MP Lafer (1979)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment conducted
  • 177 photos
  • Video including ride-along
  • Classic Analytics evaluation with a grade of 1- available
  • Previously owned, a fully overhauled Trike Buggy Kübel with a 1600 cc engine was installed

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1979
  • Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 54 hp
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Exterior color: Red
  • Interior: Black faux leather upholstery
  • TÜV valid until 04/2027, H-license plate
  • Features:
  • Dual carburetor system
  • Chrome sports air filter

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is red
  • No repainting is known, but cannot be ruled out
  • The paint and body are in good condition; there are slight signs of wear due to age
  • The side windows have been removed, along with the unsightly window frames
  • There is no known rust
  • The tires have good tread

  Interior

  • The car features a black leather-look interior
  • The interior is in very good condition, clean and well-maintained
  • High-quality Nardi Torino wood-trimmed steering wheel

  Mechanics

  • The MP Lafer is ready to drive immediately, but is currently not registered
  • The air-cooled VW boxer engine idles smoothly and steadily with its characteristic sound
  • Throttle response is immediate; the engine revs up cleanly and runs flawlessly
  • There are no known technical defects
  • Last maintenance: major service in 05/2026

  History

  Ownership history

  • 2022 to present: Current owner
  • Year of first delivery and total number of owners unknown

  Service history

  • 2026: Major service
  • 2011: Installation of a completely rebuilt replacement engine by the previous owner

  Documents

  • Invoices (Images 165, 166)
  • TÜV report (Images 167 to 169, 171, 173, 177)
  • Vehicle registration certificate (Image 170) & Vehicle title (Image 172)
  • Classic Analytics rating: Grade 1-

  Summary

  For sale is a 1979 MP Lafer in red with a manual transmission. The vehicle has a recorded mileage of 44,741 kilometers, TÜV valid until 04/2027, and an H-license plate. Notable technical features include the fully overhauled 1,600-cc replacement engine, which was installed by the previous owner in 2011, complemented by a dual-carburetor system and a chrome sports air filter. The last major service was performed in May 2026. The body is in good condition with slight signs of wear, while the interior is described as very good, clean, and well-maintained. The side windows have been removed along with the unsightly window frames. With its distinctive appearance and classic charm, this MP Lafer offers an interesting opportunity for enthusiasts.