Hemmings Find of the Day – 1963 Volkswagen Beetle

Published by Mike on February 20, 2016

Though Volkswagen Beetles taught a generation of us the joys of the three pedal shuffle, they typically draw mixed reviews among Hemmings readers. Some praise them for their all-season traction, forgiving nature, and ease of repair, while other denounce them for their lack of power, German logic and essentially nonexistent heaters. Love them or hate them, Beetle prices are on the upswing, and there’s no time like the present to buy a clean example if you’re in the market. This 1963 Beetle Deluxe Edition, for sale on Hemmings.com, features the desirable cloth sunroof, new floors, a new front axle and a rebuilt 1.2-liter, 40-horsepower engine. The paint appears to be in good condition, too, meaning that the car probably needs nothing more than a new owner. From the seller’s description:

This is a cherry red 1963 Deluxe VW Beetle with the ragtop option- 1963 was the last year for this option. Engine has been rebuilt and only driven about 500 miles since rebuild. Chassis and engine numbers have been verified. Car was repainted the original color, and new floorboards and front axle beam have been installed. There is no rust, and interior was restored. This car was pronounced sound by a classic car specialist.