1958 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

OVERVIEW

This 1958 Volkswagen Beetle is powered by a 1.2-liter flat four-cylinder mated to a four-speed manual transaxle. Features include a four-inch narrowed front beam, a Thermador car cooler, rear window louvers, a Vintage Speed roof rack, and an under-dashboard parcel shelf. Finished in Coral Red over a tan and beige vinyl interior, this Beetle comes from the selling dealer with invoices, receipts, a certificate from the Stiftung AutoMuseum Volkswagen confirming the production date and equipment, the removed original wheels with Coker whitewall tires, chrome VW hubcaps, the removed original front beam, and a clear Missouri title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The exterior was refinished in Coral Red in the late 1980s. Features include chrome bumpers, glass-covered Hella headlights, chrome swan-neck rearview mirrors, an additional driver-side mirror, a cowl-mounted antenna, a Vintage Speed wood-slat roof rack, black running boards, mudflaps, and an accessory rear stop light. The selling dealer states that blemishes and spider cracks are present on the rear apron and rust is present in certain areas. A walk-around video can be seen below.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of copper-plated 15-inch steel wheels is wrapped in recently replaced 165/50 front and 195/65 rear radial tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The front bucket seats, rear seat, trim, and door panels are upholstered in tan and beige vinyl. Features include manual brakes and steering, manual windows, Coral Red interior metal surfaces, an under-dashboard parcel shelf, rear window blinds, a floor-mounted shifter, an AM radio, and a three-spoke banjo steering wheel with a nonfunctional horn.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

An 80-mph speedometer is located ahead of the driver. The odometer reads 55,754 miles, but the true mileage on this vehicle is unknown.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by a 1.2-liter flat four-cylinder mated to a four-speed manual transaxle. According to the selling dealer, service performed under previous ownership included an engine oil change and the installation of new spark plugs.

UNDERCARRIAGE

This Volkswagen is equipped with a four-inch narrowed independent front suspension beam and an independent rear drive transaxle. Braking is provided by manual four-wheel drums. The exhaust exits at the rear through dual outlets. The selling dealer states that the brake system was serviced under previous ownership.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The selling dealer will include a certificate from the Stiftung AutoMuseum Volkswagen verifying the factory colors, production dates, and equipment as part of the sale. Receipts and invoices, the removed original wheels with Coker whitewall tires, chrome VW hubcaps, and the removed original front beam will also be included with the purchase of the car.