Volkswagen - Kever 1302 LS Cabriolet - 1972
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Selected by Arjan Rietveld
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This 1972 Volkswagen Kever 1302 LS Cabriolet is a red, 1,600 cc petrol car with a manual gearbox and Dutch registration.
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Description from the seller
GENERAL:
A particularly beautiful Volkswagen Beetle 1302 LS Convertible from 1972, a beloved and rare variant of the classic Beetle.
This concerns an original factory Cabriolet, recognizable by the chassis number starting with 15. The LS version combines the distinctive look of the Beetle Cabriolet with the technical improvements of the 1302 series.
The car was imported from Sweden and is now registered in the Netherlands. It is in very neat condition and drives very pleasantly.
An extra special detail is the original mileage, combined with a long ownership history and an extensive restoration story, which can be seen in the detailed documentation. In addition, the Beetle sits on a rare set of KPZ wheels (Kronprinz), which suit the character of this car nicely.
EXTERIOR:
The bodywork is in very neat condition. During the restoration, professional bodywork was performed. It was subsequently repainted in the attractive original color.
The underbody also presents well. After restoration it was painted and given a thin protective layer of Tectyl.
The car has been well maintained and still presents very attractively. As with any classic car, small signs of use cannot be completely ruled out, but the overall impression is well cared for and attractive.
TECHNICAL:
The Beetle 1302 LS is equipped with the 1600 cc air-cooled flat-four engine and features disc brakes at the front. This model offers a pleasant combination of classic Volkswagen technology and improved driving characteristics.
According to the history from the previous owner, the engine was rebuilt in 1988 by Malte Månsson AB. At the same time, among others, the clutch, starter motor, drive shafts, and rear brake drums were replaced.
The braking system was also thoroughly updated at that time, with new brake lines, hoses, brake shoes, discs, and calipers. In addition, among other things, the control arms, shock absorbers, steering ball joints, windshield, and wiper motor were replaced.
The car runs very nicely and was mainly used by the previous owner on beautiful summer days. According to his statement, the car has been driven only about 150 to 200 kilometers per year since the restoration and stood in a garage all year round.
It has therefore been with 1 owner from 1976 through 2026!!!!!!!
INTERIOR:
The interior matches the neat overall condition of this Beetle Cabriolet. The car retains the characteristic appearance of a classic Volkswagen from the early seventies.
Together with the original body color and the unique KPZ wheels, the overall look is an attractive sight for the enthusiast.
DOCUMENTS:
The car was owned in Sweden for many years by the same owner, namely from 1976 through 2026 by one owner, that is 50 years with 1 owner.
He bought the Beetle on 22 July 1976, when the odometer showed less than 50,000 kilometers.
The car was mainly used by his wife until the summer of 1981.
In 1987 an extensive restoration began, after which the car was re-registered in 1994 and returned to the road. At that inspection the odometer indicated 88,600 kilometers.
Since then the Beetle was used, according to the previous owner, only in good summer weather and very little driven. The stated mileage is presented as original and is confirmed by the previous owner who owned it for 50 years.
The Beetle is now equipped with Dutch registration. When selling abroad, the required export documents can be arranged. Transport to the buyer’s home address can also be arranged on request.
GENERAL:
A particularly beautiful Volkswagen Beetle 1302 LS Convertible from 1972, a beloved and rare variant of the classic Beetle.
This concerns an original factory Cabriolet, recognizable by the chassis number starting with 15. The LS version combines the distinctive look of the Beetle Cabriolet with the technical improvements of the 1302 series.
The car was imported from Sweden and is now registered in the Netherlands. It is in very neat condition and drives very pleasantly.
An extra special detail is the original mileage, combined with a long ownership history and an extensive restoration story, which can be seen in the detailed documentation. In addition, the Beetle sits on a rare set of KPZ wheels (Kronprinz), which suit the character of this car nicely.
EXTERIOR:
The bodywork is in very neat condition. During the restoration, professional bodywork was performed. It was subsequently repainted in the attractive original color.
The underbody also presents well. After restoration it was painted and given a thin protective layer of Tectyl.
The car has been well maintained and still presents very attractively. As with any classic car, small signs of use cannot be completely ruled out, but the overall impression is well cared for and attractive.
TECHNICAL:
The Beetle 1302 LS is equipped with the 1600 cc air-cooled flat-four engine and features disc brakes at the front. This model offers a pleasant combination of classic Volkswagen technology and improved driving characteristics.
According to the history from the previous owner, the engine was rebuilt in 1988 by Malte Månsson AB. At the same time, among others, the clutch, starter motor, drive shafts, and rear brake drums were replaced.
The braking system was also thoroughly updated at that time, with new brake lines, hoses, brake shoes, discs, and calipers. In addition, among other things, the control arms, shock absorbers, steering ball joints, windshield, and wiper motor were replaced.
The car runs very nicely and was mainly used by the previous owner on beautiful summer days. According to his statement, the car has been driven only about 150 to 200 kilometers per year since the restoration and stood in a garage all year round.
It has therefore been with 1 owner from 1976 through 2026!!!!!!!
INTERIOR:
The interior matches the neat overall condition of this Beetle Cabriolet. The car retains the characteristic appearance of a classic Volkswagen from the early seventies.
Together with the original body color and the unique KPZ wheels, the overall look is an attractive sight for the enthusiast.
DOCUMENTS:
The car was owned in Sweden for many years by the same owner, namely from 1976 through 2026 by one owner, that is 50 years with 1 owner.
He bought the Beetle on 22 July 1976, when the odometer showed less than 50,000 kilometers.
The car was mainly used by his wife until the summer of 1981.
In 1987 an extensive restoration began, after which the car was re-registered in 1994 and returned to the road. At that inspection the odometer indicated 88,600 kilometers.
Since then the Beetle was used, according to the previous owner, only in good summer weather and very little driven. The stated mileage is presented as original and is confirmed by the previous owner who owned it for 50 years.
The Beetle is now equipped with Dutch registration. When selling abroad, the required export documents can be arranged. Transport to the buyer’s home address can also be arranged on request.
Details
Brand
Volkswagen
Model type
Kever 1302 LS Cabriolet
Year
1972
Located in
Netherlands
Mileage reading
94591 km
Registration papers
with Dutch registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Red
Horse power
50
Cubic capacity
1600
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Engine number
AD420485
Chassis number
1522692220
Condition (Exterior)
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 and 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
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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.
