1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

31,500 Original Miles | White Convertible Top | Fuel Injected

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LOT #

240313944

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1582021457
Lot Number:
240313944
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
31,500 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1.6L
Drive Type:
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Blue
Interior Color:
White
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New Jersey
  • 1978 MY Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  • 1584cc engine
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • White convertible top
  • Fuel injected
  • Current owner reports new bumpers
  • Current owner reports new exhaust system
  • Current owner reports recent tune up
  • Current owner reports new plugs
  • Current owner reports new wires
  • Current owner reports new distributor cap
  • Front & rear independent suspension with torsion bars

Overview of 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible For Sale by Owner

The humble Volkswagen Beetle can mean many things to many people. Originally conceived as simple, almost utilitarian transport for the masses, its timeless design and dependable reliability catapulted the VW Bug into a much more significant role. You’ll find some Beetles setting world-record auction prices, others tearing up the race tracks in historic events, and still more being used as blank canvases for those who like to harness the many customization options on offer. There are, of course, many different body styles of Volkswagen Beetle on offer, too. And one of the most desirable is pictured for sale here. This 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is a perfect example of just how wide the “people’s car” appeal stretches. Having undergone a mild restoration with multiple new parts reported, this VW Beetle Convertible is ready to make waves in the classic car scene.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this Volkswagen Beetle is finished in a deep shade of blue, with a contrasting white convertible top, so that onlookers make no mistake of this bug’s most desirable attribute. The Beetle rides on period-correct 165R15 tires, which wrap 15-inch steel wheels with the classic VW chrome hubcaps. Other notable chrome additions are the signature Beetle bumpers, which the owner reports have been sourced new. Inside the cabin of the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, you’ll find white upholstery to match the soft top, including door cards and seats. A large-rimmed four-spoke steering wheel greets the driver, featuring the classic Wolfsburg logo in its center. Behind the steering wheel, you’ll find a single VDO gauge that houses the speedometer (with indications in both mph and km/h), odometer, and fuel level.

Engine

Under the rear-mounted hood, you’ll find one of the more sought-after engines to be fitted to the Beetle. This 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible comes with a fuel-injected 1,584cc engine. It’s one of the last air-cooled horizontally opposed engines offered by Volkswagen and, when new, it output 48 hp at 4,200 rpm. The engine has also received recent minatance, including a tune-up, along with new spark plugs, new plug wires, and a new distributor cap. Power is handled by a four-speed manual transmission. This being a later-model Beetle also means the car benefits from a more sophisticated suspension system, featuring independent front and rear suspension with torsion bars.

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