Basic information and history

The Volkswagen Type 1, in Sweden best known as the Beetle, had by the start of the 1970s already become one of the most produced cars in the world. The 1300 model was at this time the classic mid-range version with the air-cooled 1,285 cc flat-four engine, mounted at the rear and transmitting power through a four-speed manual gearbox to the rear wheels. The 1970 model year is characterised among other things by the upright headlights and the more robust bumpers introduced with the 1968 update, as well as the folding support in the rear seat, which provided a degree of practical utility despite the compact format. The simplicity of the design, with the water-free engine and the robust platform, is a major part of the explanation for why so many examples are still on the road.

This Volkswagen 1300 from the 1970 model year was sold new in Sweden and has had three owners since new. The odometer reading is 84,000 kilometres, a mileage guaranteed by the seller and corroborated by the fact that all inspection protocols since new accompany the car. The car is free of loans and there is no deductible VAT on the vehicle.

The car is not in original condition. In 1990 it was repainted in Tornado Red, and at the same time it was fitted with a custom-made headliner. A personal detail is the dashboard, which is made of Swedish birch. The original dashboard is included with the car for anyone wishing to restore the interior.

Equipment and options

• Air-cooled 1,285 cc flat-four engine
• Four-speed manual gearbox
• Sound system, functioning
• Dashboard in Swedish birch
• Custom-made headliner from 1990
• Seat covers fitted since 1990

The car has thus been repainted in Tornado Red in 1990 and has a dashboard in Swedish birch instead of the original. Otherwise the seller describes no technical modifications, and the drivetrain is reportedly in standard configuration. Included in the sale are auxiliary lights, the original dashboard, the original carburettor, various parts, as well as an Eberspächer petrol heater, which has not been function-tested.

Condition

Body and exterior: The body is, according to the seller, in good condition, and the same applies to the paintwork, which was applied in 1990. The windows are also described as being in good condition.

Interior: The floor upholstery is in good condition. The driver's seat backrest has damage on the left side that has been partially repaired, and the upholstery otherwise is worn but intact. Since 1990 the seats have been protected by seat covers. The dashboard is described as being in excellent condition, and the headliner, the custom-made one from 1990, is according to the seller in good condition. All seatbelts function.

Tyres and wheels: Tyres and wheels are, according to the seller, in good condition.

Mechanics and function: The engine is described as being in good condition, starts and runs faultlessly, and according to the seller a new carburettor was fitted in September 2026. The gearbox is in good condition and shifts faultlessly, the clutch functions and the brakes are described as being in good condition. The trip meter, the sound system and all electrical equipment function, and the instrument panel is free of warning lights. The car is drivable as it stands. It last passed inspection on 3 June 2020 with an approved result and has since been exempt from the inspection requirement.

Service history

The car does not have a full service history according to the seller, but there are receipts and documentation substantiating the service that has been carried out. In addition, all inspection protocols since the car was new are included, which together corroborate the low mileage of 84,000 kilometres. The most recent known work is the replacement of the carburettor in September 2026, where the original carburettor was kept and is included with the car.

Summary

This is a Swedish-sold Volkswagen 1300 from 1970 with three owners and a documented mileage of only 84,000 kilometres, corroborated by inspection papers since new. The car has been repainted in Tornado Red in 1990 and has a dashboard in Swedish birch, but the original parts are included for anyone wishing to restore it. The body, paint, engine, gearbox and brakes are described as being in good condition, while the upholstery shows wear and a partially repaired damage to the driver's seat backrest. With auxiliary lights, an Eberspächer heater and various parts included, this Beetle is aimed at the enthusiast seeking a drivable example with unusually low mileage and a clear history.