aussie spec trim???

mango60 Learner Dubber

4 posts · joined Dec 2009 · 11 Dec 2009, 8:24 am

#751709

Hi I have a 1960 mango green original paint beetle which started its life in Brisbane
and is very close to rust-free which is a rarity over here in the UK. I am trying to find out as much as I can about the deluxe trim that I understand was fitted as an option to some aussie beetles?? ..The link above shows it..I was hoping someone could shed some light on its origin and possibly help me to find some as it would be great if I could source some original trim!! Please email vw1970deluxe@yahoo.com Thanks

polak Everything is alright with enough Vodka :P

913 posts · joined May 2009 · 11 Dec 2009, 9:10 am

#751724

hi, if its the pic i think u mean, that trim is called a flash kit, it was an optional dealer fitted accessory and is pretty hard to find.... try our for sale section... last time i saw a set up on ebay was about 3yrs ago... 1st and last time iv seen them.

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mango60 Learner Dubber

4 posts · joined Dec 2009 · 11 Dec 2009, 9:32 am

#751727

Thanks bud,thats great,I appreciate your reply!

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12,785 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 11 Dec 2009, 12:44 pm

#751749

Wolfsberg?? in Melbourne do a repo of these for $550 incl clips

Do a search and you will find the link

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11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 11 Dec 2009, 2:43 pm

#751768

mango60 wrote:Hi I have a 1960 mango green original paint beetle which started its life in Brisbane
and is very close to rust-free which is a rarity over here in the UK. I am trying to find out as much as I can about the deluxe trim that I understand was fitted as an option to some aussie beetles?? ..The link above shows it..I was hoping someone could shed some light on its origin and possibly help me to find some as it would be great if I could source some original trim!! Please email vw1970deluxe@yahoo.com Thanks

they were fitted by the VW dealers here in Australia...
they are very rare to find these days...

Wolfsburg Automotive in Victoria have New flash kits...
Very expensive... but the correct shape etc..
formed ends etc..
no cut off chrome/stainless steel strips...

LEE

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