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1953 Volkswagen Beetle Split-Window Zwitter

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Listed byMojojoy
San Jose, California 95126Manual
SoldApr 12, 2024
Sold for$31,000

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Summary
This rare 1953 Volkswagen Beetle "Zwitter" split-window example was refurbished in black over red vinyl upholstery. It features a replacement 1,100cc flat-four engine, 15″ steel wheels with Porsche crest hubcaps, and a revised dashboard with a VDO 120-km/h speedometer. The odometer indicates 51k kilometers, though total mileage is unknown.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
13 (8%)
11/5/2026
Color
Black
7 (5%)
10/8/2026
Transmission
147 (96%)
11/5/2026
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Listing history

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  • 4/12/2024
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    $31k
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Top Comments
ibjettin What a beautiful Zwitter and rare! People didn't alway see (future) value in these so being concerned over tube ... View more
Jessbeck71 @mojojoy. Thanks for the information. I think you are mistaken. I never said I didn’t appreciate the car. It’s a ... View more
Nashstey Looks to me like some focusing on the what the car lacks while bidders are focusing on what the car’s got going for it ... View more
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