Used 1961 Volkswagen Beetle for Sale nearHouston, TX
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- 1962
- Make:
- Volkswagen
- Model:
- Beetle
- Body type:
- Hatchback
- Exterior color:
- White (Ivory)
- Transmission:
- 4-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 36,000
- Stock #:
- 161231196329
- VIN:
- 4111283

1962 Volkswagen Beetle
36,000 mi
$28,951
- Year:
- 1961
- Make:
- Volkswagen
- Model:
- Beetle
- Body type:
- Hatchback
- Exterior color:
- Green
- Transmission:
- Manual
- Mileage:
- 12,500
- Stock #:
- 419097
- VIN:
- AMS46849

1961 Volkswagen Beetle
12,500 mi
$23,700
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Overview

For the first time in several years, the Volkswagen Beetle got a bump in power. The output of the Beetle's four-cylinder, 1200cc (1.2-liter) aluminum-magnesium engine was increased to 40 horsepower, up from 36 the previous year. Upgrades were also made to the Beetle's fuel pump, transmission, fuel tank, cooling fan, and starter switch.
In addition, the brake-fluid reservoir was now transparent, so you could see the fluid level, and the heater pipes were enlarged.
Other features of the 1961 Beetle included sun visors for the driver and passenger, coat hooks, assist straps, an automatic windshield washer, an overhead light, and luggage space under the front hood and in a three-foot carpeted compartment behind the rear seat.
A four-speed transmission, independent front suspension and telescopic shock absorbers were also part of the Beetle package.
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Doug R
Reviewed a 1961 Volkswagen Beetle on Feb 2, 2008
Baja style fenders, baja gas pedal, Pipe bumpers, engine is a converted 12 volt 71 engine out of a baja, custom EMPI carbuerator, 1600 CC, 60 HP when tuned perfect. Got some nice rubbers on the back, big offroad tires, take it out mudding occasionaly. Love the car, always get complements. The only thing more famous in car history than the car itself is it's rough handling. It has problems fairly often, but it doesn't have any stupid new car kinks
Anonymous
Reviewed a 1961 Volkswagen Beetle on Dec 6, 2007
this car is very easy to drive and it is very comfortable. It also has a peculiar shape which is everlasting in the memory of everyone.
1961 Volkswagen Beetle Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Hatchback | -- |
| Cabriolet | -- |
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