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My 1962 Beetle Updated Pics
LukeV85 - September 13th, 2007 at 04:22 PM

Hey guys,

Just thought I would share some pics of my 1962 Beetle.

Shes my pride and joy. Totally original, immaculate and rust free. A rare car itself its classified as a 1962 and 1/2, the only fully Australian built Beetle aka the catch up beetle. Wolfsburg used to send knock down kits from Germany to Australia and put them together at Clayton.

There are some minor minor probs ie some dents tired front seats. So far ive completely cleaned up the engine (original) and had it fully serviced. It ran perfectly when I bought it, but im fussy with my cars. New fuel lines, new indicator switch and ivory steering wheel.


There is not much work needed, but im slowly getting her perfect. I drive it regularly and shes never let me down. As mentioned ill never sell her. She will be a member of my family for a long time to come

Ill post some more up to date pics over the weekend.

[ Edited on 13-9-2007 by LukeV85 ]

LukeV85 - September 13th, 2007 at 11:25 PM

As im refering from a book "Volkswagen In Australia" The 1962 & 1/2 Beetle is refered to as "The Australianised Beetle" VWA even put a made in Australia sticker on it. (as mine beetle has this sticker though it is showing 45 yrs of age)

The book refered the CKD's were replaced in 1963 and continued till the 1974 Superbug model.

Im getting the info from there

LukeV85 - September 14th, 2007 at 10:47 AM

replace only with the word first.

[ Edited on 14-9-2007 by LukeV85 ]

XXX-1.8T - September 28th, 2007 at 11:29 PM

Luke im sure ive seen ur car in Bossley Park, do u live nearby?

LukeV85 - September 30th, 2007 at 03:01 PM

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Originally posted by XXX-1.8T
Luke im sure ive seen ur car in Bossley Park, do u live nearby?


Hey dude,

Yeh, well sorta Horningsea Pk is not far away. I drive through there every day on my way to work.

Didint know you owned a Bug too.

LukeV85 - September 30th, 2007 at 03:05 PM

Hey guys,

Just posting some more pics.

This is my bug after a wash and polish

LukeV85 - September 30th, 2007 at 03:09 PM

another pic

LukeV85 - September 30th, 2007 at 03:10 PM

rear

johnnyk - October 11th, 2007 at 02:29 PM

OMG....My Beetle looks identicle to yours.....

Im in the Kogarah Area... I hope we cross paths one day :crazy:

LukeV85 - November 2nd, 2007 at 02:55 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by johnnyk
OMG....My Beetle looks identicle to yours.....

Im in the Kogarah Area... I hope we cross paths one day :crazy:



Are there any pics of ur bug on the forum?

The flat four shootout is on this weekend u should come down, id definatly like to see my bugs twin

Camo - February 15th, 2008 at 08:18 PM

Hi Luke,

Like your ride, but I am a bit bias. I am doing a ground up rebuild of a Turquoise 61 beetle (wont be stock). Also I am only in Casula, so not far away either.

Will try to post some pics of my rebuild over the week-end. Down to a bare floor pan and a completely striped shell awaitng sand blasting.

pod - February 15th, 2008 at 09:02 PM

turquoise is my favourite colour as well ,mines a 61:)

low67 - February 29th, 2008 at 07:43 PM

nice car!

LukeV85 - March 18th, 2008 at 01:52 PM

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Originally posted by low67
nice car!



thanks guys.

After some time being off the rd due to a fuel leak, the bug is back on the streets, running better then ever!

Since my last posts on the car, i have sourced a original 6 volt awa radio and had that installed plus some other bits and peices.

As of next month the car will be back to recieving monthly add ons and upgrades. Ideally im looking for a rat style roof rack plus thinking bout adjustable front beam plus some new axel boots.

Will keep updated on progress.

hewey - May 19th, 2008 at 11:22 AM

A neat looking car in the flesh too :smirk: How about some pics with the new rack and some stuff on it? It looked really cool ;)

thugbug - May 19th, 2008 at 04:34 PM

Hey Camo.You and i must nearly be neighbours. I`m a hop,skip and bump at Lurnea. Near the shops. cheers

Camo - May 22nd, 2008 at 07:32 PM

Hi thugbug. Yeah not far away at all. Is that your car in your avatar, looks neet.

Kevin

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:39 PM

Just an update and to the progress of my 62 bug.


Ive had the 6 volt radio installed and it works great. Also I picked up an awsome retro roof rack, thanks heaps hewy.

Also ive searched ebay and purchased some great 60's era accessories, 2 malleys eskies and a old skool suitcase.

Next on the list is the door window rubbers which need to be replaced as they are badly cracked.

In addition the axel boot have been replaced, they looked ancient
Anyways...enjoy

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:43 PM

Pics with some of the cool stuff i brought

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:48 PM

Pic of the rear

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:52 PM

old skool stciker i got from ebay

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:55 PM

the oldie eskies

LukeV85 - June 17th, 2008 at 06:59 PM

vent rubber seals that need to be replaced

HWY728 - June 17th, 2008 at 08:18 PM

You realise I have an esky that would perfect for you beetle...even the right colour :cool:

LukeV85 - October 8th, 2008 at 11:48 AM

been a while, but due to other commitments i havent had a chance to do anything to the bug.

Ive had the eyelids removed as i felt they looked a little comical, i reckon car looks better without them.

The front quater window seals have been replaced. The old ones had completely rotted due to 4 decades for heat. Replaced with West Coast Metric rubbers.

Minor paint touch ups, hans klacck was able to match to colour as close as he could.

My little addition is the "D" sign. They are usually displayed at the rear of the car, but due to the big rear bumper over rider, i have put it a the front of the car. I personally think it looks better there.

Ill Put some pics up tonight

greasykitchen - October 8th, 2008 at 12:44 PM

Sweet. I love it! probably my favourite style and era of Beetle :tu:

Wannavee - October 9th, 2008 at 11:59 AM

Hey Luke.Nice car man.
Mines a recent purchase (and first vw) in same colour.
Check it out in General chit chat under 'good day' as i dunno how to post the pics
Cheers,Lee

LukeV85 - October 10th, 2008 at 02:40 PM

New westcoast metric rubber seals

LukeV85 - October 10th, 2008 at 02:42 PM

Paint touch up

LukeV85 - October 10th, 2008 at 02:45 PM

Had those crappy brazillian headlight eyelids removed. I reckon car looks better without them