Volkswagen Beetle 1200 L special model Aubergine LG4U only 26,000 km (1983)

Vehicle description

Model history:

By the end of the 1950s, the VW Beetle was already looking back on an existence that had led to two generation changes for other models. Not so with the Type 1, which continued to be built stoically over all decades with a crank-arm front axle and swinging rear axle, apart from the 1302 and 1303 Beetles. All assemblies underwent cosmetic changes, usually several times, and engine output grew from 30 to 34 to 50 hp. Those who think of the Beetle usually have the 1200 in mind; the model designation 1200 is due to its displacement. In 1955, Volkswagen celebrated one million Beetles, the worldwide Beetle production ended only in 2003 with over 21.5 million vehicles built.

General information about the vehicle:

The VW Beetle offered here from the year of construction 1983 is the special model "Aubergine", which was issued by VW on the basis of the 1200. The first registration of this Beetle with the VIN WVWZZ11ZDM014956 took place in Vienna, in 2008 the 1200 was then immobilized until the car was then inherited by the grandson of the first owner: This second owner drove the VW Beetle Aubergine only on special occasions and meetings, which also explains the low mileage. In addition, a partially kept checkbook can also be presented, which is attached to the history of the VW Beetle. In June 2022 a new MOT inspection (valid until June 2024) took place and an H-certificate was granted to the car. Further worth mentioning are the given Matching Numbers to this vehicle.

Exterior color/paint/body:

Optically this VW Beetle 1200 Aubergine captivates by its according to information of the salesman accident-free condition as well as apparently according to salesman the original lac

As the special model name "Aubergine" already reveals, the paint of this Beetle presents itself in the color "Aubergine Metallic" (color code LG4U) held. Other distinguishing features of this special model were the silver decorative stripes running along the left and right sides of the body. In addition, the bumpers were chrome-plated. All chrome elements on the vehicle are in complete as well as shining condition and deviations from the original condition ex factory are obviously not to be recognized.

Exterior Rims/Brakes/Chassis:

Striking are the steel rims painted in body color, which carry chrome hubcaps and on which tires with a condition of 70-90% are mounted

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Also 70-90% of the condition show the brakes of the VW Beetle according to the seller. Chassis-technically no inconsistencies can be moniert.

Interior:

Color-matching to the exterior color and thus to the Aubergine special model presents itself the interior with cloth seats and leatherette door panels in the color Aubergine. The 4-spoke steering wheel is in black and the footwell carpet is in a light color. The special equipment of this special model includes the radio Brunswick. In addition to the side windows, which can be rolled down, the triangular windows also provide fresh air. Rough damages, missing parts or deviations from the original condition are not to be mentioned in the interior of this VW Beetle according to statements of the seller. For an exact overview of the interior, we refer to the other photos - also the videos convey a good condition assessment.

Mileage:

On the only round instrument in the Beetle dashboard is also the speedometer reading: This one is only 26,072 kilometers. According to the seller's information, this very low mileage can be proven by the verifiable history and the partially kept checkbook. All instruments, controls and displays in the interior function perfectly.

Engine

The air-cooled four-cylinder boxer engine with 1.2-liter displacement and 34 hp in this model is well-known and tried and tested

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Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual transmission.

2022, the last service work was carried out on this VW Beetle.

Underbody:

Dry ice blasted and in an immaculate condition according to the seller's statements, the underbody of the VW Beetle can be discovered. According to research, VW produced only 3,300 examples of the special model "Aubergine" - in combination with the extremely low total mileage and the resulting very good overall condition, this VW Beetle 1200 represents a very special specimen. The seller still lets mention that this VW Beetle comes with a warranty of 12 months through the GGG warranty insurance company.

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