1979 Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet for sale

Price on request

Brummen, Netherlands

Mileage
3,354 km
Gearbox
Manual
Model year
1979

1979 Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet for Sale in the Netherlands

This 1979 Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet is a used car showing 3,354 km. It is equipped with a manual transmission. The car is finished in Greige with a Dark brown interior.

This Karmann-built 1303 Cabriolet belongs to the final and most refined generation of the open Beetle, and it has been through a restoration carried out to a very high standard. A renowned Dutch coachwork specialist restored the body completely, and the finish and panel fit show the quality of that work.

The mechanical side was rebuilt just as thoroughly, with the main components overhauled while the car kept its original character. Greige paint over dark brown leather is a combination rarely seen on a Beetle. Gallery Aaldering rates it as exceptional from bodywork to interior and publishes an extensive photo gallery of it.

The car is located in Brummen, Netherlands.

The Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet uses the rear-mounted, air-cooled 1,584 cc flat-four, rated at 50 PS (37 kW), with a manual gearbox driving the rear wheels. The 1303 took over from the 1302 in August 1972 with a strongly curved windscreen and MacPherson struts at the front; rack-and-pinion steering followed in 1975. Karmann built the four-seat cabriolet body at Osnabrück.

Technical Information

This unit

Exterior
Greige
Interior
Dark brown
Upholstery
Leather
Mileage
3,354 km
Condition
Used
Location
Brummen, Netherlands

Powertrain

Transmission
Manual
Fuel type
Petrol

Further details

Body style
Convertible
Doors
2

Manufacturer figures

Engine capacity
1,584 cm3
Power quoted by the manufacturer
50 PS

Equipment

Equipment 3

  • Dark brown leather upholstery
  • Beige soft top
  • Steel wheels with chrome hubcaps

Equipment as listed by the dealer. Verify the specification with the dealer before purchase.

FAQ

This Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet in the European market

Can this Volkswagen be bought in the Netherlands and registered elsewhere in Europe?

The car is located in Brummen, Netherlands. The dealer quotes it as: The 1303 took over from the 1302 in August 1972 with a strongly curved windscreen and MacPherson struts at the front; rack-and-pinion steering followed in 1975. Cross-border purchase is normal for this kind of car, but the documentation, the certificate of conformity, transport and the registration rules of the destination country all have to be settled with the selling dealer first.

How does the mileage of this Volkswagen compare?

3,354 km recorded, against a median of 33,373 km across the Volkswagen advertised in Europe in 2026. It is therefore among the lower-mileage cars currently listed. Service records and ownership details should be checked against the documents held by the selling dealer.

Who is selling this Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet, and how does a purchase work?

Gallery Aaldering, a professional dealer in Brummen, Netherlands. LUSSO lists the car and passes enquiries to that dealer; the inspection, the negotiation, the invoice and the transfer of ownership all take place directly between the buyer and the dealer. LUSSO does not hold stock, take deposits or act as an intermediary in payment.

Can this Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet be inspected before purchase?

The car is at Brummen, Netherlands, and an inspection is arranged with the selling dealer. Buyers based in another country commonly appoint an independent inspector or a marque specialist rather than travel. Ask the dealer for the service record, the number of previous owners and any accident history, with supporting documents for the information stated in the listing.

Is this Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet still available?

LUSSO republishes what the selling dealer advertises, and a car in demand is sometimes reserved or sold before the dealer updates its own site. Confirm current availability with Gallery Aaldering before travelling or committing funds. An enquiry sent from this page reaches that dealer directly.

What is needed to register this car if it does not stay in the Netherlands?

A cross-border registration normally requires the vehicle registration document, the certificate of conformity or an equivalent type-approval record, the purchase invoice showing the VAT treatment, and proof that any tax due in the destination country has been settled. Temporary export plates and transport insurance are arranged either by the dealer or by the buyer. Requirements differ by country and should be confirmed with the selling dealer before payment.

Where can I see the wider Volkswagen market?

LUSSO publishes a market overview for the 1303 Cabriolet, covering current asking prices in Europe, availability by country, why prices differ, how VAT works on a cross-border purchase and what to compare between two cars.

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