WTB - NSW - Beetle with disc brakes and 1500cc + Engine

benny_acko Officially Full-On Dubber

253 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 5 Sep 2011, 9:00 pm

#860437

Hey guys
After a Beetle with Disc Brakes on the front and an engine with the capacity of 1500cc or larger - the bigger the better 🙂
And little or no rust (a big ask?) is preferable.
I have a budget of approximately $10,000.
Is this a realistic aim?
Im located in Sydney and something I can inspect easily would be great.
Cheers

1967 VW Beetle Deluxe

68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 6 Sep 2011, 12:26 am

#860489

Hi
there are always beetles for sale on ebay...
and usually plenty on here for sale

You should get a good rust free car for $10,000

the 1968 >1970 Beetle had front disc brakes and 1500cc engines. Most would probably be 1600cc by now...

Superbugs from 1971 model had front discs and 1600 engine

The L Beetle [1303} with large curved windscreen was also 1600 engine with disc brakes.

The 1976 Beetle [last model in Australia] has front discs, 1600 engine and IRS rear suspension.. and the same windscreen as the 1968 beetle..

cheers

LEE

- Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY---

Brass Munky Casual Dubber

35 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 6 Sep 2011, 12:49 pm

#860559

10k could get your something solid... I built my 59 for less than that... Disc brakes, narrowed, dropped spindles, 1916cc... It helps if you can do some of the work yourself though!

benny_acko Officially Full-On Dubber

253 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 6 Sep 2011, 8:16 pm

#860660

Yeah sweet Brass Munky - cheers
Love the numberplates!!
Anywhere I can check out some pics of your bug?

Thanks also Lee.I think I prefer the pre early '70s.In what year did all the problems with the rust in the little rear window vents begin due to the water getting trapped in the foam?From what I have read i believe the 1302/1303 have a fair few problems.

1967 VW Beetle Deluxe

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 6 Sep 2011, 8:22 pm

#860662

true 1302/1303 have a bit of a problem with rust - but they come with a lot of standard benefits
12V, disc brakes, indicators, suspension that works.

You need to choose they style of car you want and go for that

Your budget is fair to get a good car

Futue te ipsum!!!

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 6 Sep 2011, 8:23 pm

#860663

this is GREAT value and still available

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=80724&page=1#pid751397

I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409

68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 6 Sep 2011, 8:42 pm

#860670

benny_acko wrote:Hey guys
After a Beetle with Disc Brakes on the front and an engine with the capacity of 1500cc or larger - the bigger the better 🙂
And little or no rust (a big ask?) is preferable.
I have a budget of approximately $10,000.
Is this a realistic aim?
Im located in Sydney and something I can inspect easily would be great.
Cheers

Hi Ben

check out the car on VW54 post - a 1969 Beetle for sale -
semi auto... excellent model car....

check out the pics for $9000

looks like a new one...

LEE

PS: the beetles with the flow thru ventilation vents behind the rear side windows can have a lot of rust problems...
1971 Models >> had them...

the 2003 beetles made in Mexico had the groove in the side..
but NO VENTS... lol

I'd check out that car....

LEE

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- Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY---

benny_acko Officially Full-On Dubber

253 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 6 Sep 2011, 9:22 pm

#860687

Looks good except its a semi auto!

1967 VW Beetle Deluxe

68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 7 Sep 2011, 12:40 am

#860719

they are an excellent car...
still change gears but no clutch pedal

start driving in any gear....

PLUS they have the IRS rear suspension that the Supers had later on...

Fully imported made in Germany...

LEE

- Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY---

evsky Seriously Crusin Dubber

125 posts · joined Sep 2008 · 7 Sep 2011, 7:15 pm

#860802

This ones in the local paper up here on the coast. Its a 1300 though 72 model avocado green with fold back sunroof, rear opening windows rego 03/2012 rego plate vw7272 $7'950 0414476325 I dont know the owner but my old man is friends with her. Its a very clean car just needs rims and a good slamming and some twin carbs slapped on u should be able to do that with the change Cheers Ev

Paulc1964au Custom Title Time!

1,627 posts · joined Mar 2010 · 7 Sep 2011, 8:06 pm

#860817

this is perfect for what you want
1970 beetle

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splitty51 Seriously Crusin Dubber

138 posts · joined Mar 2005 · 7 Sep 2011, 9:33 pm

#860833

Pm sent

Azamagnum Learner Dubber

10 posts · joined Jun 2010 · 8 Sep 2011, 6:13 am

#860863

Benny_acko,
we are looking for a similar thing too.
can any leads be flicked my way too please. After youve dismissed them of course - dont want to jump the que !
We are near wollongong but can inspect in sydney too.
cheers,
Aaron

scot70wagon Wolfsburg Wizard

543 posts · joined Sep 2010 · 8 Sep 2011, 4:18 pm

#860911

i have a 74 beetle with a 1776 engine, dual carbs, alternator. interior is redone, has 4 wheel disc brakes and a nice coat of paint. asking 5000 in newcastle

ALL GOOD THINGS HAPPEN IN NEWCASTLE. JUST ASK A NOVACASTRIAN :🥷🥷🥷!!

Azamagnum Learner Dubber

10 posts · joined Jun 2010 · 12 Sep 2011, 8:36 pm

#861734

I should say that I'd prefer pre cresent vents which I think is 71?
cheers
Aaron

benny_acko Officially Full-On Dubber

253 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 13 Sep 2011, 2:23 pm

#861851

Pm sent scot70wagon

1967 VW Beetle Deluxe

zayus Wolfsburg Wizard

437 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 13 Sep 2011, 6:21 pm

#861880

Dubbin' Dan's 1970 Beetle looks great.
Have you checked it out?

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=92151

wattletree Learner Dubber

9 posts · joined Nov 2011 · 2 Nov 2011, 10:43 am

#869962

Hi I have a 1976 "L" superbug I am thinking of selling I am located in southrn highlands if this is what u r thinking of?

benny_acko Officially Full-On Dubber

253 posts · joined Aug 2011 · 2 Nov 2011, 9:14 pm

#870085

thanks wattletree but i was looking for something a little earlier...ideally would like one prior to the vertical headlight models (not sure what year this started - '67/'68?)
Thanks anyhow

1967 VW Beetle Deluxe

DubCrazy Custom Title Time!

1,295 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 3 Nov 2011, 6:31 am

#870110

i have a 68 1500 with a 1600 engine fitted.. just had over 6 grand spent on mechanics.. drop me a message ad ill fill u in with details......

steff.....

Life with out a v-dub is no life at all!!!!!