Highlights

Highly desirable ‘one year only’ 1967 example with numerous unique features
Factory right-hand drive
Beautifully preserved South African market example currently due to land in the UK by 12/12/2024
One family ownership from new
Highly original and unrestored

The Appeal

Much like a 23-window ‘Samba’ Type 2, air-cooled Volkswagen enthusiasts revere 1967 Beetles. Known as the ‘one year only’ model in reference to the wealth of features unique to the year, the ‘67 was also the last Beetle to feature sloping headlamps and ‘towel rail’ bumpers.

This 1300 Deluxe has everything going for it. Assembled at the South African plant in Uitenhage, Cape Province, it’s a factory right-hand drive car that’s been owned by the same family since new. We’re assured that it remains entirely original and unrestored, with no evidence of repair, remedial paint or any notable wear besides charming age-commensurate patina.

Currently on the water and due to land in the UK by 12/12/2024, it will be available for collection from Norwich. The vendor is a former South African resident and is more than happy to assist with the registration process.

The vendor remarks on the Beetle:

“Cars of the 1950s and 1960s around the globe were huge and trimmed to the teeth in chrome.

Whilst most were like spaceships and were stunning to look at, they cost a small fortune to own and maintain. Enter the Volkswagen Beetle; it was basic, yet it still managed to fit the whole family. Its powerplant was a simple, robust and inexpensive small-capacity air-cooled flat-four

An instant automotive icon; the elementary choice for families, famously chosen by hippies circumnavigating the globe spreading love and it featured on screen, such as the 1968 film ‘The Love Bug’ starring 1963 Beetle Herbie.

It's got the combination of simple and bulletproof engineering coupled with equally simple maintenance and a drive that never fails to put a smile on your face this is the character of why Beetles always makes you do a double take. There are very few of these superb examples appearing on the market today, so don't miss the opportunity to acquire a piece of Volkswagen history as well as a very exciting automotive icon”

The History and Paperwork

Requires first registration with DVLA – a straightforward process
The vendor is happy to handle the whole registration with the DVLA for the buyer for a small fee if requested
The car is currently on the water and due to land in the UK by 12/12/2024 and will be available for collection from Norwich, UK
All shipping costs and import taxes have been paid by the vendor
The car will be serviced and checked over for the new owner prior to collection to ensure roadworthiness (MOT exempt)
One family owned from new according to the vendor
South Africa built right-hand drive example

The Condition

Original Savannah cream over deep burgundy vinyl trim
The vendor says there’s no evidence of repair or even remedial paint
Highly desirable “towel rail” double chrome bumper model
Some patina to the brightwork but no heavy wear
Very straight bodywork with no signs of notable corrosion
The doors, bonnet and ‘deck lid’ all appear to fit well
The interior still looks and feels very fresh
The seats remain in original order and very well-preserved for their age
The carpets, door cards and headlining present beautifully
No notable wear or apparent issues with the controls
We understand the cabin electrics to be in good working order

The Mechanics

1.3-litre air-cooled flat-four
Four-speed manual gearbox
Original-looking and well-presented engine compartment
Reportedly runs and drive very well indeed

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