Magenta Classic Buggy

Endless Summer, Incarnate: A Magenta Metallic Surf Sled

To understand the California surf scene of the 1960s and '70s, you need to understand the beach buggy. It wasn't just a car; it was a passport to freedom, a mobile clubhouse for sun-bleached surfers, and the essential tool for chasing the perfect wave. This machine, dripping in Magenta Metallic flake, is that iconic era reborn, a rolling testament to a culture built on sun, sand, and style.

The vibe is pure psychedelic sunshine. The Magenta Metallic flake finish is a head-turner, a colour that captures the spirit of a hazy sunset over the Pacific.

While the classic buggy often ran on smoothies or stock steel wheels, this one kicks it up a notch with a set of aggressive 15" Ultra Type 50 Wheels. Their deep-dish, five-spoke design adds a touch of German hot-rod aggression. The Cooper Cobra tyres wrap them perfectly, with gnarly 255/70R15s on the 8J rears digging in for launch and the 215/65R15s on the 7J fronts biting into coastal corners. This is a buggy built to handle the tarmac as confidently as it cruises the sand.

The interior is a perfect blend of form and function. The BB Clubman Seats offer the period-correct bucket look, essential for keeping you planted when the roads get twisty on the way to from the beach. The dash, however, is a secret upgrade for the discerning driver. The classic Porsche 944 gauges with chrome bezels and auxiliary VDO gauges are a brilliant touch and of course, the Vintage Speed Black Mamba Gear Shifter is the jewel in the crown. It’s a tactile, precise piece of engineering that makes shifting through the gears a joy, connecting the driver directly to the heart of the machine.

And what a heart it is. The 1600cc twin-port engine, juiced by a pair of 34 ICT carburetors, is the soul of the classic California soundtrack. The engine note is a classic air-cooled flat-four symphony—a throaty, mechanical burble at idle that erupts into a enthusiastic, buzzing roar as the revs climb.

Crowned with a bikini-style soft top, this buggy is the ultimate expression of the surf lifestyle. It’s for those days when the sun is high, the waves are pumping, and the only thing between you and the horizon is a winding strip of asphalt. It’s not just a car; it’s a piece of living history, a magenta metallic bolt of lightning capturing the endless summer dream.