Volkswagen - Kever 1303 - 1978
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Selected by Arjan Rietveld
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Estimate € 25,000 - € 28,000
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Volkswagen Kever 1303 Cabriolet, built in 1978, wears a black exterior with a beige interior, has a manual transmission and petrol engine, 1600 cc, 50 hp, 99,933 km, located in the Netherlands with Dutch registration, chassis 1582039422, engine AS573445, with a full service history and a new cabriolet roof installed in 2025, matching colours, CoC not present and MOT not valid.
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Description from the seller
This fine Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabriolet from 1978 is offered in a stylish and timeless combination of black exterior with a beige interior.
The Beetle is one of the most recognizable classic cars in the world. In cabriolet form, the characteristic design gains an extra dimension: driving with the roof down gives this Volkswagen a wonderfully classic appearance and makes every ride special.
This 1303 Cabriolet is in a neatly maintained condition and is well cared for both aesthetically and technically. The car runs and shifts well and is fitted with a new convertible roof. (2025)
The combination of the black bodywork with the beige interior gives the car an elegant look. It is a classic color scheme that superbly complements the character of this Volkswagen.
Exterior
The body is finished in black. All chrome is in beautiful condition, door, boot lid, and hood gaps are as they should be, which makes the classic lines of the cabriolet stand out nicely.
The car is equipped with a new convertible roof, a major plus for using the car. With the roof down, the typical Cabriolet character is fully realized.
Interior
The interior is finished in beige and forms a beautiful contrast with the black exterior.
The color combination gives the Beetle a warm and classic look and makes it especially suitable for relaxed touring trips and summer drives.
Technical and driving behavior
The Volkswagen drives and shifts well.
The well-known Volkswagen technology and the relatively simple character of the Beetle make this car ideally suited to actually driving. With the 1600cc engine, the Beetle easily keeps up with everyday traffic, and in terms of safety it is well equipped, featuring disc brakes on the front wheels.
The tires (with matching white sidewalls) are as good as new.
This Beetle is therefore not only interesting as a classic to look at, but primarily as a car to enjoy.
Valuation
It is an original Dutch-delivered Beetle (no import).
In addition to the appraisal report, there is a stack of invoices showing that this car has been treated with a lot of love and care.
There is an appraisal value of €25,000, established on August 2, 2023.
After the appraisal, several things were addressed, including a new cabriolet roof installed (2025) and maintenance received attention. In short, ready to enjoy.
For Dutch buyers, the car can be provided with a new APK inspection.
This provides an interesting reference for current enthusiasts and collectors.
We can assist with export documents and transportation.
This fine Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabriolet from 1978 is offered in a stylish and timeless combination of black exterior with a beige interior.
The Beetle is one of the most recognizable classic cars in the world. In cabriolet form, the characteristic design gains an extra dimension: driving with the roof down gives this Volkswagen a wonderfully classic appearance and makes every ride special.
This 1303 Cabriolet is in a neatly maintained condition and is well cared for both aesthetically and technically. The car runs and shifts well and is fitted with a new convertible roof. (2025)
The combination of the black bodywork with the beige interior gives the car an elegant look. It is a classic color scheme that superbly complements the character of this Volkswagen.
Exterior
The body is finished in black. All chrome is in beautiful condition, door, boot lid, and hood gaps are as they should be, which makes the classic lines of the cabriolet stand out nicely.
The car is equipped with a new convertible roof, a major plus for using the car. With the roof down, the typical Cabriolet character is fully realized.
Interior
The interior is finished in beige and forms a beautiful contrast with the black exterior.
The color combination gives the Beetle a warm and classic look and makes it especially suitable for relaxed touring trips and summer drives.
Technical and driving behavior
The Volkswagen drives and shifts well.
The well-known Volkswagen technology and the relatively simple character of the Beetle make this car ideally suited to actually driving. With the 1600cc engine, the Beetle easily keeps up with everyday traffic, and in terms of safety it is well equipped, featuring disc brakes on the front wheels.
The tires (with matching white sidewalls) are as good as new.
This Beetle is therefore not only interesting as a classic to look at, but primarily as a car to enjoy.
Valuation
It is an original Dutch-delivered Beetle (no import).
In addition to the appraisal report, there is a stack of invoices showing that this car has been treated with a lot of love and care.
There is an appraisal value of €25,000, established on August 2, 2023.
After the appraisal, several things were addressed, including a new cabriolet roof installed (2025) and maintenance received attention. In short, ready to enjoy.
For Dutch buyers, the car can be provided with a new APK inspection.
This provides an interesting reference for current enthusiasts and collectors.
We can assist with export documents and transportation.
Details
Brand
Volkswagen
Model type
Kever 1303
Year
1978
Located in
Netherlands
Mileage reading
99933 km
Registration papers
with Dutch registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Black
Horse power
50
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
Yes
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Engine number
AS573445
Chassis number
1582039422
Condition (Paint & body)
Excellent: requiring no conventional body or paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Excellent: no missing, broken, or damaged parts that require replacement
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.
