The 1977 model year was the final year the standard hardtop Beetle was offered in North America, and this example is finished in Bahama Blue Metallic. Exterior equipment includes a steel sunroof, a left-side mirror, chrome impact-absorbing bumpers, black running boards, and fender-mounted front turn signals. Assorted scratches and chips on the body along and pitting on portions of the chrome are shown in the gallery below. Photos of paint-meter readings from multiple panels are also provided in…
The 1977 model year was the final year the standard hardtop Beetle was offered in North America, and this example is finished in Bahama Blue Metallic. Exterior equipment includes a steel sunroof, a left-side mirror, chrome impact-absorbing bumpers, black running boards, and fender-mounted front turn signals. Assorted scratches and chips on the body along and pitting on portions of the chrome are shown in the gallery below. Photos of paint-meter readings from multiple panels are also provided in the gallery.
Lemmerz 15” wheels wear VW-branded center caps and are mounted with Dunlop thin-whitewall tires. A matching spare is found in the front trunk, and stopping power is provided by drum brakes at all four corners.
The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench with Slate leatherette upholstery over gray carpeting. Color-coordinated materials cover the headliner, rear trim, and door panels. Shoulder belts are provided up front along with retractable lap belts in the rear, and the car is equipped with a heated rear window. Stains present on the right door sill are included in the gallery below.
A Wolfsburg-branded steering wheel frames a VDO 100-mph speedometer featuring an inset fuel gauge. The five-digit odometer shows 137 miles, 13 of which have been added by the current owner. The push-button cassette radio does not search or tune, and the under-dash air conditioning unit does not blow cold.
The air-cooled 1.6L flat-four features Bosch fuel injection and was rated at 48 horsepower when new. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transaxle.
Additional photos showing the suspension, chassis, and driveline, as well as corrosion on portions of the mechanical components and interior of the bumpers are presented in the gallery below.