Registration - ARY 290B

Chassis No. - 6251668

M.O.T. - Exempt

Odometer - 28,941

This charismatic 1964 Volkswagen Beach Buggy is a brilliant example of an iconic concept. The idea of fun beach buggy-type cars has passed through the ages, and this model is an expertly-honed example that features many desirable upgrades. First registered in May 1964 as a silver Volkswagen Beetle, ‘ARY290B’ now features a fully open body design, with a short ‘bikini’ windscreen and four seats trimmed in rich leather. The interior, complete with large white-rimmed original Beetle steering wheel, is described as being in ‘excellent’ condition and passengers don’t have to worry about doors – they simply jump in. If the bikini screen isn’t for you, a spare windscreen is included too. As for the ‘excellent’ bodywork, this is finished in a distinctive black gel coat with silver flakes, which have a multi-colour sparkle when caught by the sunlight.

‘ARY290B’ has a 1,298cc twin port engine, and is fitted with a brand new MP carburettor. It also has an EMPI quick-shift gearlever for the four-speed ‘box. The engine, transmission and electrics are all described as being in ‘excellent’ condition, and a disc brake conversion on the front brakes boosts safety when driving. The vendor says it comes with two ignition keys, too. Reassuringly, they say it had new floorpans around three years ago, which have been fully undersealed. This coincided with them buying the car, and it’s always been kept in a dry garage ever since. The simple speedometer in the centre of the dashboard has an odometer reading 28,941 miles.

In summary:

• Characterful beach buggy
• Based on a 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
• Distinctive paintwork and ‘excellent’ interior