Hi everyone,

im just a new member to your forum and in the VW world, and im looking at purchasing my first Beetle...I have always liked them ...and now that i have been to a few VeeDubb shows, recently today the VW Nationals here in Sydney, at Fairfield showground ...i would really like to buy one ...

im looking for a beetle in fair/original condition,running ( if possible, no need to be registered/complete ) no later than 1967...i have seen some of the beetles for sale in the forum also.If anyone knows of or has ...please let me know or pm me i guess..For some of the Vw i have seen on this forum ...boy they are nice ...

thank you for your time

Mikey

you should tell us what your budget is and it will help to decide on the choices. there was a few nice beetles for sale today that you could have picked up...

my advice for now is dont rush into buying one.have a good look around and take them for a drive. they all drive differently.you can get some good bargains if you look around,and if your in doubt dont buy it....its not fun buying one that you thinks nice but was blinded by inticipation then later on you realy go over the car to you dissapointment....

good luck and welcome to AVD,your addiction has just started....peace..

Welcome onboard...sure youll find the VW community on here very helpful

thanks guys...

i know my budget at the moment is round $3000...i know its not much , but with bills and stuff as you all know i cant save fast enough...

so my budget would be around the $2500 - $ 3000

Were abouts do u live? maby someone near by can show you what to look for ie rust areas etc. i bought my bug for 2 thou 3 years ago spent a far bit on it sence but it was a great start good motor and no rust

heres my thread hope that helps
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=45913#pid554020 
if you live near tamworth id be happy to help
cheers deon

Take some time to consider what model you want, oval window or pre 67 shape, also consider if you want 6 or 12 volts, as it will be a lot cheaper to buy a car that has already been converted.

sgetty and Mrsmith

thank you for your great advice ...greatly appreciated..

I would like an OVAL window , but i know they are hard to come buy ...and if they do come across they are either to expensive to buy or they need to be done up ...which i dont mind..but i would prefer something i can just get in and drive away and play with it ...

Oh....!!! and im a accessories NUTter ...LOL

i think i want a beetle that is no later then 1967 i prefer the more bubbly shaped. complete with engine , possible running does not need to be registered and in fair condition ..

there is one for sale on the forum the 1963 black one ....he wants $4800 but at the moment i only have $2000 so by the time i get there the car would have gone...but i havent pm'd him to ask if he would go lower in price ....saw the car at the VW Nationals over the wkend..

and i live a Bexley North - NSW near the airport.

Hey Mikey,
I live about 15 mins from you and I am more than happy to look at any car you may be interested in.
with 32 years of Vw's I should be able to help
Keep saving as there will always be another one around the corner
My 66 is for sale but unfortunately is a bit over your budget
keep looking
Silver

good luck with the hunt mate!

one will pop up just keep ya eye out

Thanks again sgetty... will definately keep my eye out for one ..

silver,

do have pics of your 66...just want to have a look..if you dont mind

and where abouts are you ...?

Mikey

I am in Lugarno (near Peakhurst)

heres my 66' $11k

OMG that is HOT...

man , i wish i had the money to buy that....' my God ' that's one nice beetle..

you know what's funny i have never driven a beetle ..B4....

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=76851 

check this one out

Thanks glider69 ,

that is a lovely beetle , but i am more looking for standard colors .

Take silver up on his offer,it is very easy to buy something that looks good but in actual fact should have been scrapped.When i was looking for an Superbug a few years ago we looked at about 20 cars in varying conditions and most of the sellers reckoned they were in great condition,about 18 of these were basket cases and shouldn't have been registered. Good luck Les

A lot better than a Landrover In fact thats what you want... a 1949 Landrover.....