MP Lafer (1979)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 177 photos
  • Video including ride-along
  • Inspection report with a grade of 2 available
  • A fully rebuilt Trike Buggy Kübel 1600 cc engine was installed by the previous owner.

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1979
  • First registration: Information to follow
  • 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:
  • Partial keyless start
  • Twin carburetor system
  • Chrome sports air filter

  Condition

  Exterior

  • The car is painted red.
  • No repainting is known.
  • Minor paint defects on the left side (Image 81)
  • The side windows were removed along with the unsightly window frames.
  • There is no known rust.

  Interior

  • The car has a black leather-look interior.
  • The interior is in very good condition, clean and well-maintained.
  • High-quality Nardi Torino wood 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 shows no visible blue exhaust smoke.
  • The engine was replaced in 2011 and, as seen in the photos, is in very good condition.
  • Last maintenance: major service in 05/2026

  History

  Ownership history

  • Number of owners: Information to follow

  Service history

  • 2026: Major service
  • 2011: Installation of a fully 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 car appraisal (Images 174–176)

  Summary

  For sale is a 1979 MP Lafer in red with a manual transmission. The vehicle has 44,741 kilometers on the odometer, is TÜV-certified until 04/2027, and has 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 minor 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.