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Volkswagen Beetle
Classic - Beetle Classic (1938-2003)
1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy 1.6
1972
39,837 miles
Manual
Petrol
Ingatestone, United Kingdom
No estimate provided
Bidding ends 10 Sept at 20:00
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Listing Source
Pistonheads Auctions
Auction
Auction Date
Thursday, 10 September 2026
Starts at 09:00
Ends at 20:00
10 days remaining
Location
Ingatestone, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Description
Highlights Show-standard, freshly detailed air-cooled flat-four Genuinely sporting cabin with quilted leather and four-point harnesses Deep gunmetal metal-flake fibreglass body, straight and glossy Front disc brakes and near-new wide tyres on polished alloys Twin-carburettor set-up with a stainless performance exhaust Overview The Beach Buggy is one of the great feel-good machines. It's a lightweight fibreglass body dropped onto a shortened Volkswagen floorpan, with an air-cooled flat-four hangi...
About the Beetle
The people's car that became a cultural icon. Air-cooled flat-four rear-engined design proved remarkably durable. UK models from various eras with engines from 1200cc to 1600cc. Simple mechanicals make DIY maintenance possible. Running costs remain low.
Known Issues to Watch For
Rust in heater channels, floorpans, and around battery tray. Engine tinware and cooling system condition critical. Gearbox synchros wear. Brake system needs regular attention. Fuel system corrosion. Heat exchanger failures affect cabin heating.
Desirable Options
Original engine and numbers matching. 1600cc twin-port engine. Cabriolet body. Split-window models (extremely rare). Matching original paint. Full tool kit. Original accessories and period features.
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower50 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1972
Mileage39,837 miles
Body StyleCoupe
Production Info
Production Years1938 - 2003
GenerationClassic
Listing Source
Pistonheads Auctions
Auction
Auction Date
Thursday, 10 September 2026
Starts at 09:00
Ends at 20:00
10 days remaining
Location
Ingatestone, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Price on request
197239,837 milesManual
