1978 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic

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1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Stock #2062-ATL

1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle for Sale

Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International:
(704) 598-2130
Toll-Free:
(866) 542-8392
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International:
(678) 279-1609
Toll-Free:
(877) 367-1835
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International:
(817) 764-8000
Toll-Free:
(855) 877-2707
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com Tampa Showroom
4610 Pet Lane
Lutz. FL 33559
Local/International:
(813) 501-1630
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com Nashville Showroom
6000 Reliance Drive.
Suite 100
La Vergne. TN 37086
Local/International:
(615) 930-0600
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE:   1600 CC BODY STYLE :   Convertible TRANSMISSION:  
4 Speed Manual
EXTERIOR COLOR:   ODOMETER READING:   58365 INTERIOR COLOR :      

VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS

AM/FM Radio. CD Player. Defrost. Fuel Injection. Heat. Manual Convertible Top. Seatbelts. Vinyl Interior. Maintenance Records. Owner's Manual. Title Documentation. Rear Defogger

SELLER REMARKS

VW Beetles. they're never going to go out of fashion. They've always been a favorite of car people and non-car people and if there's a more distinctive machine on four wheels. I don't know what it would be. So when you have a chance to own a nice one like this 1978 Super Beetle convertible. you should probably take it. simply because it's still a lot of fun for not a lot of money and a painless way to get into an old car.


This one-owner ragtop was restored as needed over the course of its life. and like many such cars. the need for a comprehensive rebuilt at the molecular level was never really required. As a result. it's got a solid feeling that only comes from cars that haven't been fully disassembled and a classic look that's a little bit funky to suit the Beetle's personality. The medium red metallic paint might have been on the color pallet in 1978. but rendered in modern materials. it positively glows. It's not pink. it's not magenta. it's not bronze. but rather somewhere in-between that certainly makes it stand out. and on a Beetle. nothing looks bad. The trim is probably original and in decent shape. with a little tarnishing of the chrome that would probably buff right up with an afternoon of attention. and the Super Beetle upgrades. including shiny side moldings. gives it a detailed look. Aside from pickup trucks. the Beetle might be the last car to actually use running boards. and they're in good condition with nice rubber and a slice of bright trim to set them off.


The white interior was installed at the same time the body was painted. sometime in the late 1990s. Given that the car had already earned collector status by then. it hasn't been driven much and everything still looks bright and crisp inside. The seats are comfortable vinyl that use the original patterns and show only minimal use. resulting in an inviting patina that looks comfortable but not worn. Black carpets keep it from being too bright inside. and a Champagne Edition-only woodgrained dash adds warmth. The gauges are fully operational and there's a newer AM/FM/CD stereo in the dash with the original Blaupunkt included with the sale. The white top was new at that time. too. and fits well. folds easily. and doesn't show any major signs of age. Obviously someone loved this Bug.


Remarkably. the original fuel-injected engine is still providing power. This is in contrast to most of the other Beetles of this vintage that have been retrofitted with carburetors. a strange step backwards. It starts easily and runs quite well. and thanks to that fuel injection system. it doesn't have any fussiness when it first starts or on hot days. The engine bay is pretty packed. but the equipment is correct and shows only regular maintenance throughout the past 36 years. The 4-speed manual transmission is typical Beetle. but once you figure it out it's easy and fun. The floor pans were replaced in 2003. so no need to worry about that (it's pretty much a non-issue in VW circles) and the exhaust system is recent and delivers a proper VW sound. Factory steel wheels carry newer 155/80/15 BFGoodrich radials which seem tailor-made for this application.


Good VW Beetle convertibles seem to have settled in the mid-teens price range. and Champagne Edition's are in the twenties. assuming you can find one. So you can buy today and enjoy with confidence that it'll always be worth about what you have in it at this bargain price. Not many other vehicles can make that claim. Call today!

1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle for Sale

 

1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle for Sale

Stock # 2062-ATL  
Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International:
(704) 598-2130
Toll-Free:
(866) 542-8392
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International:
(678) 279-1609
Toll-Free:
(877) 367-1835
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International:
(817) 764-8000
Toll-Free:
(855) 877-2707
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com Tampa Showroom
4610 Pet Lane
Lutz. FL 33559
Local/International:
(813) 501-1630
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com Nashville Showroom
6000 Reliance Drive.
Suite 100
La Vergne. TN 37086
Local/International:
(615) 930-0600
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

TERMS OF SALE   Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction. A $500 Paypal deposit is required immediately upon selecting the Buy-It-Now option. The $500 Paypal deposit is non-refundable as ending an eBay auction and not buying the vehicle is very damaging to the seller. Any refunds will be at the sole discretion of Streetside Classic Cars and are not guaranteed. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close. vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come. first serve basis. For balance of payment we will accept bank wire transfer (preferred). cashier's check. or personal check (vehicle shipment will be delayed until check clears). Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles. regardless of age. mileage. or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping. tax. title. or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications. expenses. or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale.

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WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

As an international buyer. it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer.   Please call or email any one of our showrooms at:

Charlotte Showroom Phone:
001-704-598-2130

Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com

Atlanta Showroom Phone:
001-678-279-1609

Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com

Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone:
001-817-764-8000

Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

Tampa Showroom Phone:
001-813-501-1630

Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com

Nashville Showroom Phone:
001-615-930-0600

Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

Rest assured. you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase.

International buyers welcome!
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If you decide to purchase from us. we require that you give us your complete name. address and phone numbers (home. office. mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts.

All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only.

Once we have received the funds. we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export. deliver the car to a US port. secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You. or your agent. are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.

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