Description
Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabriolet | 1977
Highlights:
– 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission
– Karmann-built cabriolet body
– 1303 series with curved panoramic windscreen
– Black paintwork with beige soft top
– Beige interior with Karmann-badged door panels
The private seller offers for sale this 1977 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabriolet, powered by a 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in black with a beige soft top, a beige interior and cream-painted wheels, this cabriolet combines a classic colour scheme with the relaxed, open-air charm that has made the Beetle Cabriolet a favourite for decades. The car has been used by the seller as a leisure car, driven for pleasure in his free time, and it comes with a valid roadworthiness inspection.
The cabin features beige seats and door panels carrying the Karmann emblem, contrasting with the black dashboard and steering wheel. The padded soft top folds back onto the rear deck in the traditional Beetle Cabriolet manner, and the rear lid wears the VW 1303 script that marks this as one of the later, more developed cabriolets. Chrome bumpers, the large late-type tail lights and the cream wheels complete the appearance.
The Beetle Cabriolet was built by coachbuilder Karmann in Osnabrück from 1949 until early 1980, making it one of the longest-running open cars of its era, with more than 330,000 examples produced. Karmann reinforced the body and fitted a multi-layer insulated soft top, giving the Cabriolet a level of refinement and craftsmanship that set it apart from the saloon. From the 1973 model year the Cabriolet was based on the 1303, which brought a curved panoramic windscreen, a redesigned dashboard and MacPherson strut front suspension. Remarkably, the Cabriolet continued in production as a 1303 for several years after the 1303 saloon had been discontinued, and it is this final generation that many enthusiasts consider the most usable Beetle Cabriolet.
Behind the seats sits the familiar air-cooled 1.6-litre flat-four, a simple and robust engine known for its characteristic sound and straightforward maintenance, while the MacPherson strut front suspension gives the 1303 more precise handling and a larger front luggage compartment than earlier Beetles. Easy to drive, cheerful in character and timeless in design, this Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabriolet is an attractive way to enjoy classic motoring with the top down.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
