1949 Volkswagen Beetle Split-Window front view

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1949 Volkswagen Beetle Split-Window for Sale

1949 Volkswagen · United States · Lender-owned, lien released

Year: 1949
Make: Volkswagen
Category: Cars
Title: Clean
Origin: German
Photos: 230
Reserve: Sells at or above start
VIN: 10101991

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About this car

This 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Split-Window is a right-hand-drive, rare example with a rich history. It was repainted black and features a roof rack, chrome ribbed bumpers, and a cabin heater. The interior has been reupholstered in white vinyl, and it's powered by a replacement 1,131cc flat-four engine.

The vehicle has been repainted black approximately a decade ago and has various paint flaws. It features 15" steel wheels with bright hubcaps and Goodyear whitewall tires. Stopping power is provided by drum brakes at all four corners.

The cabin houses front bucket seats and a rear bench, and interior appointments include brown square-weave carpets and dual gloveboxes. The odometer shows 6k miles, but the seller states the mileage is not accurate, and total mileage is unknown.

Questions about this lot

What is the engine size of the vehicle?

The engine size is 1,131cc.

What type of transmission does the vehicle have?

The vehicle has a non-synchronized four-speed manual transaxle.

What is the condition of the paint?

The vehicle has been repainted black approximately a decade ago and has various paint flaws.

Is the mileage accurate?

No, the seller states that the mileage is not accurate, and total mileage is unknown.

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Full VIN is shown to the winning bidder on the invoice. Repo Vehicle Holdings Inc, St. Petersburg, FL 33702.