Ferdinand Porsche was the first to realise the Beetle's potential as a sports car. It is a theme that this newly restored car addresses with great personality, drawing inspiration from the styling of the Porsche 356 Speedster but offering a more practical five-seater configuration.
Finished in a classic and striking combination of racing red paint and cream-coloured interior, it is in excellent condition. We have been informed that the mechanics are on a par with the looks, and the seller describes it as 'perfect', with good clutch, gearbox and brakes.
This Beetle is as versatile as it is unusual and is sure to attract a lot of attention.
History and Documentation
Recently imported to Italy from Germany
Registered in Italy
Unfortunately, we don't have much information on its previous history
The seller informs us that it is homologated for five seats
The seller informed us that it has recently been restored
Condition
Recently restored with Speedster bodywork and red paintwork
Paintwork and bodywork well maintained and in good condition
Steel 'deep dish' wheels with chrome trim in good condition
Efficient and well-lined black vinyl roof
Four auxiliary lights give it a particularly sporty look
Quite a practical car with a good-sized boot and five-seater passenger compartment
Interior upholstered in cream-coloured vinyl in good shape and reupholstered seats
Black carpets and well-kept door panels
Mechanics
Air-cooled 1600cm³ engine
4-speed manual gearbox
We have been informed that the clutch, gearbox and brakes are in very good shape
The seller reports that there are no electrical problems
We have been informed that the car needs no further work and is 'mechanically perfect'
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