VW 1303 S Cabriolet Although a few models had already been produced before the war, the real debut of the Beetle Cabriolet began in 1949. Equipped with the same powertrain as the sedan, a 1.1-liter, 25 hp, air-cooled 4-cylinder, the cabriolet shared as many parts as possible with its big sister, in order to keep production costs down. On the other hand, as the factory was working at full capacity to produce the sedan, production of the cabriolet was entrusted to Karmann in Oznabruck. It should be noted that a second manufacturer produced a second version of the cabriolet, quite different in terms of the hood and rear seat, and without the rear side windows. This coachbuilder, named Ebmuller, produced fewer than 700 examples until 1953. A fire destroying his workshop put an end to his activity. Following the same mechanical developments as the sedan, displacement was increased to 1.2 l and 30 hp in 1954. Taillights, hood and dashboard were regularly redesigned. In 1966, the engine became a 1.3 l, 40 hp, then the following year a 1.5 l, 44 hp. In 1971, the adoption of a new front axle led to the most important aesthetic modification, with a domed hood and new, more rounded fenders. The 1303 S, with its 1.6 l, 50 hp engine, also features a curved windshield. Last but not least, the rear lights become round. Although annual production peaked in the last decade, the model's career ended in 1980, with well over 300,000 units produced. The sedan continued to be produced until the 2000s, mainly in Brazil. The model offered for sale features an attractive metallic blue and beige soft-top color combination, with an original beige interior. Regularly maintained and driven, the odometer shows 130,100 km. It was first registered on February 16, 1977 and has only had two owners. This legendary five-seater convertible evokes freedom and joie de vivre.