Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Cabriolet 1957 - Recently, a lot of technical maintenance was carried out - Rare Type 1 Beetle Cabriolet - Original condition - Unique colour scheme. The Volkswagen Beetle had a number of influencers and collaborators, including engineer Josef Ganz, who is often credited with the origin of the concept. At that time he was already contributing to the development of Daimler-Benz and BMW cars, and his 1934 'Standard Superior' had a similar shape and appearance to the 'Bug'. Ganz was not popular in Germany and the project was assigned to Ferdinand Porsche, who then promoted the design. Many of the design cues came from Tatra, an acknowledgement they received after closing a successful court case at the end of the war. The 'Split window' versions were produced until 1953, and the oval window from 1953 to 1957. The engine capacity grew from 1100cc to 1200cc in 1954, with an output of 30 to 36 hp. The 1957 Volkswagen Beetle received tubeless tires for the first time. The horizontally opposed four-cylinder overhead-valve air-cooled engine had a light-alloy block and finned cylinders. It displaced 72.7 cubic inches and produced 36 horsepower. They had a four-speed manual transmission, worm and nut steering, and hydraulic drums on all four corners. Another new addition to the Beetle was the adjustable shutter on each door. The front heater outlets were moved to the rear, which was done to improve heat distribution. This is a 1957 Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet. The previously restored Beetle has a beautiful colour scheme of a grey metallic paint together with a red interior. It is very original and that is also reflected in the paint, which has minor marks. The interior takes you back in time. The red interior together with the white steering wheel, the Ra-Bambu plastic rack under the dashboard and the classic 'Wolfsburg' logos that can be found. From a technical standpoint in very nice condition. Recently, a lot of maintenance was carried, as a result the car now is in beautiful, well-driving technical condition. The Karmann bodywork is still in a neat and original condition but does have some imperfections such as (rust) bubbles under the paint, see photos. The chassis is basically original and not messed up, but it does have rust which requires some attention and work, see the photos of the bottom. Given the market developments of classic Beetles, it is definitely worth optically improving or completely restoring this one! This classic, reliable and cost-efficient Beetle is ready for more years on the road! The car can be viewed in Oldemarkt, the Netherlands. We can arrange transport for you.