1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
Super Beetle Convertible
The first year of the Super Beetle, bodied as a convertible by Karmann — with the rebuilt engine, new floor pans, and brake work already paid for.
1971 was the debut year of the Super Beetle, which replaced the Beetle’s old torsion-beam front end with MacPherson struts — a genuine improvement in ride and front luggage space over the standard car. This one is a convertible, which means the body was built by Karmann in Osnabrück rather than on Volkswagen’s own line. It is finished in bright yellow and shows 60,595 indicated miles.
Power comes from a 1.6L air-cooled flat-four driving the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual, mounted behind the rear axle in the classic Volkswagen layout. The engine was rebuilt and resealed within the last 24 months and the car runs smoothly.
Recent Work
- Engine rebuilt and resealed
- New floor pans installed
- Gas lines replaced
- Brake lines replaced
- Comprehensive brake work completed
- New shifter
- New carpeting
Floor pans and brake lines are the two jobs that quietly sink air-cooled Volkswagen budgets, and both have been addressed here. The convertible top is in good condition and ready for top-down driving.
Odometer
This vehicle is equipped with a five-digit odometer. Mileage is represented as indicated, not as actual, and total accumulated mileage cannot be verified. Buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle and request all available documentation prior to purchase.
Specifications
| Mileage | 60,595 indicated |
| Engine | 1.6L air-cooled flat-four |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Exterior | Yellow |
| Body Style | 2-door convertible |
| Coachwork | Karmann, Osnabrück |
| Seating | 4 passengers |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Stock Number | 010 |
| Title | Clean |
| VIN | 1512744114 |
Available for inspection and test drive at High Noon Luxury Motors in Georgetown, Texas. Call or text (737) 510-7728 to schedule an appointment.
Vehicle Specifications
- First Model Year of the Super Beetle
- Karmann-Bodied Convertible
- 1.6L Air-Cooled Flat-Four Engine
- 4-Speed Manual Transmission
- Rear-Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
- MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Convertible Soft Top in Good Condition
- Rebuilt and Resealed Engine
- New Floor Pans
- New Gas Lines
- New Brake Lines
- Comprehensive Brake Work
- New Shifter
- New Carpeting