Rare 1971 Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback - RHD

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly original, well-sorted 1971 Volkswagen Type 3 1600 Notchback. This factory right-hand drive example was built in Melbourne, Australia (July 1971) and spent its early life in a dry climate, avoiding the structural issues often seen in European-delivery cars. Key Specifications Year: 1971 (long-nose) Engine: 1600cc air-cooled, twin carburettor Transmission: Manual Colour: Original Honey Brown / Gold Heater: Fully functional (strong heat exchangers) Ownership: 12 years current keeper Mechanical Condition Starts easily, runs smoothly, and drives exactly as a sorted Type 3 should. Maintained regularly with consistent servicing and oil changes. Recent work includes new brake calipers and fluid, gearbox oil service, and new tie rod ends with bushes. Gearbox selection is smooth; the car feels tight, composed, and ready to enjoy. Interior & Originality Remarkably original cabin. Uncut dashboard with only minor age-related cracks. Working period radio. Correct light vinyl seats, factory brightwork, and charming period picnic accessories (flask, cooler, rug). Included “Refresh” Spares Package A large collection of new-in-box parts: Full interior kit (headliner, seat covers, door cards) Complete rubber seal kit (windows, boot, engine bay) Chrome VW hubcaps, boxed sun visors, original NSW plate Original spare key, toolkit with jack, owner’s manual, and Haynes manual Body & Structure Structurally very solid thanks to its Australian origins. Not concealed with fresh underseal, allowing full visibility. Some honest surface patina underneath and in the engine bay, but floors remain strong for a 50+ year-old VW. Light oil dampness around the transaxle is typical and would benefit from seals. Paint shows minor age-related imperfections consistent with use. The Type 3 Notchback is far rarer than the Beetle and increasingly desirable in RHD form. Original, usable examples like this are becoming hard to find.