1973 Volkswagen Beetle
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Restored California VW from new, 3 owners, 138k miles, record and history.

This beautiful Beetle is consigned with us by a local collector and retired automotive designer for Toyota and Lexus. Applying his deep industry knowledge and lifelong experience, his pride of ownership shines through in every detail of this meticulously maintained vehicle.

Vehicle History & HighlightsLong-Term Ownership: Just 3 owners since 1973. Celebrity Provenance: A lifelong California car, originally owned by Hollywood actor Ken Berry (F Troop).

Total mileage is 138,400 (odometer reads 38,400).
-Only 24,000 miles on a rebuilt, upgraded 1776cc overbore engine
-Bare-metal repaint, fresh interior
-Haartz premium German cloth convertible top on a powder-coated frame
-Recent Mechanical Updates (2023–2024): New brakes (drums, cylinders, and lines), rear shocks, new alternator, rebuilt carburetor, new exhaust system, new ignition switch, and fresh front wheel bearings
-Exclusively serviced by local specialists at Canyon German (Laguna Beach) and Desert Engines (San Juan Capistrano).
-Clean California title in hand.Extensive service records included.Fully exempt from California smog certification

Here is the full service history:
2024: odometer 137177
New Ignition Lock Cylinder/keys
New Alternator
New Muffler / Stainless Steel Tail Pipes
New Rear Shock Absorbers
New Brake Drums, Cylinders, Shoes, Flex Lines (4 wheels)
New Wheel Bearings/grease seals
New Steering Dampener
Maintenance: Lube, Oil, Filter service, valve adjustment -
2019: odometer 134231
New Ignition Coil / Condenser
Carburetor Rebuild
New Fuel Pump + Filters
New Points, Ignition Rotor
2017: odometer 132980
New Front Lower Control Arms
New Ball Joints
New Front Transmission Mount
New wiper motor
2014 - 2015: odometer 130727
New Clutch assembly complete
Hew Front Shocks
New Paint Job - down to metal, all metal repair and surfacing, original Bahia Red (L30E)
sanded & buffed clear coat
New Chrome Plating on original bumpers
New Windshield & Molding
New side view Mirrors
New Convertible Top (German StayFast Canvas), Headliner, Padding, Powder Coated
Frame, Rear Glass & Molding
Interior Trim complete (all Wolfsberg West components) Seat padding & covers, Door
trim, Rear quarter trim, Rubber matting, Carpet
2001: odometer 113454
Engine Rebuild Complete - bored to 1776 cc / balanced crankshaft.

Watch the Video Test Drive Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inC1d6RF6cs

Consign or sell your classic with us. We are always seeking high-quality classic cars, muscle cars, and European sports cars to buy or consign.93% success rate: Our proven program gets results.Zero Risk: No cost to you if your vehicle does not sell.

Laguna Classic Cars
2171 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-4555

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Engine

Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
Fuel Specification

Body

Body Color
Red
Body Style
Convertible
Doors
2
Paint Type

Basic

Year
1973
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Odometer
138,467

Interior

Interior Color
White
Secondary Interior Color
Seating Type
Seat Material
Shifter Type
Center Console
No
Figure based on a stock vehicle with OH rates with $100/$300k Liability/UM/UIM limits. Rates vary depending on the state, coverage selected and other factors. Policies underwritten by Essentia Insurance Company. Some coverage and discounts not available in all states. Call 877-922-9701 to speak with a representative or apply online. $242 /YEAR Insurance
Engine Size
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual
Body Style
Convertible
Odometer
138,467
Vin
1532622517
Stock
1970047
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