1956 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 Manual
NSW • Private
35
Odometer84,680km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
A rare opportunity to own one of the most original 1950s Australian-built CKD Volkswagen Beetles on the market today. This 1956 example remains completely unrestored, proudly wearing every bit of its history, character, and charm.
Key Features:
• Australian-built CKD (Complete Knock Down) model – 1956
• Original Ivory paint with genuine patina and proudly retained battle scars
• Original Green interior – untouched and beautifully aged
• Original 1200cc engine, showing 84,860 miles
• Original transmission
•. 6 volts
• Original South Australian number plate
• First sold by Light Motors, Adelaide, South Australia
• Fully roadworthy
This Beetle is as authentic as they come—an honest survivor that has never been restored, modified, or modernised. A true time capsule for collectors who value originality over perfection.
Serious enquiries welcome. A special piece of Volkswagen history waiting for its next custodian.
Car details
øVehicle description
1200 Sedan 2dr Man 4sp 1200 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Beige
Interior colour
Green
Body type
Sedan, 2 doors, 4 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1200L
Fuel consumption combined‡
8.3 L/100km
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
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Build date
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Compliance date
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Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-19935463
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Rear
Engine Size (cc)
1192cc
Engine Size (L)
1.2L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
Horizontal
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
6.6
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
26.9kW @ 3700rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
37.9kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
40L
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Fuel Consumption Combined‡
8.3L/100km
Fuel Average Distance
482km
CO2 Emission Combined
200g/km
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4070mm
Width
1540mm
Height
1500mm
Wheelbase
2400mm
Track Front
1290mm
Track Rear
1250mm
Kerb Weight
710kg
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1955
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
1200
Series
1200
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
4
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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Paul is the sellerLocation
Terrey Hills, NSW 2084
Member since
2013
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‡ This is an estimated figure calculated with reference to ADR 81/02 and is made on the assumption the vehicle is at maximum factory fuel/energy capacity. It does not take into account factors such as individual driving habits, terrains and driving conditions which may vary depending on the driver and the vehicle.
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