1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Deluxe

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Offered for sale is a 1.2L 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Deluxe manual that has been with the current owner for the last year. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores 85 / 135.

Classic Car Auctions says:

Pleasingly original Type 1 with its own Porsche Inspection Report...

This Type 1 was built on the 13/12/1960 and sold originally by Guerins of Portugal
It's a left-hand drive Deluxe saloon, fitted with the 1200 (1192cc, 40bhp) engine and a 4-speed box
All identity numbers (engine, gearbox and front axle) are correct for the 1961 model year
Repainted some time ago in its original colour of Turquoise (L380). Some fading and blending
Leatherette interior in Ice Blue/Green. Original factory protective covers remain over door panels
Ulra-rare period factory option of steering wheel, handbrake, gear lever finished in Hydrate Green
Imported in 2019 and now fully UK-registered. Recently recommissioned at a cost of £2,500
Heritage letter from Volkswagen period-correct owner's manual in English and the most comprehensive (and encouraging) 'Porsche inspections.com' condition report that you have ever seen on an old Beetle!

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location between 17^th and 26^th June. Please contact Nick Bicknell 07957 279000 to secure your appointment.

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Lot Details

Registration:	535 XVG	RHD/LHD:	Left Hand Drive
Year:	1960	Engine size:	1.2L
Make:	Volkswagen	Odometer reading (miles):	71800
Model:	Beetle 1200 Deluxe	MOT expiry:	2021-06-15
Warranted:	No	Chassis number:	3508968

Vendor Condition Report

Overall:

85 / 135

Exterior

Bodywork:		Glass:
Paint:		Chrome:
Trim:

Remarks

Older full repaint. Most panels have some blemishes, no structural corrosion Respray is a slightly different shade, some fading / blending.

Interior

Door-cards:		Carpets:
Seating:		Headlining:
Dashboard:		Boot:

Remarks

Very original. Although it seems to have little equipment (no fuel gauge or radio), some very rare options are fitted - the steering wheel, handbrake, gear lever and grab handle are finished in Hydrate Green. Floor mats, running boards and wing beading are in turquoise. These options were only offered for a period of 7 months during late 60/early 61.

Engine

Components:		Starting:
Appearance:		Running:

Remarks

Transmission

Gears:		Drive-shaft:
Clutch:

Running Gear

Axles:		Chassis:
Suspension:		Bearings:
Brakes:		Wheels/Tyres:

Remarks

Most items repainted with new bushes & seals where needed.

Electrics

Minor:

Major:

Remarks

6-volt system restored back to original. Interior light inoperative.

Vehicle History

Remarks

Minimal history from Portugal but extensive invoices since import.

About the Condition Report

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	Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
	Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
	Good Every-day useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
	Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
	Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history