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Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042649
Well Hello everyone. I haven't been here in a very long time but still, good to see Veedubbers is going strong. I thought, seeing my latest discovery isn't a bus Id better post it on the general VW forum I am a member on.

I've been in Japan for the year and looking in everyone's back yard every opportunity from the daily commute, i managed to spot what i first thought was a bus. At least from the back it appeared so. Paid better attention next time I whizzed past and though I'd never seen one before, recognised it as a type 147 or Fridolin (colloq.) It had vines growing through it and it has lots of rust streaks. Thought Id drop in on the property and see if I could have a gander. The owner said the vehicle was not his but I was welcome to have a good look and take some photos. Well, its pretty rotten in some places but nowhere near gone like the shop owner thinks (he's no welder). So I asked whether the owner would pass it on? Its taken about three months to get to this point but the owner said he's never likely to get around to fixing it up. It has mild mods but all complete. the owner took out the glass and the steering wheel and bumpers so they'd be looked after but it meant the rain has well and truly had its way.
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042650
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042651


Real Fuch wheels, gene burg shifter, stroked, bored, twin carbs, air conditioner (😠) Driver recaro.

Its the original block and I think its a '71.
There are alot of parts in the car and a really neat pair of rubber thongs.
Owner has all the glass, bumpers and the steering wheel which are all unobtanium.

Its a mess but... not many of these left in the world.
Now to work out how to bring it home with me.
Cheers
Dale
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042652
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042653
don't know about you but I'm seeing something like this (rose coloured glasses)

WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,785 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1042654
Wow ....great score!

Love a German Looker Frid!
But a ratty GL is kook as well

Are they genuine Fuchs on it?

And a spy a Recaro in there as well
Futue te ipsum!!!

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,785 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1042655
Oh - and glad you have come back home to AVD
Futue te ipsum!!!

hulbyw Insano Dub Head

819 posts · joined Sep 2009 ·

#1042658
Very cool car. Hope you are successful in retrieving it back to Australia.

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042661
Hi, a few more details.. Recaro drivers seat, genuine fuchs. Original 40hp block but capacity is 1800cc with twin carbs, heads cam barrels crank and rods. (full details on the way). Nakata diesel heater and air conditioning fitted (under dash unit). Owner says it goes like stink.

I am able to buy this thing and as much as I want it finances are tight with shipping and relocating family back home and such. If anyone is aching for it get in touch and we'll work out a deal. I have a Nov 25th deadline for shipping costs and paying the owner so if you're into it don't dally contacting me.
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

hellbugged 48's and straight cuts

5,080 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·

#1042666
Try some of your old mates in Melbourne.....this will be snapped up in a heart beat down down there

HappyDaze Superannuated

2,887 posts · joined Jun 2009 ·

#1042667
It's so cool, you could call it The Fridge...😎
I'd rather wear a Beetle out by racing it than by polishing it!

STIDUB Over it.

1,497 posts · joined Jun 2008 ·

#1042668
It's amazing whats sitting in rural Japanese yards/paddocks 👍
Volkswagen Drivers Club of Queensland - member 🙂

STIDUB - yep its still a work in progress

Vwdcq club car racing/ and crashing while my bug isn't finished.

The above are personal views, no more, no less

Zimblewinder Seriously Crusin Dubber

109 posts · joined Feb 2004 ·

#1042850
On its way down, but not for me🥲 Keep an eye out locally.

Cheers
Dale
WTB - Splitbus valance, rear bumper, 36hp+tin, rear seats, 3 wheels

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,785 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1042853
Whoo Hoo!

Someone has a new toy and a great ride potentially saved
Futue te ipsum!!!