Volkswagen Coccinelle Type 11 découvrable

Volkswagen Beetle Type 11 Convertible Make: Volkswagen Model: Beetle Type 11 Date of registration: 1970 Mileage: 64,000 km (5 digit counter) The model - The Beetle needs no introduction. It is the first car built by Volkswagen, whose name means "people's car". Designed by the Austrian engineer Ferdinand Porsche, it was produced from 1938 to 2003. - When it was released in 1938, it was an innovative car with its steel monocoque structure bolted to the chassis (not so common at the end of the 1930s), and an aerodynamic line similar to the Tatra of the engineer Hans Ledwinka, with whom Porsche exchanged a lot. - Its longevity and diffusion are unique in the car statistics. In 1972, the Beetle surpassed the record number of models sold held by the Ford T with 21,529,464 units worldwide. - The Beetle was continually updated from the beginning of its post-war production in 1945, with its body slowly changing, its running gear improving and its engine growing. Developments were slow at first, the first major change coming in 1953 with the adoption of a 1192cc engine on the 1200. Export models had upgraded features, hydraulic brakes and synchronized gears, but until as late as 1962, the sedan still had cable brakes and a non-synchronized gearbox. An enlarged window area and ball-and-socket suspensions were the most important changes in 1965. - Powered in its initial version by a 985 cc four-cylinder flat engine developing 25 bhp, the Beetle's technical evolution took the form of repeated but cautious increases in displacement to finally reach 1584 cc and 50 bhp in 1972. - So reliable and easy to live with, the Beetle became an emblematic car, almost eternal... The car - The car we offer for sale dates from 1970. Its 5-digit odometer shows 63,344 km and the car is in good condition. - The specialist did not notice anything worrying during his road test. - We can point out the presence of repair marks, which is normal for a car of this age. - The car shows some non-piercing corrosion on the exhaust system and on the body, which should be mentioned. - This is a type 11 D1, recognizable by its small bumpers and tail lights. - It is equipped with a 1192 cm2 4-cylinder flat engine. It develops 34 horsepower and is mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox. - It is equipped with a large sliding white canvas sunroof. - The car presents well overall, it is a sound vehicle. - For more information, go to the technical sheet, consult the inspection report or contact our team. Score : 84 / 100 Vehicle in good condition. A monument of automotive history.