Volkswagen Käfer 1200 (1963)
Volkswagen Beetle 1200 in green with Becker radio New service Owned since 2016 (1963)Seller
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Overview
Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
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Model | Käfer 1200 |
Year | 1963 |
Transmission | Manual |
Horsepower | 34 |
Milage | 48.621 km Not or only partially comprehensible. |
Country Version | DE |
Location | DE-18439 Strahlsund |
Color | Green |
Vehicle description
Highlights and general information
For sale is a Volkswagen Beetle 1200 from 1963 in the color green with a black leatherette interior.
Highlights:
- From German first registration, TÜV & H license plate and well-maintained overall condition
- In current ownership, approx. €3,500 has been invested; a new service was carried out in July 2024
- Additional instruments, such as rev counter, are installed
- Owned by the seller since 2016
- With Becker radio
General information about the vehicle
- Year of construction: 1963
- Conversion of a '63 Beetle to the pictured window and the smaller rear lights
- First registration: Germany, 11/1963
- Location: 18439 Stralsund, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: 10 vehicle owners (owned by the seller since 2016)
- Partially restored
- Accident-free in current ownership
- Licensed
- H license plate
- TÜV until 09/26
- Ready to drive immediately
Model history
At the end of the 1950s, the VW Beetle was already looking back on an existence that had led to two generation changes in other models. Not so with the Type 1, which continued to be built stoically over the decades with a crankshaft front axle and swing rear axle, apart from the 1302 and 1303 Beetles. All assemblies underwent cosmetic changes, usually several times; the engine output increased from 30 to 34 to 50 hp. When people think of the Beetle, they usually have the 1200 in mind; the model designation 1200 is due to its engine capacity. In 1955, Volkswagen celebrated one million Beetles; worldwide Beetle production only ended in 2003 with over 21.5 million vehicles built.
The facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Green
- Interior with black artificial leather upholstery
- Repainting cannot be ruled out
Engine and transmission:
- 1.2-liter boxer engine with 34 hp
- Manual gearbox
- Last engine service 07/2024
Mileage:
- 48,621 km (read off)
- The mileage can be partially traced
- No checkbook available
Documentation:
- (German) vehicle documents, MOT and service reports, invoices
Tires, brakes, body & underbody:
- Tires: 70-90 %
- Brakes: 70-90 %
- Bodywork: good condition
- Underbody: good condition - welded and preserved
- Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects
- Minor, light scratches are present
- Seat surface of the driver's seat with a small crack
- Rubber seals partially porous
- Trunk with stone chips
- Trunk frame cracked and with rust
- Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Summary of the vehicle
Overall, the VW Beetle 1200 from 1963 offered here is in good condition. The iconic car comes in an elegant green color paired with a black leatherette interior. It has been in the seller's possession since 2016 and has always been treated with care. Although it shows minor signs of use, this Beetle is a well-maintained example that impresses with both its history and its current condition. Furthermore, it is immediately ready to drive with current TÜV, registration and an H license plate.
Vehicle videos
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Verkaufsbedingungen Stand: (19.12.2022)Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Matching numbers
- Current service performed
Frequently asked questions about our auctions
The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.
Comments of this past auction
Technik: Es ist ein Geräusch, so unverwechselbar wie die Käfer-Silhouette: es sirrt, es zirpt, es raschelt, ist überlagert von beruhigendem Gebläserauschen – eine Euphonie, die jahrzehntelang unsere Mobilität untermalte, die in jenen Jahren Begleitmusik war für Unabhängigkeit und für wachsenden Wohlstand. Seit den späten 40er Jahren und noch in den frühen 80ern des vergangenen Jahrhunderts prägte der unverwechselbare Käfer-Sound die Geräuschkulisse deutscher Straßen. Und auch andernorts war der luftgekühlte Käfer-Boxer Leitinstrument im lärmenden Verkehrs-Konzert. Ich muss gestehen das ich hier vorbelastet bin denn mein erstes Auto 1978 war wie bei vielen ein VW Käfer! LG Tom