Lot 120: 1979 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Cabrio Oettinger

Everyone knows the story of the Beetle, while the concept has remained unaltered since 1938 it underwent over 70,000 identifiable modifications. It was this constant development and attention to detail which allowed the Beetle to maintain its position and which make good examples a sensible purchase today. A late model, such as the car we offer, had undergone a lot of development.The cabriolet version, built by Karmann, was a cult car even in its day. It is not difficult to understand why since it had VW's legendary build quality, finish, smooth gear change, reliability and, unlike many cabriolets of its time, its hood kept the elements out.From 1970 the 1303S model, which should not be confused with the basic Beetle, had MacPherson strut front suspension, improved interior, front disc brakes and a 60bhp, 1584cc engine.This exceptional beetle convertible really can only be described as very special indeed in that it is a very rare example produced by the renowned German tuning house Oettinger and this makes the car very significant. World famous for their engineering and tuning abilities Oettinger have here created one of the most exciting beetle convertibles offered for sale in recent times. Amongst a number of well developed modifications the car is running with a fully tuned 1600 cc engine producing some 100 horse power and this is mated to Porsche running gear brakes and axles. Sitting on Porsche style Fuchs wheels this a beetle convertible that is not only great to drive but also packs a significant punch. A wolf in sheep's clothing if ever there was one.Dieses hervorragend restaurierte Kaefer Cabriolet sieht nicht nur gut aus, es wird auch den Nachbar beim Ampelstart ueberraschen: Der Motor ist ein 1600 Oettinger Motor, der aus diesem Auto einen Kaefer macht, der manch einen Porsche 356 stehen laesst: mit 100 PS und Bremsen, Achsen und Getriebe vom Porsche 914 und Porsche Fuchs-Felgen muss dies wohl einer der aufregendsten Kaefer sein, die man kaufen kann.