2008 Volkswagen New BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE
2008 Volkswagen New BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE (VIN 3VWFW31C18M521141). Photos, auction details and vehicle specs. Primary damage: Right Front. Odometer: 190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt).
Vehicle overview
This page shows the available auction record for 2008 Volkswagen New BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE identified by VIN 3VWFW31C18M521141. Auction source: IAAI • Sale date: Wed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST). Title status reported in the record: SALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia). Reported damage: primary: Right Front, secondary: Right Rear. Recorded odometer entry: 190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt). Photo set: 16 images (as provided by the listing source).
This 2008 Volkswagen New BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE was listed via IAAI on Wed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST).
Title status: SALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia). Primary damage reported: Right Front. Secondary damage: Right Rear.
Odometer reading: 190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt).
Engine: 2.5L I-5 DOHC, VVT, 150HP. Transmission: Automatic Transmission. Fuel: Gasoline. Drive: Front Wheel Drive.
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Auction History
Vehicle Specs
| Auction | IAAI |
|---|---|
| Auction date | Wed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST) |
| Title | SALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia) |
|---|---|
| Primary damage | Right Front |
| Secondary damage | Right Rear |
| Key present | Present |
| Start code | Run & Drive |
| Drive line | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 DOHC, VVT, 150HP |
| Cylinders | 5 Cylinders |
| Transmission | Automatic Transmission |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| VIN | 3VWFW31C18M521141 |
|---|---|
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | New |
| Year | 2008 |
| Trim / Package | BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE |
Key takeaways
- VIN: 3VWFW31C18M521141.
- Title status in this record: SALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia).
- Auction: IAAI • Date: Wed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST).
- Primary damage: Right Front.
- Secondary damage: Right Rear.
- Odometer entry: 190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt).
- Powertrain: engine 2.5L I-5 DOHC, VVT, 150HP, transmission Automatic Transmission.
- Photos available: 16.
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Quick Facts
- AuctionIAAI
- Auction dateWed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST)
- TitleSALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia)
- Primary damageRight Front
- Secondary damageRight Rear
- Odometer190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt)
- TransmissionAutomatic Transmission
- FuelGasoline
- DriveFront Wheel Drive
- Engine2.5L I-5 DOHC, VVT, 150HP
- Cylinders5 Cylinders
Vehicle Information
| Auction Date | Wed Jan 22, 2025, 08:30AM (CST) |
|---|---|
| Auction Name | IAAI |
| Selling Branch | N/A |
| Stock Number | N/A |
| Vehicle | 2008 Volkswagen New BEETLE COUPE BLACK TIE EDITION/TRIPLE WHITE |
| VIN | 3VWFW31C18M521141 |
| Title | SALVAGE CERTIFICATE (West Virginia) |
| Primary Damage | Right Front |
| Secondary Damage | Right Rear |
| Odometer | 190,074 mi (Not Required/Exempt) |
| Key Present | Present |
| Start Code | Run & Drive |
| Drive Line Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Cylinders | 5 Cylinders |
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 DOHC, VVT, 150HP |
| Transmission | Automatic Transmission |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Restraint System | Front impact airbag driver;Front side impact airbag driver;Front impact airbag passenger;Front side impact airbag passenger;Head airbag |