1969 Volkswagen Beetle Base 1.5l on 2040-cars

Year:1969 Mileage:36800 Color: Red

Location:

Athens, Tennessee, United States

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Fuel Type:GAS
Engine:1.5L 1457CC 92Cu. In. H4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Transmission:Automatic
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:U/K
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: 1HFSC2249VA900415 Year: 1969
Make: Volkswagen
Mileage: 36,800
Model: Beetle
Sub Model: 1997 Honda goldwing
Trim: Base
Exterior Color: Red
Drive Type: U/K
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 4

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

Known around here as "The Japanese Beetle".

I was told that another person had built this with the idea of marketing them as "Wee-W's. Obviously, this wasn't to be.

When I bought this it was covered in dust, had no battery and the gas was stale. The previous owner said that the dash with just 36,790 miles also came off the bike that this reverse trike was built around. It is titled as the 1997 Honda Goldwing that is the rear half of this machine. I have the clean, clear title.

The frame has a VW bug independent torsion front suspension. With the right hand sequential shifter it goes through the gears well and stops decently with the VW front drums and Goldwing rear disc. The left hand reverse lever operates the stock GL1500 electric reverse. In the videos you can hear a noise as I shift it in and out of reverse. I guarantee that the noise is the long reverse shift linkage only and not the transmission.

The engine runs very strong and is not modified from stock in any way other than the mufflers being replaced by the short chrome pipes. The flat six sounds like a Ferrari more than anything else. There are no leaks or funny sounds coming from any of the driveline. All three tires are near new. The seat is comfortable, does slide back and forth, and there is plenty of room for a six + foot tall driver. The dash lights, horn, low beams, taillight, brake light and wipers work. The speedometer, odometer, high beams and turn signals do not. Please take a good look at the pictures. The fiberglass work looks to be of a high quality. It is not flimsy. The body unbolts with little effort and with the help of a few friends, it can be removed in short order.

If you are looking for something different for your local cruise in or collection, it's time to bid. I'm starting this auction at the value of a low mileage GL1500 engine alone and without a reserve. If you are looking for a quiet, near new VW to take to church, please look elsewhere. This is someone else's custom creation. By bidding you are also agreeing to release me from any liability. I have done my best to describe it, provide many pictures.

Volkswagen Beetle - Classic for Sale

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