This Volkswagen Beetle is a characterful air-cooled classic, featuring the desirable oval rear window. It is powered by a period-correct replacement 1.2-litre flat-four, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. This Beetle was originally delivered to South Africa, before being exported to Australia in May 2022. The car underwent a body-off refurbishment prior to its export, where the entire floor pan was treated and sprayed, along with all exterior and interior panels. The upholstery was re-trimmed, and the fuel tank and seat rails were powder-coated. The five-digit odometer indicates 41,817 miles, though it is understood to be broken, and the total mileage from new is not known. The car is finished in white over a grey vinyl-trimmed cabin, fitted with a body-coloured dashboard and twin-tone door cards. It rides on a set of 15-inch steel wheels with chrome covers and Davanti tyres. The specification includes side-mounted semaphores and opening front quarter light windows, and it has also been fitted with a colour-matched Vintage Speed roof rack. Accompanying the sale are the import and approval documents, and a spare wheel. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the glovebox insert is missing; there is a slight oil leak. The car passed a roadworthiness inspection in May 2024. A new battery was installed in May 2024, after which the car has reportedly been kept on a trickle charger when not in use. Lou’s A1 Services carried out the last service, which included tuning the engine, repairing the brakes, servicing the cylinder heads, and replacing the engine oil, gaskets, spark plugs, wheel cylinders, axle boots, gear shifter coupling, brake shoes, gearbox oil, and front wheel bearings. Prior to this, VW King serviced the car in October 2022, which included repairing the left-hand rear light and horn, and replacing the fuel pump, filter, coil, generator, wiper blades, wiper arms, wiper motor, and distributor. This is a charming example of the ever-popular Volkswagen Beetle, which was introduced in 1938 and continued in production for a remarkable 65 years. Featuring the sought-after oval rear window, it could be enjoyed as-is, or form the basis for a total restoration. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details.