1950 Volkswagen Beetle
The 1950 Volkswagen Beetle (Split Window) is sold for $72,449 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 1950 Volkswagen Beetle (Split Window)auction.
This 1950 Volkswagen Beetle is a remarkable piece of automotive history, having been meticulously refurbished by renowned Volkswagen specialists Neil and Don Emory after being acquired from its original owner in 1964. With only 201 miles shown on the odometer, this vehicle is a true collector's item, preserved in excellent condition and displayed in a museum setting. The car features a classic black paint job, beige cloth upholstery, and unique elements like trafficators and ribbed bumpers that highlight its vintage charm. This Beetle is perfect for enthusiasts looking to add a rare gem to their collection, offering a blend of nostalgia and classic engineering that is hard to come by in today's market.
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Beetle (Split Window)
- Year: 1950
- Transmission: Four-speed manual transaxle
- Engine: 1,131cc Flat-Four
- Drivetrain: RWD
- VIN: 10144466
Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This 1950 Volkswagen Beetle was reportedly acquired by Chick Iverson, a California Volkswagen dealer, from its original owner in 1964, and a refurbishment was carried out over the next few years by Neil and Don Emory. In 1996 the car was acquired by Lorenzo Pearson, the late owner of West Coast Metr
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1950 Volkswagen Beetle — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary
This 1950 Volkswagen Beetle is a remarkable piece of automotive history, having been meticulously refurbished by renowned Volkswagen specialists Neil and Don Emory after being acquired from its original owner in 1964. With only 201 miles shown on the odometer, this vehicle is a true collector's item, preserved in excellent condition and displayed in a museum setting. The car features a classic black paint job, beige cloth upholstery, and unique elements like trafficators and ribbed bumpers that highlight its vintage charm. This Beetle is perfect for enthusiasts looking to add a rare gem to their collection, offering a blend of nostalgia and classic engineering that is hard to come by in today's market.
- Sold price
- $72,449
- Fair value estimate
- $9,793
- Fair value range
- $4,201 - $11,302
- Confidence
- HIGH
- Comparable sales analyzed
- 15
- Deal verdict
- overpriced
- Condition
- Excellent (10/10)
- Bids
- 30
- Listing views
- 8,809
Highlights
- Chassis: 10144466
- 201 Miles Shown, TMU
- 1,131cc Flat-Four
- Four-Speed Manual Transaxle
- Black Paint
- Split Rear Window
- Aluminum Side Moldings
- Trafficators