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| posted on April 18th, 2017 at 05:56 PM |
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[WTB - QLD] Fastback - Auto (Sunshine Coast)
Looking for my first Fastie .... so be kind. Send thru any vehicles you may have for sale. Needs to be registered - not looking for a 'basketcase'
but a project I can drive now and improve (if need be) for years to come. Not in a hurry, so happy to wait for the right car.
Any suggestions / direction ... greatly appreciated.
Regards Corey (Ph 0428981571)
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| posted on April 18th, 2017 at 10:08 PM |
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Definitely an auto, or would you consider a manual?
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| posted on April 19th, 2017 at 01:57 PM |
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Hi Andy, My preference is an auto ..... but am 'open to the possibility' if the right vehicle was about. Happy to consider / be convinced!!!
Regards Corey
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| posted on April 19th, 2017 at 04:37 PM |
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Can understand, all bar one of my type 3's were auto's and I loved them. Great to drive, nice in traffic and fine on the highway. Unfortunately time
has moved on and need to make room for new projects. Have sold 4 auto's (all were projects anyway), just have the manual fasty left.
It's a '73 manual with 1600 dual carbs. It had very little rust when I got it (virtually none), spent a lot of time giving it a tidy up with the
intension of getting it on the road, just never actually got it registered. A brief list of what's done so far:
Thorough clean/rust proof inside and out, top to bottom.
Re-built GB, re-built brakes, new bearings, all new hoses, brake lines etc, top end re-build on engine (re-conditioned heads, pistons, rings and
bottom end were still in spec), re-built carbs, generator, starter motor and plenty more.
The only reason I didn't do a full re-build on the motor, plan was to get it on the road and build up another motor later.
Things changed, other projects came along and this one never made it to the road. Only down side is a couple of years have passed since most of the
work was done, so would need a good checking over before taking for a road worthy.
All in all a sound car, will be a reliable daily runner but is no a show car. The previous owner did re-spray, not sure when but would have to be at
least 20 years ago. Original colour was orange! Even though it has been sitting all that time, have re-bleed the brakes a couple of times, and start
the motor occasionally.
Here's a pic
https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?action=attachment&tid=1...
Best to give me a call if your interested 0457 760 455
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| posted on April 20th, 2017 at 10:58 AM |
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Andy, I appreciate you taking the time to detail the manual fastie you have. I have had a think and whilst I like the look/opportunity .... I think I
will see what comes up by way of an Auto. I am keen to purchase, but will wait for the right Auto opportunity to turn up .... given your previous
ownership credentials I am thinking you understand. Again thanks for showing me ..... fingers crossed the right fastie comes my way (and you sell
yours to a happy home). Regards Corey
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| posted on April 21st, 2017 at 12:32 AM |
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No problem, there seems to be a little more of a following of type 3's these days, so more people to help out with questions etc you may have. Also a
better following over seas which helps for parts.
Auto's for some reason are shunned a little and not as popular. I never understood why. I have had a '69 and '71 auto fast backs and a '73 auto
square, loved them all 
Not sure of you back ground in VW's or if you are just starting out, there also seems to be a general preference on earlier models, so have a think
about the look/style your after. '69 was the only early body shape with an auto, from '70 they had the later shape (squarer look, bigger indicators,
bumpers etc).
Again I am a little different, not just preferring the auto, but also the later body shape. As they were all work horses, the later body had a little
more room, particularly in the boot and high back seats etc. I prefer the last model ('73), for me they had a few niceties over the earlier models,
better seats, vents in the dash etc.
Best of luck with your search
Oh, and if you don't have luck in your search, they are not hard to convert (manual to auto). I have not done it personally, but know of a few that
have.
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| posted on April 21st, 2017 at 03:50 PM |
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Thanks Andy. I am early in the search, but I to like the later 73' vintage.... same age as I as well!! Hadn't really contemplated the conversion
scenario but will keep this in mind. Hopefully the right car comes along .... I am sure it will!! Cheers Corey
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| posted on April 21st, 2017 at 05:17 PM |
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Not mine:
https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/maryborough/cars-vans-utes/1972-volkswagen-ty...
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| posted on April 21st, 2017 at 05:21 PM |
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Thanks Denver ... I had seen this one but probably toooo much of a project car for me .... appreciate the help. Regards Corey
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| posted on April 30th, 2017 at 03:36 PM |
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I'm still on the hunt if anyone has any leads .... 73' auto fastie is what I am ideally chasing. Not sure of the chances but I am sure there is on
out there for sale. Cheers
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| posted on August 12th, 2017 at 06:52 PM |
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Found a 69' and purchased her ... thanks to those that replied. Will post a picture in due course. Cheers Corey
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