1977 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic

Super Beetle Convertible Convertible

4-Cylinder

Manual

1572088922

Clear

Gasoline

Presenting this stunning and original, 1977 VW Super Beetle Convertible In Outstanding Overall Condition With NO RESERVE PRICE! Featuring: Original, Rust Free, CA Blue Plate CarOriginal Triple White Color Combination100% Original Paint & Interior Original Owner’s & Service ManualsPeriod Correct 15” VW Alloy WheelsNew Convertible Top CoverLicense Fees Paid through 2016Smog Certificate IncludedMature Owner for the Past 20 YearsMuch More! Please allow time for all 68 GIANT PHOTOS to load and inspect as exceptional, automobiles such as this rarely come along. To view a slideshow of 123 Photos, click this link: http://s746.photobucket.com/user/cars2k/slideshow/1977%20VW%20Super%20Beetle%20Convertible?sort=9 Owning and driving a classic Volkswagen is a lifestyle choice. Clearly, the most characteristic Volkswagen is the immortal Beetle. Herr Porsche's most successful pre-WWII design, it's a timeless machine that defies comparison and classification, built more than 27,000,000 times in 57 years. Whether you are a blue collar worker or a bank director, whether you commute to work or park next to your yacht: you are always stylin' in a Beetle. Even more so in a KARMANN Käfer Kabriolett, the finest, most luxurious, and--short of a Hebmüller-- most desirable Beetle ever conceived. Unlike the Volkswagen sedans, assembly of the Kabrioletts was commissioned early on to Wilhelm Karmann's Karosseriewerke in Osnabrück, right in the heart of the Fatherland, where they were carefully built by specially trained, Old World craftsmen. Like a Rolls Royce Corniche, the VW Cabriolet features a full four-seater configuration, a wonderful, thickly padded convertible top, and an omnipresent attention to detail. What the Cabriolet doesn't have is the Rolls' exorbitantly expensive complexity, thankfully! No wonder then, Bug lovers worldwide were truly heartbroken when it all came to an end on January 30th, 1980, after 31 years of uninterrupted production. The last Cabriolet built, still designated a '79 model, is now prominently displayed at the Volkswagen museum in Wolfsburg. With the average car's lifespan being about a dozen years and its attrition rate often accelerated by careless, second-hand owners, it'd be a nice surprise to find an example of the species that, despite being 38 years old, still shines and sparkles like a late-model. The most likely place to unearth such a rare gem would be Southern California, with its mild climate and large number of open-air enthusiasts. Such an amazing find is the miraculously well preserved example presented for auction here! Still proudly displaying both original-issue, 6-digit, blue-and-yellow California license plates… …this spectacular convertible has always remained in the Golden State. Garaged and pampered by its Lady owner for the past 20 years, the cabriolet is special in more ways than one. Let's go straight in medias res and examine this unique Volkswagen closely. Could this really be the pristine example you've been looking for? When checking out a Bug, the first order of the day is to scrutinize its trunk. Rust and/or accident damage would be in plain view! Original, black cardboard cover is still intact. Spare wheel and bias-ply, whitewall tire look original to the car. Date-coded (3/77) spare wheel. Air valve still properly pressures windshield washer reservoir. Trunk floor is virginal. Looking forward inside the vulnerable front cavity; there are some stains and portions of the original paint have lifted but there is zero rust or collision damage. Original factory-applied paint, no wrinkles or body filler. Inside and out; bone dry and tidy! We continue our inspection underneath the car. A rust-free pan is a must ! Since Karmann hardly applied any undercoating all these years ago, most seams and surfaces are virtually unprotected and prone to attack by the brown cancer. To be 100% rust-free is the single most important trait determining any Bug convertible's true collectability. Some minor oil seepage associated with a 38 year-old Beetle but she doesn't smoke! New fuel pump, brake lines, CV Axles and suspension components verify a well maintained bug. Here, it's as good as it gets! This one's a true, rust-free California native, guaranteed! Not a beach car, mind you, but a dry-stored example that has never seen snow or salty roads. And the good news doesn't end with the Bug's belly. From bottom to top; this wonderful VW Cabriolet is as nice and as original as it gets. Still wearing 100% of its factory applied paint, it never suffered from neglect or corrosion and is as virginally preserved as one could hope for. Its body is rust-free as well, even in areas normally hidden from view. The original factory finish is very glossy and other than a few minor imperfections; like a few chips, dings and scratches, it's ready to be shown with pride, really. Triple White is the most desirable (and collectable), factory Volkswagen color combination. Doors and hoods line up perfectly, further confirming our impression that this fine example could be "the one." Surveying the straight and smooth coachwork today, we marvel at how well this car was preserved over the years. In fact, with little preparation, this fine example of the marquee could be proudly displayed a local car show or Concourse d'Elegance. All four period-correct "sport wheels" feature slightly more aggressive radial tires of the dimension 195/60R15. Let’s look inside this all original interior. The Beetle's interior gives convincing testimony to the car's pampered existence. There are 2 small splits in the original vinyl on the bottom driver’s seat (see above photo). Other than that, the interior is nearly flawless. The original leather wrapped steering wheel and vinyl dash are crack-free and the wood applique does not even show a hint of fading. Late model Super Beetle convertibles could boast a number of improvements over earlier models, such as a fresh air blower fan, heated rear window, adjustable head restraints, 3-point safety belts, and even a spotlight illuminating the heater levers between the seats. This one even has an updated AM/FM stereo with 4 speakers and cassette player (how modern!) Often, it's the small details that make all the difference. Take the felt-lined glovebox with the original tire pressure decal for example. After nearly forty years, it is beautifully preserved! Paperwork includes all services and the original manuals: Owner's and Warranty/Maintenance. You'll hardly ever see all of these small, original details on a "restored" Bug. Ivory interior looks completely original with minimal flaws or discoloration. Roomy rear seat area. Unused, original safety belts. Perfect, ribbed black rubber floor mats. Another popular area of neglect, the space below the rear seat presents itself clean, dry, and unmolested. Note the newer battery and original tire jack: still in its place. A picture tells a thousand words; this all original interior is clean! Let’s have a peak under the decklid. Engine & Mechanical: The car's engine compartment is all original, featuring its factory-installed engine and drivetrain. Speaking of the engine, the original, air-cooled, BOSCH L-Jetronic-injected 1.6-liter, dual port Boxer starts, runs, and sounds like a champ. Very peppy performance is another hallmark of this prestine Bug. The detailed service records - that go with the car - verify meticulous mechanical work which insures that any worn items were attended to. As a result, this Super Beetle is as Super Fit mechanically as it is cosmetically. Yes, any VW can be a very tough and reliable automobile with a bit of preventative maintenance! Best of all - is this Volkswagen just passed strict California emissions which verifies that all the smog equipment operates as it should and the engine is 100% sound. Drivability Driving this Bug is a very enjoyable affair. Its small turning radius, direct handling, good brakes, and quick-to-shift 4-speed trans leave nothing to be desired. Sustained 75-80mph highway speeds are a breeze. The fuel injected engine starts every time, sounds great and feels very powerful. The manual transmission shifts smoothly, the brakes anchor the car securely, in a straight line and without a hint of fading. As soon as the first sunrays appear in your area, you are going to relish open-top motoring, Professor-Porsche-style. Here's a modern car with obvious roots in the 1930s. The big, overstuffed top fits tight as a drum with no leaks or wind noises. The running boards, the wonderfully upright seating position, the invigorating sound of the air-cooled rear engine conspire to make you smile, everytime you drive this exquisitely preserved Cabriolet. Everything works on this VW, from lights and switches to heater fan and back-up lights. Despite its age, the car definitely is ready to be driven anywhere, even across the Country, if that's where you live. Universally loved and cherished, a rust-free, low-mileage classic Beetle convertible such as the one shown here is a valuable collector automobile. It's been over 35 years since the last one rolled off the assembly line, and time can be merciless. This fantastic example has spent the last two decades in a garage; that's almost as good as being inside a vacuum time capsule. Factory stock, well-loved, and sparingly driven, it may just be what the Doctor ordered to cure the cookie-cutter-car-blues. So here’s one that not only survived the ravages of time but is up to any task imaginable. To state it succinctly: This Vee-Dub delivers on its promise! There's but one stumbling block on the way to Beetle Heaven: Original, Immaculate, meticulously maintained, CA rust-free examples have become increasingly hard to find. All the more reason to watch this one closely; Presently, we have a clear, California Title and a Smog Certificate which will be provided to the new owner for transfer. CA license and registration fees have just been paid through June 2016. Local sales tax and DMV transfer fees apply to residents in CA This VW’s present condition and buying terms have been described as accurately as possible. If you have ANY questions or want to arrange a personal or pre-purchase inspection, please email us. You will receive a prompt response. All questions must be answered and all inspections must be completed PRIOR TO BIDDING. Proof of insurance will be required for a test drive. Because this is a 38 year-old car, it is being sold in AS-IS CONDITION and comes with absolutely NO WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. We are proud to have 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK. Bid with confidence, knowing everything represented in this auction is accurate. BIDDERS WITH ZERO OR NEGATIVE FEEDBACK MUST EMAIL US FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO BIDDING OR THEIR BID WILL BE CANCELED. This wonderful 1977 VW Beetle is a true survivor. It never suffered from neglect and is original as one could ever hope for. Offered here with No Reserve, this a great opportunity to purchase a prime example of the World's most acclaimed Cabriolet, the VW Beetle which is sure to remain an outstanding investment for the winning bidder and a joy to drive for many years to come. Thank you, good luck and HAPPY BIDDING!