This 1959 Ascort TSV 1300 is a rare, one of 16 Volkswagen-based coupé, manufactured in very limited numbers by Continental Coachwork of Sydney, Australia. It was originally powered by a 40kW 1.3-litre Volkswagen flat-four, modified using Okrasa components, paired with a four-speed manual transmission. It has been used as a show car and a hill climb car; it is pictured on the Ascort Wikipedia page at the 2008 South Australian Volksfest on Saint Vincent Street, Port Adelaide, wearing orange racing stripes and the number ‘31’ on the passenger door. It has also featured in various automotive magazines. The car was later restored to its original specification, with the exception of the engine, which is now a 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four from a Porsche 356, commissioned by renowned US 356 specialist Duane Spencer. It has been in the seller’s custody for 17 years. The odometer shows 6,798 miles, though this is not warranted. The Ascort TSV 1300 comprised a mildly modified Volkswagen chassis, fitted with a four-seat fibreglass coupé body based on that of the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. This example is now finished in Brilliant Silver, and it rides on a set of Porsche 356 15-inch wheels with chrome hubcaps and mixed Continental and Bridgestone tyres. The cabin is trimmed in red vinyl, and features a cream two-spoke Porsche steering wheel and a Blaupunkt radio. It is also equipped with Porsche 356-specification brakes. Accompanying the vehicle will be a raft of magazine features and other literature, a toolkit, a spare wheel, a record of its service history, and a scale model of the car. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the rear fibreglass bumper has previously been fractured. The most recent service was completed by Trim’d Speed in March 2024 at an indicated 6,760 miles. The car was recommissioned in August 2022 by RSR Sports Cars after several years of storage. It was resprayed in June 2022 by Marz and Cars. This 1959 Ascort TSV 1300 is a rare Volkswagen-based coupé, manufactured in very limited numbers by Continental Coachwork of Sydney, Australia. Having been used as a show car, a drag racer, and a hill climb car, it was featured in various magazines, before being restored to its original specification. It would make a desirable and rare addition to any collection of Australian classics. 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.