Volkswagen Käfer Ovalfenster (1957)

For sale is a 1957 VW Beetle with oval windows in white and gray with a black folding roof and brown fabric interior.

Highlights:

• Collector's item, stored in an air-conditioned classic car hall
• Popular oval-window Beetle, only built for 4 years
• Complete renovation completed in 2017
• Appraisal with grade 1-2 (very good condition and market value of €28,500 stated in the appraisal)
• Only 76,000 km mileage
• Very good overall condition
• Classic car registration with H license plate
• Driven little since renovation and treated with great care

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1957
• First registration: Germany, 1957
• Location: 58452 Witten, Germany
• Number of previous owners: 4
• Accident-free in current ownership
• TÜV until 08/2026
• H license plate
• Registered
• Ready to drive

Model history

The VW Beetle with oval windows is a milestone in automotive history. Produced in the 1950s, it is now considered one of the most popular classic car models worldwide. The characteristic oval rear window was only installed between 1953 and 1957, making these models particularly sought after. Thanks to its robust technology and charming appearance, the oval Beetle is now a sought-after collector's item.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: White-gray (original VW color)
• The car was completely repainted during restoration in 2017 (repainted from green to white-gray)
• Interior: Very good condition, restored, clean and well maintained

Engine and transmission:

• Air-cooled four-cylinder boxer engine with 30 hp
• Manual transmission
• Replacement engine: Unknown
• Last service: 08/2024

Mileage:

• 76,000 km (as read)
• Traceability: Partial

Documentation:

• Numerous invoices for the complete refurbishment in 2016/2017 available
• Appraisal report from 2017 (grade 1-2)
• No service history available

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: Replaced 5 years ago, few hundred kilometers driven
• Bodywork: Good condition, only a few minor signs of wear
• Underbody: Good condition with no rust

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

• Headliner around the folding roof with wear

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

A rare and very well-maintained 1957 VW Beetle with oval windows is for sale. The car was extensively refurbished in 2016/2017, is in very good condition, and has a value appraisal with a grade of 1-2. The highlight is the very nice color combination with classic white-gray exterior and restored brown interior. With H license plates and TÜV until August 2026, this vehicle is an attractive collector's item for enthusiasts of classic Volkswagen cars.