In 44 years, the convertible Volkswagen Beetle has traveled only 2 kilometers. The vehicle has been kept in the garage and is like new.
A 1979 Volkswagen Beetle convertible was sold at the Car and Classic auction in the UK. At first glance, they paid 49,500 pounds ($60,000) for an ordinary car. This was reported on the auction house’s website.
Such a high price is due to the excellent condition of the Volkswagen Beetle – it is called a time capsule. The vehicle has not been used and has only 2 km on the odometer.
It was possible to establish that the Volkswagen Beetle was placed in the garage immediately after purchase. Dust gathered there for 44 years, but recently the owner of the car died and his heirs decided to sell it.
The “bug” is covered with a layer of dust, but is perfectly preserved. There is no rust on the body and the interior is like new. VW Beetle engine is clean and leak-free. Of course the car has original tires.
It is notable that this was one of the last Volkswagen Beetle convertibles, as the soft-top version was discontinued in 1979. Also, very few right-hand drive cars were produced this year.
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is powered by a 1.6-liter flat four-cylinder engine that produces 50 horsepower. With. It can reach a speed of 130 km/h with a 4-speed manual transmission.
Previously Focus He said that a 50-year-old VAZ station wagon with no mileage was found in Ukraine.
We also wrote about the new condition of the 1969 Ford Mustang.
Source: Focus
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