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Carrara QLD 7,604 KMS Convertible Manual

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This is your chance to own a piece of automotive history; whether you're a collector expanding your classic car portfolio or a private buyer with a passion for vintage rides, this is your opportunity to bid and secure a timeless treasure. This classic vehicle is currently up for auction with Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers, closing on 30th MAY. You can watch and bid live via the Lloyds website which can be found by following these steps:

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Info about this vehicle:

1971 Volkswagen Beetle Super Bug Convertible - Blue - 7,604 km- Wide-Body Restomod, Dual Carbs, Show Build
1971 Volkswagen Beetle Super Bug 2-door convertible finished in custom blue. Rear-wheel drive, 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four petrol engine with dual carburettors, manual transmission. Odometer indicating 7,604 km . Seating for four.
Description
The VW Beetle needs no introduction, but this one demands a second look. What started as a 1971 Super Bug convertible has been transformed into a Porsche-inspired wide-body restomod that turns heads from every angle. The build draws heavily from 911 styling cues, with dramatically flared front and rear fenders, a rear-mounted whale-tail spoiler straight out of the 930 Turbo playbook, staggered-width alloy wheels with low-profile tyres, lowered suspension, and a "Carrera" script badge on the rear quarter. The result is a Beetle with genuine presence and an aggressive stance that standard examples simply cannot match.
The engine bay houses a built 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four fitted with dual Weber or Dellorto-style side-draft carburettors on individual chrome pod air filters, an aftermarket aluminium crankshaft pulley, fuel pressure regulator with gauge, and performance ignition. The interior has been upgraded with a SAAS three-spoke sport steering wheel, diamond plate (chequer plate) aluminium dash inserts, standard key start engine, aftermarket stereo, and reupholstered seats in textured black vinyl. The black convertible soft top appears in good condition with clear rear and side windows. Paint is a deep, glossy custom blue with excellent reflections across all panels, and the body appears straight with no visible rust, dents, or filler evidence. The front trunk is carpeted and clean.
The average sale price for a standard VW Super Beetle Convertible sits around $18,000 USD (approximately $28,000 AUD) on the collector market. This heavily modified example trades originality for show appeal and driving character. The quality of the wide-body work, paint, and engine build suggests significant investment in this build. Vendor advises the engine was fully rebuilt with dual carburettors and the car has been driven only to keep it exercised.
Features
* 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four with dual carburettors and pod air filters
* Manual transmission
* Wide-body flared fenders front and rear
* Porsche 930-style whale-tail rear spoiler
* Staggered-width aftermarket alloy wheels with low-profile tyres
* Lowered suspension
* Convertible soft top in black vinyl
* SAAS three-spoke sport steering wheel
* Diamond plate aluminium dash inserts
* Aftermarket fuel pressure regulator with gauge
* Aftermarket aluminium crankshaft pulley
* Aftermarket stereo head unit
* Door-mounted speakers
* Reupholstered seats in texture

Link to current car auction listings with Lloyds: https://www.lloydsonline.com.au/AuctionLots.aspx?stype=0&stypeid=0&kw=car&cid=0&smode=0

Title	1971 Volkswagen Beetle IN AUCTION AT LLOYDS Convertible Super Bug Super Bug
Price	$500
Kilometers	7,604
Colour	BLUE
Transmission	Manual
Fuel	Petrol
Body	Convertible
Cylinders	4
Engine Size	1600
VIN	1113036303
Reg Plate	Villawood
Reg Expiry	-
Stock Number	580768I1