1970 Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback

10/9/2025

$4,000

SOLD ON 10/09/2025

DETAILS

GALLERY

Make

Volkswagen

Model

Type 3 Fastback

Year

1970

VIN

3102160064

Odometer

56,239 Km* Indicated

Odometer Unit

Kilometre

Lot Number

23798

Location

Melbourne, VIC

This 1970 Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback is a largely original, Australian-assembled example showing 56,239 km* on the odometer. Finished in Clementine over a black interior, it retains its period charm with mild patina and factory detailing throughout. Built from a CKD (completely knocked down) kit imported from Wolfsburg and assembled at Volkswagen’s Clayton, Victoria facility, this car is a long-nose Fastback and was first registered in July 1970.

The current owner has had the car for nine years, during which it has travelled just 4000 km. It’s believed to have had only three owners from new.


Servicing has been handled exclusively by German automotive specialists including Benzmobile, Tin God Solutions, and Bruno Fink's Motor Repairs. Notable mechanical attention includes reconditioned twin carburetors, fuel hose replacement, a new accelerator cable, and a new main oil seal. The car is said to start reliably with only a minor oil weep typical of air-cooled Volkswagens of this age. Mechanically, it drives well and the engine is described as strong and dependable. However, some electrical attention is required, the indicators are currently inoperative due to a faulty relay (a spare is supplied with the car).


Cosmetically, the paint displays a level of patina consistent with age and use, while various areas show rust bubbling or wear: visible corrosion is present under the front and rear windscreen rubbers, around the boot lid, in the driver’s door, and on the lower section of the front guards. The passenger guard also shows signs of cracking and rust from an older repair. The rear chrome bumper and exhaust system show some surface corrosion. Inside, the black interior presents in honest, original condition with no major faults reported. It has been left largely untouched, showcasing factory switchgear and upholstery. The car rides on a set of Porsche 914 alloy wheels with whitewall tyres and is fitted with Hella fog lamps and dark window tinting.


This Fastback is registered in Victoria until 01/12/2025. As per Trading Garage Terms and Conditions, although Trading Garage has completed the following checks, bidders must satisfy themselves to the accuracy of the description and do any research they feel necessary before bidding. There are no security interests registered on the PPSR against the serial number and it is not recorded as written off or stolen.

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