1961 Volkswagen Dune Buggy

Volkswagen Dune Buggy (1961)Kickdown's Takeby Moritz HelbichThis classic Meyers Manx-style beach buggy is a rare find thanks to its H license plate: The TÜV rarely approves retroactive chassis shortening these days, which makes this buggy substantially more valuable. The vehicle was built to a high standard, and both the body and interior are in very good condition. With its well-maintained 1.3-liter Beetle engine, practical hardtop, and recent service, this is the ideal way to get started in the world of buggies!Price Estimation16.000 € - 20.000 €Vehicle descriptionKickdown Check Last Service: February 2026 This Meyers Manx-style dune buggy was built on a Beetle chassis in Sweden. The classic beach buggy was invented in the 1960s by Bruce Meyers in California. The original model became known worldwide as the Meyers Manx. Construction: Traditionally, these buggies were based on the shortened chassis and air-cooled boxer engine of the VW Beetle. They are characterized by a lightweight body made of glass-fiber-reinforced plastic (GFRP), the absence of doors and a roof, and extremely wide tires that provide optimal grip on loose surfaces. A well-built and largely authentic buggy with an H-license plate like this one is hard to find on the market, and original Meyers Manx models cost approximately 45,000–75,000€. Facts & Specifications Year of manufacture: 1961 Engine: 1.3-liter Beetle engine with code letter F and 39 PS Transmission: Manual Exterior color: Blue Interior: Black faux leather TÜV valid until 04/2027 H license plate available—in Germany, an H registration for the Dune Buggy significantly increases its value. Retrofitted shortening of VW Beetle chassis is rarely approved by the TÜV today due to expired inspection reports Features: Hardtop Additional gauges in the dashboard Condition Exterior Exterior color is blue The vehicle has been completely repainted in the past The body is in good condition with only slight age-related signs of wear There is a stone chip outside the field of view The hardtop is designed to protect the buggy from rain when parked and is a rare feature Interior The car has a black faux leather interior The interior is in very well-maintained condition with only slight signs of wear due to age The two small auxiliary gauges on the dashboard are new but have not yet been connected No known defects in the interior Mechanics The Buggy is ready to drive immediately, but is not currently registered. The two small auxiliary gauges in the dashboard are new but not yet connected. It is equipped with a 1,276cc Beetle engine with the code letter “F” and 39 PS As is typical for this model, the engine is slightly oily There are no known mechanical defects Last maintenance: February 2026 History Ownership History Number of owners: more than 5 The vehicle was built several years ago by a company in southern Sweden that rented out the vehicles commercially. Service History Last service in February 2026 Documents Vehicle registration certificate Note: The license plate BN MX6H is reserved until December 2, 2026, and can be transferred free of charge Summary For sale is a 1961 VW Buggy in Meyers Manx style, blue in color, with a manual transmission and an H license plate. The vehicle was built several years ago by a company in southern Sweden that rented out the vehicles commercially. The shortened 1961 Beetle chassis is described as being in very good condition; the installed 1,276 ccm Beetle engine with code letter F and 39 PS, combined with the lightweight vehicle, provides adequate power. The last service was performed in February 2026, and the TÜV inspection is valid through April 2027. The body is in good condition with slight signs of wear. Noteworthy are the numerous details as well as the rare hardtop, which is designed to protect the buggy from rain when parked. The two small auxiliary gauges in the dashboard are new but have not yet been connected. As a classic dune buggy, this vehicle offers an alternative to an original Meyers Manx and is aimed at enthusiasts who enjoy a unique recreational vehicle built on solid Beetle technology.