October Classic and Performance Auction

This vehicle is going up for live auction at the Sunday Drive October Classic & Performance Auction.
Sunday 19th October, 2pm Sunday Drives new flagship showroom & auction venue, Highbrook, Auckland

Register now to bid in person or online via the Auctions page on the Sunday Drive website. Viewing nights to be announced soon, all vehicles come with pre-purchase inspections available on request, sign up for catalogue releasees and alerts on the website too.

Reserve price is significantly lower than list price
Price guide: $20,000 $30,000
Buyers premium: 5% (including GST)

Up for sale is a 1970 VW Beetle, powered by the trusty 1500cc air-cooled engine. Finished in red with a tidy black interior, this Beetle is complete, road ready, and offers all the charm youd expect from one of the most iconic cars ever built.

About the Beetle:
The Volkswagen Beetle is more than just a car its a cultural icon. Built on legendary German engineering, the Beetle earned its reputation for bulletproof reliability, simplicity, and fun-to-drive character. In many ways, it became known as the poor mans Porsche, sharing its air-cooled DNA with its more exotic cousin while offering an affordable entry into classic motoring.

Highlights of this Example:

1500cc air-cooled flat-four simple, reliable, and full of character

Older restoration that still presents very well

Red exterior / black interior classic colour combo

Road ready, tidy, and complete enjoy immediately

A fun, affordable classic that turns heads everywhere it goes

The 1970 Beetle represents the perfect balance of vintage charm and everyday usability. Its light, economical, and fun, with that unmistakable flat-four soundtrack and a driving feel that is pure nostalgia.

Whether youre looking for a first classic, a weekend cruiser, or simply a piece of automotive history that always sparks conversation, this air-cooled beauty ticks all the boxes.

Welcome to Sunday Drive

Our Church Street Showroom is viewing and test drive by appointment so please make contact first so we can explain the process and create a great experience. You are however welcome to call in 7 days a week to view New Zealands coolest 3 level Car Showroom and of course all the cool cars, you can book appointments live by using the 'book a test drive' button.

With a full time professional finance manager on site and finance facilities with New Zealand's top lenders, we can offer you a Fast, Friendly and Easy process that competes with any lenders or Banks. A full range of accessories and Autosure insurance products are available. Get a pre-approval with our quick online application, use the 'Get Pre-Approval' button.

We are the Nations #1 Consignment Dealer for helping Kiwi drivers sell cool and unique vehicles. If you are looking to sell an American or Australian classic / muscle, European Classic or High end sports car, late model well speced Ute or SUV talk to us today.

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