vw Beetle - Grey 1953

1953 Volkswagen Beetle

1953 Volkswagen Beetle, extremely rare, 1st year of the oval window design. Lowest production model year of the oval window beetle as it was only produced for a few months as a true “oval,” earlier 1953 models (Zwitters) shared many features with the previous split window models.

It is powered by a 1131cc 25hp 4-cylinder engine with a split-case 4-speed transaxle. Engine correctly adorned with Solex 1-barrel carburetor, strap-over air-filter assembly, 6V system big nut generator, round regulator, and flat-top distributor.  Certainly, one of the finest examples Extant. Runs and drives beautifully.

The Ron Sturgeon Collection