1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

For consignment, a 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle convertible with a title verified 221,106 actual miles. Front fender with square headlight cavities was a fairly common mod and makes this '74 stand out from the crowd, and the bright red paint job doesn't hurt either! Less visible are the engine and transmission mods that spice up this Phoenix Red bug. 

Exterior
Amber fog lights change the face of the Beetle, but not as much as the unique square headlights flanking the rounded frunk. White piping in the fender seams complement the 15-inch wagon wheel rims in white and all of it is a great match for the white canvas top and its white tonneau cover when stowed. The three part round tail lights are still in place and are unmistakable, flanking the louvered boot underscored by a straight bumper. Curved glass of the Super Beetle windshield meets with the vent windows or as some call them, smoker's windows, that pivot within a fixed frame. Imperfections include cracking on the paint of the boot, paint chips on the fenders, touched up chips and cracks, flaking paint, and chipping paint around drainage holes in the rear valance. 

Interior
White vinyl door cards present cleanly on the doors with sharply contrasting VW black hardware and map pockets, typically stretched. The textured and stitched bucket seats also show very nicely and are tall with an integrated headrest. More pleasantries in the back where the bench and sidewalls are nice. Honey colored wood adorns the front, beginning with the rim of the Grant steering wheel and the mid panel of the dash. The textured dash pad and cove that houses the speedometer is in great shape too. A Kenwood AM/FM/Cassette is on board for the tunes and an AutoGage tach is mounted down lower. More wood for the handle of the shifter, rising cleanly from the plastic base over gray carpet and ladybug rubber mats, and Pioneer speakers along for the ride in the footwells.  

Drivetrain
A nicely detailed engine bay houses  a 1766cc engine, built by Stephen's Machine in Venice, California and including a 69mm counterweight crank and 90.5mm pistons, fed by dual Weber 34mm carburetors. The 4-speed manual is a 1974 Type 1 IRS with HD shift forks, welded 3rd and 4th gears, a racing cross shaft, and HD side cover. Drum brakes are on all four wheels. 

Undercarriage
The clean underside presents with a combination of blue and red paint with dry conditions. Suspension consists of Macpherson struts up front and swing axle with trailing arms and torsion bars. We do note some oil on the pair of hoses entering the left side of the engine. Headers being the short exhaust process that includes Thunderbird Quiet Pack mufflers. 

Drive-Ability
The ever admirable upright sitting position begins our positive experience with this zippy red flyer and while the tires are staggered for improved handling. They are quite old so we feather the car around the loop where it runs like a champ and handles well around turns at modest speeds. All functions operate as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. 

A book detailing the reconstruction of the vehicle accompanies it and tells the story of two Beetles donating their parts to create the one you see here. This was done in 1990 and 1991 and the build has held up well and has resulted in a well sorted and dramatic looking Super Beetle. Unlike the beetle you accidentally stepped on on the sidewalk, this one looks great on the inside and outside!

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