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
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

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!

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.

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

this is GREAT value and still available

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

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Originally posted by benny_acko 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

Looks good except its a semi auto!

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

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

this is perfect for what you want
1970 beetle

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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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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.....