1963 Volkswagen Beetle - Pale Yellow - 50,134 Miles - Air-Cooled 1200cc, Manual Transmission - PROJECT
Overview
This is a genuine 1963 Volkswagen Type 19 Beetle, one of the most iconic vehicles ever produced and a cornerstone of automotive history. The Beetle represents the pinnacle of post-war European engineering simplicity and durability, with over 21 million examples built across its 70-year production run. This particular example carries Australian compliance documentation and retains its original 1200cc air-cooled flat-four engine paired with a manual gearbox, the authentic mechanical specification for this era. The pale yellow finish and two-door configuration are period-correct for the early 1960s market. At 50,134 miles on the odometer, this Beetle presents as a genuine barn-find candidate, offering enthusiasts and restorers a solid foundation for a comprehensive restoration project.
Condition
This Beetle presents in honest, unrestored condition consistent with a vehicle of 60+ years age that has been stored and exposed to the elements. The pale yellow paint is heavily faded and shows extensive clear coat failure across the bonnet, roof, and upper body panels. The bodywork displays significant surface rust and corrosion throughout, with rust perforation visible on lower body sections, door panels, and floor pan areas. The interior trim is substantially deteriorated, with visible staining, sagging headliner. Window seals are compromised, and the chrome trim and bumpers show heavy oxidation. The engine bay displays corrosion and oxidation consistent with age and storage. Critically,
Features
* Original 1200cc air-cooled flat-four engine
* Manual transmission with three-pedal clutch operation
* Right-hand drive configuration (Australian specification)
* Four-seat interior layout
* Pale yellow exterior finish
* Two-door coupe body style
* Period-correct mechanical specification
* Compliance plate documentation present
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* Chassis number 19 documented
Condition Notes
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* Extensive surface rust and corrosion throughout body panels
* Rust perforation on lower body sections and door panels
* Floor pan rust-through in multiple locations
* Interior trim deteriorated with water staining
* Headliner sagging
* Window seals compromised
* Chrome trim and bumpers heavily oxidised
* Paint faded and peeling across multiple panels
* Engine bay shows corrosion and oxidation
* Vehicle unregistered and presented as-is
Specifications
Year: 1963
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle
Body: Two-door Coupe
Engine: 1200cc Air-Cooled Flat-Four
Transmission: Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: 50,134 Miles
Colour: Pale Yellow
Seats: 4
Steering: Right Hand Drive
Doors: 2
Engine Number: F1070686
Chassis: 1997688337
BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION SEEM TO BE SEIZED. Rust and corrosion throughout body panels, significant rust perforation on lower body sections and door panels, engine bay shows corrosion and oxidation, interior trim deteriorated with visible staining, headliner sagging, window seals compromised, floor pan shows rust-through in multiple locations, bumpers heavily corroded, chrome trim oxidised, paint faded and peeling in multiple areas, clear coat failure across bonnet and roof. Inspection recommended.
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Lloyds stock #658315+1
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Location of item: 148 Main Street, Beverley, SA, Australia
As Standard Auction Practice all Vehicles are Sold Unregistered
As with all vehicles sold in the Classic Car Division, they have been well looked after by their previous owners. This is an Auction Sale. This asset is sold under standard auction conditions, as is, where is. High volumes of incoming product prevent our team from being able to inspect all items individually. All photos, descriptions, odometer readings, hour readings, engine specifications and any condition reports should be used as a guide only and have been compiled after speaking with the owners. To find out more about this lot or to book a live video inspection please contact the Auctioneer Contact which can be found on the Auction Details page. There is no statutory warranty & no cooling off period.
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