Volkswagen Käfer 1303 (1974)
Volkswagen Beetle 1303 (1974), very attractive color, owned by current owner for over 12 years, H license plate
Overview
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Kickdown's Take
by Moritz NiemannThe Beetle continues to have many admirers and is always a good choice. This well-maintained model impresses with its attractive exterior color. It has also been in the hands of its current owner for quite some time. This Beetle is therefore perfect for beginners or VW fans!
A 1974 VW Beetle 1303 is for sale in golden brown with light brown fabric upholstery.
Highlights:
- Very attractive color combination
- Interior in well-maintained original condition
- Owned by current owner for over 12 years
- Older appraisal with a grade of 2 available
- Regularly passed TÜV inspection without defects
- H license plate
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1974
- First registration: Germany, 09/1974
- Location: 32657 Lemgo, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: 6 according to registration document (owned by seller since 2013)
- No known accidents
- Registered
- H license plate
- TÜV until August 2026
- Ready to drive
Model history
The VW Beetle, officially known as the VW Type 1, was built from 1938 onwards and over the decades became a symbol of the German economic miracle. Originally conceived as a "people's car," little remained of the initial designs over the decades—except for the basic concept: an air-cooled boxer engine in the rear, unmistakable shape, and robust technology. With over 21 million units produced, the Beetle became the most-built car of its time. The 1303 Cabriolet, which was produced until 1980, is now a particularly sought-after classic.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Gold brown
- Interior: light brown fabric upholstery, well-maintained condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Repainted: Repainting cannot be ruled out
Engine and transmission:
- 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with 44 hp (32 kW)
- Manual transmission
- Last service: August 2024
Mileage:
- Mileage: 30,258 km (read from the odometer, which only has five digits), actual mileage probably 130,258 km
- Mileage verifiable: partially
Documentation:
- German vehicle documents
- TÜV reports
- Expert opinion (05/2013, grade 2)
Tires, bodywork, and underbody:
- Tires: approx. 5,000 kilometers driven, but over 5 years old
- Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition, no rust holes known
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
- Two small dents on the body
- Otherwise, no defects are known
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Summary:
For sale is a well-maintained 1974 VW Beetle 1303 in golden brown with light brown interior. The vehicle has been in its current ownership since 2013 and is registered and ready to drive. The car is well maintained and impresses with its beautiful color combination. The interior is in its original condition. An older appraisal certifies the car's condition as grade 2. Overall, this classic offers an interesting opportunity for lovers of air-cooled Volkswagens – with potential for further maintenance or immediate driving pleasure.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection



Comments of this past auction
Wann wurde denn der letzte Ölwechsel durchgeführt? Dem am Motor angehängten Zettel ist zu entnehmen, dass 2020 das letzte Mal war.
Hallo Simon Persigehl, der letzte Ölwechsel wurde vor knapp zwei Jahren im Rahmen des TÜV durchgeführt. Beste Grüße Dein Kickdown-Team
Technik: Mit über 21,5 Millionen Fahrzeugen war der Käfer das meistverkaufte Automobil der Welt, bevor er im Juni 2002 vom VW Golf übertroffen wurde. Nach den Werksferien im August 1972 wurde zum Modelljahr 1973 der 1303 eingeführt, dessen Technik der des 1302 entsprach. Nach einer geplanten, aber nie in Kraft getretenen US-Vorschrift, der zufolge die Frontpassagiere bei einem Unfall nicht mit dem Gesicht gegen die Scheibe prallen durften, erhielt das Modell 1303 eine weit nach vorn gewölbte Windschutzscheibe. Außerdem gehörte eine Lüftungsanlage mit zweistufig regelbarem Gebläse zur Ausstattung. Eine Drehstromlichtmaschine ersetzte die bis dahin verwendete Gleichstromlichtmaschine. Der letzte Käfer aus Wolfsburg lief am 1. Juli 1974 nach 11.916.519 dort produzierten Exemplaren vom Band. Die Produktion wurde auf den VW Golf I umgestellt. Gleichzeitig stellte VW in Deutschland die Weiterentwicklung des Käfers ein. LG Tom