. the interior has undergone complete restoration.

Volkswagen used two colors of paint for Sun Bug. Hellas Beige (L98C-W4) was the first color. but the production line was changed to Harvest Gold Metallic (L99B). When we got the car the earlier color was marked inside the front bonnet and that was the color used to repaint it.

 The engine was professionally rebuilt about 5. 00 miles ago. At that time the clutch and its associated parts were also replaced.   The engine and engine compartment area remain mostly stock with the exception that a belt pulley with timing marks was installed. The diagnostic connector is unusable.

A new canvas top and headliner was replaced. however. it was left under a car cover for too long following a rainstorm allowing mold to form on the canvas top. The headliner looks new.

New upholstery was professionally installed but seat belts have caused wear on the decorative ribbing. Fabric was placed on the seats rather than vinyl to make them more comfortable and that may also be considered a "no-no" by perfectionist restorers. Floor carpets are installed only when the car is being shown and appear new--see photos. A carpet kit for the area behind the rear seat is provided but has not been installed. The boot canvas cover is new.

All glass and mirrors in the vehicle are good. The original Volkswagen Sapphire XVIII radio is installed and works.

 Restoration/preventative maintenance over the years has resulted in replacement of many parts too numerous to list here. We installed new fenders with new welting. bonnet seals. running boards. and "chrome" trim. We installed new windshield with gasket. tailpipes. radio antenna. front and rear plastic light lens. Note the windshield gasket isn't exactly like the original equipment lacking the “chrome” trim.

Rims were repainted using Dupli-Color High Performance Wheel Coating. It matches the original color very well. New radial tires with the appropriate ¾-inch whitewall are now installed (see advertising photo).

 This Super Beetle is like most suffering from a slight high-speed wheel shimmy. This problem has been addressed by the installation of new tires. wheel balancing. and most recently. the complete replacement of many front end parts including bushings. gas-charged struts. ball joints. steering dampers. etc.

 The vehicle underside is rusty and has no attempt has been made to restore that area. The front floor pans were professionally replaced while the rear floor pans were “patched. ”

 The driver's side door window rubber wiper needs replacement. The windshield washer fluid system is inoperative. A safety feature required by the govt. preventing the vehicle's engine from starting has been bypassed. Seat nylon slide blocks needs replacement. A gas cap seal should be installed. Sometimes the driver's side door latch doesn't flip all the way up when the door is opened.

 NADA Classic Cars Volkswagen Super Beetle 2-Door Convertible lists (at time of this listing) high retail at $23. 00. We believe the condition of this vehicle warrants the listing price.

 You are welcome to come view and drive the vehicle prior to purchase. Questions will be answered promptly.

 The vehicle is kept garaged but is 40 years old and has expected age-related minor flaws. all of which are not listed here.

 The Sun Bug is somewhat primitive compared to modern vehicles in the way it rides and handles. but absence of creature comforts makes the design extremely reliable. The Sun Bug has a 4-speed manual transmission. no power anything. It does not drive or handle anything like newer cars of today. It does. however. start quickly and runs like a Beetle should. It requires a bit of attention in maintenance and care such as an occasional brake adjustment. oil change. etc.

 This vehicle has no warranty and is being sold "as-is. " We are a private party. not a dealer.

 Please. only bid on the Sun Bug if you are serious about owning it and have the necessary funds readily available. Winner must contact seller within 24 hours after close of auction and place a $500. 00 non-refundable deposit to PayPal within 48 hours. Full payment in cash at time of pickup is preferred. Full payment. if not cash. must clear my local bank (which may require 10 working days) before the title and vehicle will be released. Balance of payment is due within 7 days of the end of the auction and I cannot assist in financing. Buyer is responsible for all taxes. license. title. insurance. and transportation costs.

 Title transfer will occur at my local bank where the buyer will be given a notarized copy of a bill of sale as recommended by West Virginia law.

 West Virginia title is free and clear and in my name.  

My license plates will be removed from the vehicle at time of sale. If the vehicle is not trailered. and to stay legal. the buyer should purchase a temporary transportation plate from the local state police and costs about $5. 00.

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