1961 VW SunRoof

Started by Bugaru "JAY", November 23, 2008, 10:18:22 AM

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lovebus (jack)

Quote from: c1run1 on November 23, 2008, 09:14:18 PM

I'm looking to build a few Rat Bugs  Hot Rod style .
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$61$ P#3

I don't have to go to work in the morning....

RT 66 June 1, 2015

"Why restore it to its former short comings
When you can modify it too its full potential."

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I think what jay might be getting at (really the point I would like to make) is that this rag top has potential to be a nice car. If someone was to buy it "thinking" they would fix it up, it would be a crime to hack it up, dismantle everything and then just lose intrest in it. Take it from someone who is doing one right now- restorations, even if they are customizations- take alot of time and commitment to do right. Your looking at sinking in some major cash, so go into it with the drive to finish what could be a sweet ride.


I'd offer her $750- if the motor is trashed, that's some bucks. You can find a running one  for less on the samba
John
60 Beetle- Ned
65 1500S Squareback-Weezer gone but not forgotten
2014 Jetta
Dont know everything but I'll try and learn
Friends don't let friends drive 6 volts
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c1run1

Hey John ,
Yeah i thought about the hacking part if the motor is no good then it wouldn't really make a difference unless it was rebuildable .Right ? 
Also most of the cars on Samba are out west and that would add to the price with shipping ,witch would bring up the cost of the car .
thanks Joe

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I rebuilt the stock motor on the 60 beetle for about $650 but I did all the work myself. If the body of the car is in good shape, then it's a good candidate for a rebuild. There are plenty of donor motors available.
John
60 Beetle- Ned
65 1500S Squareback-Weezer gone but not forgotten
2014 Jetta
Dont know everything but I'll try and learn
Friends don't let friends drive 6 volts
Obnoxious objector??

c1run1

I was able to make a deal with the owner ..


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That's gonna be one cool ride- The only thing I wish I had on Ned- a canvas roof. Might be in the future. s#r
John
60 Beetle- Ned
65 1500S Squareback-Weezer gone but not forgotten
2014 Jetta
Dont know everything but I'll try and learn
Friends don't let friends drive 6 volts
Obnoxious objector??