Vehicle Description
- Omaha Orange and flat black. Black trim.
- 1641 4 cylinder air cooled engine, recently rebuilt, with block replaced with Mexican one.
- Runs well, with surprising power
- Stainless Steel exhaust headers, with very good condition heater boxes, channels, etc.
- Solid rod front suspension with newer air shocks.
- Little to no rust. Interior in good condition. Newer glove box, fuel release handle, and hood release.
- Seat modified to accommodate taller people as well. :)
- Carpeted floor with vinyl interior.
- CA windows with newer hardware.
- Some fiberglass body parts, including flared rear fenders that need work
- Minor rust discovered under the paint on left front fender (repainted).
- CA bumpers.
- Dual carburetors, with better than average linkage.
- Newer spark plugs and quality wiires,
- fuel lines in engine compartment protected from heat with sleeves. New fuel filter (under car).
- Electronic ignition distributor with single vacuum, dual advance (SVDA).
- New rear (oil) shocks.
- Very good tires and wheels. Extras available.
- Custom steering wheel, plus extra larger one available.
- Newer master cylinder reservoir with hoses instead of metal lines to the master cylinder.
- stainless hoses on front (disc) brakes, rear (drums) hoses have not been changed, but available with car.
- Strong transmission and clutch, with solid shifting. Linkage bar modified to prevent shifter issues.
- All electrics work well.
- Retro (modern) radio with mini speakers in rear. Additional larger speakers available.
- Newer windshield wipers with after market electric washer.
- Only a few thousand miles on rebuilt engine.
- Odometer turned over, so actual mileage is not accurate (estimate about 120,000).
- Full documentation on previous owner rebuild, plus full documentation on the changes I have made as well.
- Many original parts still available that were used prior to customization, such as ashtray, jack, manual, hubcaps, wheels,.
- Various other parts for beetles, including progressive carburetor, manifold, shocks, etc.
- This vehicle has been loved since I purchased it almost two years ago. Any questions, just ask. :)
- For sale or would trade for a similar quality small pickup truck to carry bicycles around. ;)
- Price is based on value, plus estimate of costs to restore it to a more authentic version.
- Quite a bit more invested in this beetle than the asking price. This little bug turns heads all the time. :)
- "Gramps" is looking for a new home.. ;) A nice owner to take good care of him is most important.
- Update: vehicle engine checked out by Affordable Automotive in Gulf Breeze, FL, very experienced in air cooled engines.
- Update: new fan belt
- Update: new window regulator for passenger door.
- Update: Reduced to $6500! Still OBO, and would trade for a similar value compact pickup truck.
Vehicle Details
- Listing ID:CC-990030
- Price:$6,500 (OBO)
- Location:Gulf Breeze, Florida
- Year:1971
- Make:Volkswagen
- Model:Beetle
- Exterior Color:Omaha Orange & black
- Interior Color:black
- Transmission:Manual
- Odometer:99999
- Trim Level:sedan
- VIN:1113026093
- Title Status:Clear
- Aftermarket Wheels:Yes
- Restoration History:Partially Restored
- Exterior Condition:Good
- Seat Material:Vinyl
- AM/FM Radio:Yes
- Custom Stereo:Yes
- Bucket Seats:Yes
- Electronic Ignition:Yes
- Ported:Yes
- Engine History:Replaced
- Engine Condition:Running
- Drive Train:Rear-wheel drive
Gallery Photo 1971 Volkswagen Beetle
