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1953 - 1957 Oval Beetle

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/94542/1953-1957-oval-beetle

MrsBahBah ·

I'm looking for a solid, straight and original 53' - 57' Oval Beetle with minimal rust. I'd prefer one that's driveable and complete. I'm located in South East Qld, however I am willing to travel to look at the vehicle. So if you have an Oval you're thinking of selling, or know a friend of a friend who is, I look forward to seeing your post below or receiving a PM. Thanks!

ian.mezz ·

check carsales.com.au
there are a few ovals priced from about $9000 to $35000
there is even a Herbie bug for $250000

ragged ·

How much do you expect to pay? I have a march '55 built that I am planning to drive from Adelaide to the nationals in Sydney in 2012 for the purpose of selling.
Cheers Dave

Sides ·

Calcool's oval would have to be pretty close to fitting the bill I reckon...

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=92507#pid878104

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bushed ·

get my KG60 instead baba
tradin any vw?

MrsBahBah ·

Cheers Ian, I'll check out carsales.

MrsBahBah ·

ragged wrote:How much do you expect to pay? I have a march '55 built that I am planning to drive from Adelaide to the nationals in Sydney in 2012 for the purpose of selling.
Cheers Dave
It all depends on the condition of the vehicle. When are nationals? I'll be heading to Valla in August, but hope to have one before then. If I PM you my email address are you happy to send some pics?

Cheers.

MrsBahBah ·

Sides wrote:Calcool's oval would have to be pretty close to fitting the bill I reckon...

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=92507#pid878104

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I have recently viewed calcools oval, it's definitely on my radar and a very nice oval indeed

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MrsBahBah ·

bushed wrote:get my KG60 instead baba
tradin any vw?
I'm definitely a beetle girl b, so no thanks :o) And I haven't got any VWs right now.

bushed ·

much safer and flasher and economicaller on fuel irs dual brakes and disc front
get calcools and enjoy then

lardo ·

Try this one
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=93196

MrsBahBah ·

Cheers Lardo, it's a schmick looking oval however Im not really after one that's already been restored, thanks though.

ian.mezz ·

best to buy one that is in good order and with newer running gear as the 1200 motor is slowwww and gear box crunches
eg newer 1600 motor
newer model gearbox
brakes
It just makes them so much better to drive.😊

bushed ·

and easier to flip/roll Ian, also the brakes the 12 volt and it will no longer be an original collector classic

best add a compensator spring and 2 wider wheels at the back only

ian.mezz ·

yeah them items toooooo 😊
nothing that you cant change back one day.😊

bushed ·

been /ooking for comp spring
do know who has them >
last one i fitted was in 67 !!!