1979 Volkswagen Beetle-Classic for sale in Sylvania OH

For Sale: 1979 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

A Brief History of the Beetle
The Volkswagen Beetle, originally known as the Type 1 and launched in 1945 as “The People’s Car,” quickly became one of the most iconic vehicles ever produced. Known worldwide by many nicknames — Käfer, Vocho, Coccinelle, Fusca, Maggiolino — the Beetle sold over 21.5 million first-generation units, making it one of the best-selling cars of all time. Praised for its innovative, economical design, the Beetle was compact, practical, and affordable to buy and maintain. Its air-cooled engine was simpler and easier to repair than many contemporaries, especially American cars of the era. Over time, the Beetle became a symbol of freedom and individuality and, in the U.S., a sign of counter-culture, peace, and unity. After a successful 70-year run, Volkswagen retired the Beetle in 2019.

Specifications

• Model Year: 1979 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

• Mileage: Approximately 61,400 miles (true mileage unknown)

• Engine: Four-cylinder 1600cc

• Transmission: Four-speed manual, shifts smoothly

• Exterior: Black paint in good overall condition

• Interior: Black upholstery in very good condition

• Convertible Top: Black, fully functional with no leaks, rips, or tears — in very good condition

• Brightwork: Front and rear bumpers in good condition

• Underside: Shows signs of previous repairs, including floor pans, which are solid with some surface corrosion

• Wheels: Aftermarket Spirit of America wheels with Cooper tires

• Inspection: Will be fully serviced and inspected by a third-party mechanic before sale

Our Rating
At Central Classic Cars, we evaluate vehicles on eight key criteria and assign a condition score on a five-point scale:

• Premium Inventory (4-5): Highest quality, often fully restored or excellent original examples with strong investment potential

• Classic Inventory (3-4): Fun, driver-quality cars in solid condition with good mechanicals; may show evidence of older repairs

• Opportunity Inventory (1-2): Great project cars that require work and may have visible repairs or wear

This Beetle falls within our classic inventory, offering a fantastic driver-quality experience with solid mechanicals.

About Central Classic Cars
We are the country’s largest vintage Volkswagen dealer, specializing in buying, selling, restoring, and servicing these timeless classics. Our customers come from all across the U.S. and beyond. In addition to Volkswagens, we buy and pay cash for all makes, especially sports cars from the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s — including vintage Porsches. Every vehicle undergoes a full safety inspection, available for review before purchase.

For more information or to discuss selling your car, please contact us. Also, check out our YouTube channel and browse our inventory online at CentralClassicCars.com.

Interested?
Contact John at 419-517-1795 to learn more or to arrange a purchase.