Type 3 Station Wagon WANTED (Automatic)

ACE_76 · 10 Feb 2006, 10:03 am

Hi, we're looking for a later model type 3 stationwagon (Variant). Preferably Automatic, long-nose type, in 'original' condition (or mildly customised - eg. wider wheels OK). Preferably a light and/or original colour, eg. Antarctica White. Must be in good order, ie. not requiring MAJOR bodywork or rust repair. We're prepared to pay for a car in top condition. Please UTU or E-mail us. Any leads mucho appreciated. Thanks!

[ Edited on 11-2-2006 by ACE_76 ]

[ Edited on 13-9-2006 by ACE_76 ]

kabv · 10 Feb 2006, 11:12 am

there was a pink square on here not long ago

62deluxe · 10 Feb 2006, 2:42 pm

I'm thinking of selling my 69 but it's a manual........

ACE_76 · 11 Feb 2006, 2:10 pm

Thanks folks. Have now seen the thread on pink one. We're after something perhaps a bit more original, a bit less pink, and with a bit less rust. Otherwise that one would fit the bill. We're prepared to wait for the right car, & the more original looking the better, though re-sprayed is fine of course. As i said we'd be prepared to pay for the best available. If we can't find an auto. we would consider a manual. If you have any leads or maybe a suitable car, please e-mail, phone or UTU as you see fit.

62deluxe · 11 Feb 2006, 4:17 pm

My square.......

62deluxe · 11 Feb 2006, 4:18 pm

This is an older pic.
Since then I've added clear front indicators and fixed the dent in the door (did a panel beating class!!) Got enough spare panels and parts for another car, well nearly.

ACE_76 · 16 Feb 2006, 4:22 pm

Thanks 62deluxe, looks good. Have thought about it and we really want an automatic though if possible, so we'll look for an original automatic first, & only go for a manual once we've given up that hope.

62deluxe · 16 Feb 2006, 10:58 pm

Try Peter Curran, he has a 69 auto square that he is restoring and is going to sell...
03 62492 735. Tell him Jeremy told you about it. Nice car too.

62deluxe · 18 Feb 2006, 1:19 am

Oh and did I mention that it's white!!

ACE_76 · 22 Feb 2006, 10:59 am

Thanks 62del. Have arranged to see it. All sounds good.

Andy · 28 Feb 2006, 5:29 pm

Howdy Ace!
Had any luck with tracking one down yet?
They seem pretty thin on the ground these days, wouldn't mind one myself :thumb

ACE_76 · 1 Mar 2006, 9:25 am

No Andy , we're taking our time, hopefully to find the right car (ie. in "top" condition). Also advertising, asking, and looking around. We're really after a late auto, which makes the search hard. Auto is the big boss's imperative, not my choice. Wagons seem to have had a higher attrition rate than Fast & notch-backs in recent years, partly due to greater rust problems it seems (rear widow & rear sill).

Andy · 1 Mar 2006, 3:50 pm

If you don't find one, there's also the option to convert manual to auto.
Have not looked into it myself, but apparently not too hard if you have the auto box + shifter etc.
Did you see this reply?
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=48836#pid459800
😉

ACE_76 · 1 Mar 2006, 11:34 pm

I hadn't thought of that. Have heard of Auto to manual of course. Will think about that idea/check costs etc. Thanks!

Andy · 2 Mar 2006, 9:30 am

I think "midlife crisis" has done the swap
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=43612#pid405855

Midlife crisis · 4 Mar 2006, 3:54 pm

Yep.........went from manual to auto in our(now daughters) fastie......not that hard to do.

Klaus · 5 Mar 2006, 11:21 am

I know of one up here in wollongong . Its a 72 light brown auto wagon , havent had a close look but owner swears its in top condition ( behind 6ft fencing). If keen I can track a number down for you.