1972 Volkswagen Beetle 1303S

Designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche as a means of mass transportation for a growing and heavily industrialised nation in the mid-1930s, the Volkswagen Beetle survived 64 years of production, enjoying silver screen stardom and phenomenal sales records in the process.

Development of the Beetle was continuous, the original 1100cc model giving way to 1300, 1500 and even 1600 versions in the mid-1960s and early 70’s by which time it also offered, MacPherson struts, double-jointed back axle and front disc brakes lending to far-better performance and a much more user-friendly drive.

Offered here is this faithfully maintained and Japanese delivered 1972 VW Beetle 1303S in its groovy combination of Flipper Blue over a white interior with period correct rally inspired Cibie spotlights giving this Beetle an attitude and stance that could conquer the Monte Carlo Rally.

The 1303 Beetles were a European super beetle but it was the ‘S’ variant that received the dual port 1600 as well as better trimming which really set it apart.

The fresh and original feeling inside is as though the car just rolled off the showroom floor, something that never loses its novelty and the integrated speedo and fuel gauge found only on these later models is a cool quirk too.

Accompanied with its original Japanese service book and 2 sets of keys this international beetle is a combination of simple and bulletproof engineering, coupled with equally simple maintenance, a drive that never fails to put a smile on your face and character that always makes you do a double take.

Fresh from a service a viewing is an absolute must of this tastefully and meticulously kept classic icon.