[FS - NSW] 58 (october 57) Big window Beetle.** SOLD **
benjicon - April 19th, 2011 at 02:52 PM
Tha car is now Sold to a very happy new owner.. All the way back down to Melbourne!!
Hey Y'all,
This was a tough decision, but its one I had to make, I recently took a job in Singapore, so I have to let go of my Beetle. There will be other ones
in the future I'm sure. For now I want to see this one go to a good home.
Matching numbers, October 57 Big window, Shipped up from Adelaide about 7 months ago.. Recently had a rebuilt 1300 put in by Adam and Mike at RAW to
replace the original 1200, Still running 6 volt, lowered, narrowed beam, Brakes have been checked replaced master cylinder and one rear cylinder (i
think) and hoses, Replaced the clutch, New Nankang Tyres, White wall inserts, Awesome patina, virtually no rust. Registered till August 18th.
Currently insured with Shannons.
Things I didn't get around too, Split case tranny is getting tired, Could do with a 12 volt conversion or the wiring could do with a bit of a freshen
up, Suspension will need looking at eventually, Windscreen leaks in extremly heavy rain.
People who know the car will vouch for what a solid car it is, never driven a car that gets as much attention as this one, perfect to jump in and
leave ratty, also a rock solid base for a resto.
Car owes me a lot of money, I want $5500 for it. The Original 1200 comes included.
PM me if your interested, I'm located at Camperdown if you want to come and have a look. Its going on Carsales in a week. No time wasters please. Ph
: 0416961519.
Cheers .. Ben. ;-)
benjicon - April 20th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Bump... Price is negotiable.
Ollie - April 20th, 2011 at 02:07 PM
Hey Ben,
Sorry to hear about the forced sale mate! It's a damn shame you've spent so much on repairs and have had hardly the time to enjoy it!
That said, this is obviously a perfect buy for someone who is keen for rat/resto as all the hard works been done!
Good luck with your new endeavors overseas and can't wait to see you back in a dub!
Ollie
benjicon - April 20th, 2011 at 02:32 PM
Cheers Ollie,
Yeah you summed up the situation pretty well, only thing worse than selling it would be letting it sit again, old cars need to be driven.
Ben.
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Hey Ben,
Sorry to hear about the forced sale mate! It's a damn shame you've spent so much on repairs and have had hardly the time to enjoy it!
That said, this is obviously a perfect buy for someone who is keen for rat/resto as all the hard works been done!
Good luck with your new endeavors overseas and can't wait to see you back in a dub!
Ollie
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sikras - April 20th, 2011 at 05:32 PM
Any interior pics and is this weeken sound good to have a look at?
Paulc1964au - April 22nd, 2011 at 09:21 PM
wow I missed this , was hoping u could keep it good luck with the sale hope it finds a good home
benjicon - April 25th, 2011 at 03:00 PM
*BUMP*
Price drop.. $6000. On Car sales now too.
http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/private/details.aspx?R=10484564&trecs...
Paulc1964au - April 26th, 2011 at 06:23 PM
Don't do it Ben I am sure we can find a place to store this classic
benjicon - April 26th, 2011 at 08:00 PM
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Don't do it Ben I am sure we can find a place to store this classic
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I wish it was that easy mate, truth of the matter is I need the money, if you have ever moved to another country you'll know how expensive it is..
and I dont know when I'll be coming back if ever.. So its gotta go .. Hopefully someone will grab it soon .. stressing me out daily not having it
sold.
P.S. Rosie looks SO MUCH BETTER dropped at the front. 
Paulc1964au - April 26th, 2011 at 08:04 PM
totally understand Ben it will sell and worse comes to worse happy to take it here and sell it for you
Thanks for the compliment yes Rosie looks better with attitude
polak - April 26th, 2011 at 08:13 PM
it really is a shame Ben, but obviously u need to follow ur dreams/priorities.... if anyone is hesitant, i can vouch for what has been done to this
vehicle and the condition it is in, it is very very solid and could be left the way it is as a really cool rat (which i would do) or if u want to
restore it, would be a very cheap and easy project. $6000 is a very cheap price for this car, if i had the space and the cash i would be 1st inline.
cheers adam
benjicon - April 26th, 2011 at 10:49 PM
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posted by polak
it really is a shame Ben, but obviously u need to follow ur dreams/priorities.... if anyone is hesitant, i can vouch for what has been done to this
vehicle and the condition it is in, it is very very solid and could be left the way it is as a really cool rat (which i would do) or if u want to
restore it, would be a very cheap and easy project. $6000 is a very cheap price for this car, if i had the space and the cash i would be 1st inline.
cheers adam
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Thanks Adam,
Really appreciate your vouch, it is a massive shame to let it go .. i just keep telling myself there will be other beetles in the future
benjicon - April 29th, 2011 at 09:38 AM
bump
Paulc1964au - April 30th, 2011 at 10:06 AM
Have you have any offers?
benjicon - May 1st, 2011 at 01:10 AM
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Have you have any offers?
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Hey mate, yeah been a good weekend, 2 very interested parties, one sydney sider, one from melbourne, got my fingers crossed one of them comes through.
benjicon - May 2nd, 2011 at 04:27 PM
Car is now Sold, to a very happy new owner, all the way back down to Melbourne no less!! Glad to let it go to someone that loves it as much as I do.
Its in Good hands, John. See you on the weekend. ;-)
JohnnyMac - May 2nd, 2011 at 07:20 PM
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posted by benjicon
Car is now Sold, to a very happy new owner, all the way back down to Melbourne no less!! Glad to let it go to someone that loves it as much as I do.
Its in Good hands, John. See you on the weekend. ;-)
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Thanks Ben, you've made buying her so much easier, I really appreciate the help! I can promise you she will be in good hands with this very excited
new dubber!
Paulc1964au - May 2nd, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Congrats johnny i know Ben didnt want to sell it, we all love that car here in Sydney. Ru towing it back to Melbourne or driving it back?
We expect to see regular updates on here on how its going, good luck
JohnnyMac - May 2nd, 2011 at 07:52 PM
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Congrats johnny i know Ben didnt want to sell it, we all love that car here in Sydney. Ru towing it back to Melbourne or driving it back?
We expect to see regular updates on here on how its going, good luck
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Thanks Paul, I am new to the vw scene so relied on the great support of Ben and the positive comments from AVD members I read about the car. I will be
driving her to her new home, departing Sydney this Saturday. Don't worry, there will be lots of updates, I'm sure everyone here will be sick of my
questions as I learn the ins and outs of these cars!
Paulc1964au - May 2nd, 2011 at 08:03 PM
no johnny this is exactly what this site is about to ask lots of questions
Paulc1964au - May 12th, 2011 at 09:09 PM
Johnny,
How did the trip back to Melbourne go?????
JohnnyMac - May 12th, 2011 at 09:52 PM
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Johnny,
How did the trip back to Melbourne go?????
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Hi Paul,
The trip went well thanks! She didn't miss a beat all the way, although some night driving in the rain (headlights and wipers) tested the electrics!
Had to roll start her in the morning due to a flat battery so I'll have to do some investigation there...Just trying to get some money together now
for VIC road worthy and rego. I'll get her out this weekend for some photos and start a thread in members rides...
Paulc1964au - May 12th, 2011 at 10:05 PM
thats awesome news glad you got her down to Victoria safely, yeah u really need to upgrade to 12 volts at some stage
matara - May 12th, 2011 at 10:43 PM
Johnny, did you get my PM about the original engine for this car?
JohnnyMac - May 13th, 2011 at 06:13 PM
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Johnny, did you get my PM about the original engine for this car?
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Hi Steve, sorry about the delayed response. I did get your PM but I haven't yet made enough posts to PM you a response. I have been meaning to call
you. Thanks for the offer and chasing me up, I am definately interested. I might give you a call over the weekend sometime if that suits?