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R 189,500

One-Year-Only Classic: 1967 VW Beetle 1500 Single Port

A complete, body-off restoration has brought this rare, one-year-only 1967 Beetle back to its original period correct glory. Every step was done properly, with no shortcuts, no cheap replacement parts, and respect for originality. Highlights of the Restoration 1. Full body off, bare metal restoration • Body separated from the floorpan • All rust professionally repaired • Resprayed in factory correct VW L633 Blue • Original 1967 chrome retained, not replaced with modern replicas • Undercarriage fully rubberised and sealed 2. Complete interior rebuild • Seats trimmed in period correct Balearic Beige leatherette with matching blue piping • New door cards and perforated headliner • High quality oatmeal square weave carpets finished in brown • Interior restored with a sharp focus on originality and finish 3. Mechanical overhaul • Rebuilt 1500 single port engine • Fully serviced transaxle • New brakes all round • Numbers matching on paperwork 4. Electrical refresh • All electrics working correctly • New taillight and indicator lenses • Brand new battery • 1967 was the first year of 12V, an important collector milestone 5. New rubbers and seals • All aperture seals replaced • Chrome window trim and glass seals renewed 6. Wheels and tyres • Brand new Goodyear tyres • Period correct steel wheels with new hubcaps 7. Period accessories Tasteful, era appropriate accessories added to enhance personality without modifying originality. Why the 1967 Model Matters? The 1967 Beetle is one of the most collectible years. It was a one year only transition model with unique features, which makes surviving examples rare, especially when restored to factory spec and kept unmodified. This Beetle starts on the first turn, drives beautifully, and is ready to enjoy immediately. A perfect summer classic or weekend cruiser for someone who appreciates authenticity.

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R 139,500

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

A complete, body-off restoration has brought this 1972 Beetle back with intent. Finished in period cream with satin black trim, deep oxblood interior, sporty Rostyle wheels and a free-flow exhaust, this is a classic built with taste - not trend.⸻Highlights of the Restoration1. Full Body-Off Restoration• Body removed from the floorpan• All rust professionally repaired - no filler patches• Resprayed in period-correct cream• Bumpers and exterior trim refinished in satin black• Undercarriage sealed and protectedThe cream against black trim gives it a clean, purposeful presence - sharp without being loud.⸻2. Oxblood Interior - Proper 70s Spec• Seats retrimmed in rich oxblood red vinyl• Matching rear bench and door panels• Period correct perforated headliner• Fresh beige German square-weave carpetsThe oxblood interior transforms the car - deep, classic and slightly aggressive. It feels like a small European GT rather than an economy car.⸻3. Mechanical Overhaul• Rebuilt 1600 twin-port engine• Fully serviced gearbox• New brakes all round• Refreshed suspension• Renewed electricsThe 1600 twin-port is the sweet spot - reliable, torquey and easy to maintain.⸻4. Sport Package Details• Sporty free-flow exhaust with a deeper, sharper note• South African Rostyle wheels - period correct and iconic• Fresh tyres all round• Subtle, purposeful ride heightThe Rostyles give the car real character. They sit perfectly under the arches and change the entire stance. Combined with the exhaust note, this Beetle has presence.⸻5. Roof Rack• Period-style sporty roof rack• Adds practicality and attitudeIt completes the look - early 70s surf, ski, and weekend road-trip energy.⸻6. Electrical & Finishing• 12V system fully sorted• All lights working correctly• New battery• All rubbers and seals replaced• New window rubbers and body-to-pan sealTight, solid, properly assembled.⸻Why the 1972 Model Works1972 gives you the stronger 1600 twin-port engine while still retaining the clean early body lines before the later impact bumpers. It’s one of the best driving versions of the classic Beetle.This example takes that solid foundation and adds subtle sport influence without losing originality.⸻This Beetle starts on the first turn, idles smoothly, pulls cleanly through the gears and sounds exactly how an air-cooled Volkswagen should - but with a little more attitude.Cream.Black trim.Oxblood interior.Rostyles.Free-flow note.Not overbuilt. Not overdone. Just right. Numbers matching car.

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