Used 1956 Volkswagen Beetle for Sale near Florida
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Overview
While, at first glance, the Volkswagen Beetle's exterior changed little for 1956, a number of updates were made to the vehicle, both inside and out. Tubeless tires were now standard equipment, for instance, and the optional sunroof (which VW noted could be opened, closed, or adjusted while driving at full speed!) was smaller and made of plastic, replacing the previous year's cloth sunroof.
Minor alterations were made to the gear shift knob (now curved) and the heater knob (which was moved forward), and the horsepower for the starter motor was increased. In addition, the gas tank was redesigned to provide more luggage space, and the front seats were now wider and adjustable.
Features of the car, which were noted in VW's brochure for the '56 Beetle, included vent wings in the front windows, which could be pivoted to provide fresh air to the cabin, and a built-in heater. The car's air-cooled, four-cylinder engine produced 36 horsepower.
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Chris H
Reviewed a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle on Aug 27, 2008
ok so its 50+ years old and Hippys owned it in the 60's. It is the most recognizable car in the world. Ya it s slow, but when you are 50 lets see you do a 4 minuet mile? I love to dive it and even though it is slow It still get sthere. The ONLY time I have had it broken down on me is when I forget to flip the reserve switch. Yes I would get in the car today and drive it to the east coast if I had to.
Mario V
Reviewed a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle on Dec 27, 2007
36 horse power! 1200cc engine! Cloth Sun Roof, Bulbs for headlights, no seal beames, Mach Nicht sticks (no blinkers), My dad paid $250 for it in 1963. Previous owner was asking for $275 but my dad said you have to get him down to $250 or no deal. The guy lowered the price by $25 to $250!!
Dimitri U
Reviewed a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle on Aug 28, 2009
Best of both worlds? Looks from the past and upgrader performance, brakes, electrics make it nice to drive and seen in. Could do with a respray and new interior, though. Great fun, great noise, just demand caution in taking corners!
Si M
Reviewed a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle on Jul 4, 2009
Marmite, you love them or hate them. With semaphore indicators and a 36hp engine its not he most practical motor but certainly has character. A dip stick fuel guage and a top speed of around 64mph you have to have a passion for these.
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