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1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

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Listed byshadescc
Hastings, Nebraska23,000 milesManual
SoldOct 29, 2018
Sold for$8,100

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Summary
This 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible shows just over 23k miles and was purchased new by the parents of its current owner. It features a Metallic Blue exterior over a white vinyl interior with a matching top, and is powered by a fuel-injected 1,600cc flat-four mated to a 4-speed manual transaxle. Modifications include an aftermarket stereo and rubber floor mats, and the car is offered with its original bill of sale and manuals.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
297 (11%)
9/30/2026
Color
Metallic Blue
10 (<1%)
3/25/2026
Transmission
2360 (87%)
11/6/2026
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Listing history

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  • 10/29/2018
    Bring a Trailer
    Sold· this listing
    $8.1k
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Top Comments
gheeza With all the little paint dings... looks like 123k mi car (with fresh paint on the rims).
stuffcollector The wear on the original pedal cluster pads is a good indicator of mileage. Just saying..
UberD Judging by the other conditions of the car, it's probably going to need a top as well...why in the world would you paint ... View more
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