1979 Volkswagen Käfer 1303 Cabriolet

Volkswagen Käfer 1303 Cabriolet (1979)Kickdown's Takeby Moritz HelbichAs the last open-top Beetle produced in Wolfsburg, the 1979 VW Beetle 1303 Cabriolet is a true crowd-pleaser among German classic cars today. This 1979 model features a charming color combination of metallic green with a white soft top, white rims, and white leather seats. It comes with a vehicle inspection report graded 2 and is ready to drive immediately, featuring an H-license plate and TÜV certification valid until 2027. The perfect choice for anyone looking for a characterful open-air classic!Price Estimation18.000 € - 24.000 €Vehicle descriptionKickdown Check On-site kickdown assessment completed 141 photos Video including engine running and test drive Paint thickness measurement An inspection report with a grade of 2 is available Mileage reading of 106,432 km, partially verifiable Facts & Specifications Year of manufacture: 1979 First registration: Germany Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 50 hp (37 kW) Transmission: Manual Exterior color: Metallic green Interior: White leather seats TÜV valid until 10/27, H-license plate Features: White convertible top White rims Momo steering wheel Condition Exterior The car is painted in metallic green. The vehicle has been completely repainted; paint thickness measurements yielded values between 116 µm and 236 µm. The body is in good condition with slight signs of wear as well as minor scratches and dents. The underbody shows age-related wear, dirt, and superficial corrosion on chassis and exhaust components; no serious rust-through is visible. The vehicle features a white convertible top, white rims, and white original leather seats. There is minor damage to the soft top. Interior The interior is upholstered in white leather. The white leather on the seats shows significant signs of age-related wear, including creasing, fine cracks, and visible patina. The steering wheel shows signs of wear. Mechanics The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered. The engine exhibits very good cold-start performance with a stable, elevated idle; throttle response is smooth without hesitation, and the engine runs evenly without any noticeable misfires. Acoustically, the valve train sounds clean and smooth, with no audible indications of excessive valve clearance or excessive crankshaft axial play. History Ownership history Number of owners: 7 First delivery: Germany Service history Information to follow Documents Vehicle registration certificate available; the original vehicle registration certificate is also available Vehicle registration certificate TÜV report Inspection report: Grade 2 Summary For sale is a 1979 VW Beetle 1303 Cabriolet in metallic green with white leather seats. The 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 50 hp and manual transmission has 106,432 km on the odometer; the mileage history is not fully traceable. The vehicle has been completely repainted and is in good body condition with slight signs of wear; the underbody shows superficial signs of corrosion without any visible rust-through. The white leather seats exhibit age-related patina with creasing and fine cracks. An expert report with a grade of 2 is available. The vehicle is registered and ready to drive immediately. TÜV valid until October 2027, H-license plate. A characterful classic in an appealing color combination for enthusiasts of open-top Volkswagen classic cars.