SOLD - 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe
SOLD - 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe
VIN - 1-0138159
Miles - 32,179
Transmission - 4-Speed
Video Link —> https://youtu.be/zc4WYKagiHo
Video Link —> https://youtu.be/3C4LxkyfdVE
Up for sale is this incredibly rare 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe. This 49’ was produced in November of 49’ and has many early features not found on on later year split window Beetles. 2 of the most notable are the fact that it’s a Deluxe model with cable operated brakes. Deluxe models were very uncommon in 1949. Also, the fact that it has lever operated rear shocks opposed to telescopic shocks which became standard just a few months later. This particular 49’ is quite original in many ways. The Body and Pan numbers match and don’t appear to have ever been separated. There is original L13 medium Green paint showing in many areas including the engine bay, under the original decklid, inside all the fenders, under the dash, both aprons, etc. This car has never been clipped and features both original correct aprons front and rear. Has all 4 correct fenders, all original seats and door cards. The seats are covered in black vinyl but the original upholstery is underneath them! The 49’ correct white backlit pods are in place as well as the correct Hella eyebrow headlights. The engine is 25-hp from 53’ but the full crash transmission is original. The engine has a later carb and distributor but does have, what we’ve been told, is the original 49’ “seamed” fan shroud. The car has 4 correct 16x3.00 wheels as well. Officially on 2 49’s were ever sold in America, with likely very few others brought in later. This is a fully functional running and driving true 49’ Beetle. All lights and gauges work with the exception of the odometer. The drivers semaphore works great, the passenger side is slow. Would make an excellent driver/survivor or an excellent candidate for a restoration. We believe the only incorrect panel on the entire car is the hood, which is a later raised 3 tab hood. We acquired this Beetle from the 3rd owner who purchased it in over 35-years ago from the second owner who was a WW2 veteran. He acquired the car from the original owner in the late 50’s. Please check out the videos and 101 pictures! E-mail or call with any questions!
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