Volkswagen - Fastback 1600TLE - 1970
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Volkswagen Fastback 1600TLE from 1970, finished in grey, with an automatic petrol engine of 54 hp and matching numbers and colours, located in France with French registration and a full service history.
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GENERAL:
This Volkswagen Fastback 1600 TLE Type 3 was first registered in April 1970 and presents itself in an undamaged, excellent condition. The coupe (2/3-door) is finished in the distinctive Chinchilla L70F color, features a French registration, and is powered by a 54 hp petrol engine. It is a garage-kept vehicle that has only been driven in good weather, which is reflected in its low mileage: in the past 12 months, the car was only driven 1,600 km, and since 2019, the total mileage amounts to just 8,500 km. This VW is a real head-turner that is completely ready to enjoy, and it is well worth seeing up close and in person.
BODYWORK & PAINT:
The bodywork is in great condition, with no holes, no damage, and absolutely no rust. The car is equipped with steel sports rims featuring stainless steel trim rings. As special accessories, the vehicle features a genuine VW stone chip protection guard as well as aluminum sheet wheel arch inserts (inner fenders) at the front manufactured by Lokari.
TECHNICAL:
Technically, this VW runs flawlessly and requires no work at all. The automatic transmission runs smooth, pulls very well, and has no issues. A special technical highlight is the Bosch D-Jetronic electronic gasoline injection, which is celebrated as the first mass-produced gasoline injection system in the world. The mechanics have been thoroughly maintained over the years, including a full engine overhaul at 140,000 km and a gearbox overhaul at 180,000 km. The most recent oil change was just completed in April 2026, and the technical control (French road inspection) was successfully passed in June 2025.
INTERIOR:
The interior stands out with its rare special equipment in Gala Red, which covers the driver and passenger seats (both equipped with headrests), the back seat, and the red interior door paneling. Additional interior features include a heated rear window, a contemporary Kamei storage accessory located under the dashboard, and a classic Blaupunkt radio and cassette player.
DOCUMENTS:
The car comes with a full service history documenting its life since leaving the factory. This includes the original car registration document, original car manuals, and all receipts and road control tests. A VW Certificate is present to confirm all original codes and extras, and a full appraisal by the German government's TÜV from 2019 is available. As a unique piece of history, this specific VW was used as a test vehicle in the December 13, 2012 issue of Classicars magazine. The original magazine is included with the documents and can be seen in the photos.
AFHALING:
The VW is located in 06600 Antibes, France, near Nice. A personal viewing and test drive in person is highly recommended to appreciate the vehicle fully. Please note that this is a private sale, meaning no warranty or returns are offered.
OVERIGE INFORMATIE:
This car truly has to be seen and driven, as the bodywork is in great condition and the automatic transmission runs remarkably smooth. The combination of the early fuel injection system, automatic gearbox, and striking red interior makes this Type 3 a very rare and highly collectible classic.
GENERAL:
This Volkswagen Fastback 1600 TLE Type 3 was first registered in April 1970 and presents itself in an undamaged, excellent condition. The coupe (2/3-door) is finished in the distinctive Chinchilla L70F color, features a French registration, and is powered by a 54 hp petrol engine. It is a garage-kept vehicle that has only been driven in good weather, which is reflected in its low mileage: in the past 12 months, the car was only driven 1,600 km, and since 2019, the total mileage amounts to just 8,500 km. This VW is a real head-turner that is completely ready to enjoy, and it is well worth seeing up close and in person.
BODYWORK & PAINT:
The bodywork is in great condition, with no holes, no damage, and absolutely no rust. The car is equipped with steel sports rims featuring stainless steel trim rings. As special accessories, the vehicle features a genuine VW stone chip protection guard as well as aluminum sheet wheel arch inserts (inner fenders) at the front manufactured by Lokari.
TECHNICAL:
Technically, this VW runs flawlessly and requires no work at all. The automatic transmission runs smooth, pulls very well, and has no issues. A special technical highlight is the Bosch D-Jetronic electronic gasoline injection, which is celebrated as the first mass-produced gasoline injection system in the world. The mechanics have been thoroughly maintained over the years, including a full engine overhaul at 140,000 km and a gearbox overhaul at 180,000 km. The most recent oil change was just completed in April 2026, and the technical control (French road inspection) was successfully passed in June 2025.
INTERIOR:
The interior stands out with its rare special equipment in Gala Red, which covers the driver and passenger seats (both equipped with headrests), the back seat, and the red interior door paneling. Additional interior features include a heated rear window, a contemporary Kamei storage accessory located under the dashboard, and a classic Blaupunkt radio and cassette player.
DOCUMENTS:
The car comes with a full service history documenting its life since leaving the factory. This includes the original car registration document, original car manuals, and all receipts and road control tests. A VW Certificate is present to confirm all original codes and extras, and a full appraisal by the German government's TÜV from 2019 is available. As a unique piece of history, this specific VW was used as a test vehicle in the December 13, 2012 issue of Classicars magazine. The original magazine is included with the documents and can be seen in the photos.
AFHALING:
The VW is located in 06600 Antibes, France, near Nice. A personal viewing and test drive in person is highly recommended to appreciate the vehicle fully. Please note that this is a private sale, meaning no warranty or returns are offered.
OVERIGE INFORMATIE:
This car truly has to be seen and driven, as the bodywork is in great condition and the automatic transmission runs remarkably smooth. The combination of the early fuel injection system, automatic gearbox, and striking red interior makes this Type 3 a very rare and highly collectible classic.
Details
Brand
Volkswagen
Model type
Fastback 1600TLE
Year
1970
Located in
France
Mileage reading
208000 km
Registration papers
with French registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Grey
Horse power
54
Cubic capacity
1600
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
Yes
Valid MOT
Yes
Date until valid MOT
May 31, 2030
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
Yes
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear
Vehicle registration
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
