1,400cc Okrasa-Powered 1955 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe

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This 1955 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe was initially delivered to Riviera Motors in San Francisco and remained with its first owner until 1967. The car would undergo periods of refurbishment while under the care of its second owner, who retained the car for 47 years before it was passed down to his son. Under subsequent ownership, the car was fitted with an Okrasa Motor Werks 1,400cc flat-four, and it received a repaint in gray and a refresh of the interior. A 12-volt electrical system, an Abarth-style exhaust system, and Solex carburetors were also installed. Shifting is through a four-speed manu

• Make: Volkswagen
• Model: Beetle (Oval Window)
• Year: 1955
• Transmission: Four-speed manual transaxle
• Engine: Okrasa-Built 1,400cc Flat-Four
• Drivetrain: RWD
• VIN: 10872921