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 bexley
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| posted on May 24th, 2009 at 06:43 PM |
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LOOKING AT BUYING MY FIRST BEETLE ...CAN ANYONE HELP...(NSW-BEXLEY NORTH)
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
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cnfabo
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| posted on May 24th, 2009 at 08:22 PM |
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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..
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| posted on May 25th, 2009 at 02:14 AM |
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Welcome onboard...sure youll find the VW community on here very helpful
Cheers&Beers
Ray V
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bexley
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| posted on May 25th, 2009 at 10:00 AM |
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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
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sgetty
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 01:28 PM |
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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
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 01:42 PM |
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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.
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bexley
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 02:54 PM |
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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.
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 03:22 PM |
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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
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 05:00 PM |
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good luck with the hunt mate!
one will pop up just keep ya eye out
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bexley
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 05:38 PM |
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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
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1999 Toyota Echo
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 05:42 PM |
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I am in Lugarno (near Peakhurst)
heres my 66' $11k
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bexley
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 05:54 PM |
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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....
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| posted on May 26th, 2009 at 07:29 PM |
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| Quote: | you know what's
funny i have never driven a beetle ..B4....
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Make sure then you have a mate or someone knowledgeable going with you to look at any cars, knowing how a good Beetle should drive and checking for
the tin worm. Last thing you want to end up with is someone's nightmare with rusted out pan or pillars.
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| posted on May 28th, 2009 at 03:41 PM |
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http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=76851
check this one out
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bexley
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| posted on May 29th, 2009 at 04:18 PM |
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Thanks glider69 ,
that is a lovely beetle , but i am more looking for standard colors .
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| posted on May 29th, 2009 at 08:40 PM |
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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
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| posted on May 30th, 2009 at 08:43 PM |
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A lot better than a Landrover  In fact thats what you want... a 1949
Landrover.....
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