This is an original Volkswagen of South Africa Ltd. Instruction Manual for the Volkswagen 1300 and 1600 Sedan, dated October 1971. Produced specifically for the South African market, this factory-issued owner's handbook is presented in the distinctive dual-language format, with the English section beginning from one cover and the Afrikaans section from the opposite end, making it an authentic and practical reference for owners of locally produced Volkswagen Beetles.
This Volkswagen 1300 and 1600 manual covers all aspects of ownership and operation, including vehicle identification, controls, routine maintenance, lubrication schedules, technical specifications, safety information and general operating procedures. It also includes factory illustrations and diagrams intended to assist owners with the proper care and maintenance of their vehicles. As an original publication from Volkswagen of South Africa, it represents an increasingly scarce piece of motoring history and is considerably more desirable than modern reproductions.
Original South African Volkswagen literature has become highly collectible in recent years, particularly among enthusiasts restoring period-correct Beetles or assembling complete documentation packs for classic vehicles. Whether accompanying a restored car, complementing a collection of Volkswagen memorabilia, or serving as a useful workshop reference, this Volkswagen 1300 handbook is a genuine factory publication from the early 1970s and an attractive addition to any classic motoring library.
Condition - Fair
1971 dual-language paperback with English and Afrikaans sections beginning from opposite ends of the book. Covers are moderately worn with creasing, handling marks and a split at the upper end of the spine. Internally complete with dog-eared pages, age-related page toning, foxing and general signs of use throughout, but remains entirely readable and suitable as an original reference copy.
