1963 Volkswagen Beetle 2146377578 Tweet

One of the 20th centurys most iconic automobiles the Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle transcended its origins as the German Peoples Car going on to become an all-time best-seller and cult classic. Originally conceived by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche the Volkswagen inspired great loyalty and enthusiasm based on its practicality reliability adaptability and affordability.One of the most popular automobiles ever produced Volkswagens iconic Type 1 Beetle sold in the millions and one of the best-loved was the Cabriolet built by Karmann of Osnabrck which also built the svelte little Ghia-styled coupe. The Karmann Cabriolet first appeared in 1949 and this quite popular model remained in production until 1980 with almost 332000 units manufactured. With its fully padded baby-buggy folding fabric top Karmann Cabriolets allowed four occupants reasonably comfortable seating while soaking up the suns rays. Cabriolets were more than simply Beetle sedans with their roof removed; Karmann heavily reinforced and strengthened the sills and lower cowling and added a transverse brace to the floor pan. Cabriolets were also generally better finished than their coupe brethren including such niceties as twin back-seat ashtrays a vanity mirror on the passenger-side sunvisor alloy stone guards on the rear fenders and wheel trim rings.This charming Convertible was completed on October 29 1962 and dispatched to San Francisco California on November 6 1962 finished in Gulf Blue and equipped with white wall tires Silver Beige leatherette upholstery and a Silver Grey soft top. Presented today in its original color of Gulf Blue this West Coast car benefits from a comprehensive restoration under previous ownership to a standard not often seen on the humble Beetle. Notable features include attractive chrome brightwork a checked vinyl convertible top body-color wheels mounted with Coker Classic whitewall tires a Bendix radio and proper six-volt electrics. Accompanying this compelling early example is a Volkswagen Certificate detailing its original specs boot cover full-size spare an extremely rare VW-branded Hazet accessory toolkit complete with its original tools..Few cars on the road today are as instantly recognizable as the iconic Beetle. These wonderful classics provide a fantastic way to enjoy classic motoring and all that accompanies this great hobby. This beautifully restored Convertible bug will no doubt provide loads of smiles to the next lucky owner. Offers welcome and trades considered. For additional details please view this listing directly on our website https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7870-1963-volkswagen-beetle-convertible/