1969 Volkswagen Beetle Bug Base 1.5l Nice Daily Driver, A Real Head Turner, Fun on 2040-cars
Kennewick, Washington, United States
Engine:1.5L 1457CC 92Cu. In. H4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:U/K
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Mileage: 17,000
Make: Volkswagen
Exterior Color: Electric Blue
Model: Beetle
Interior Color: White
Trim: Base
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: U/K
Number of Cylinders: 4
Options: Cassette Player
Disability Equipped: No
Hello, selling my classic 1969 VW bug, I bought it for my 71 year old mother and she just can't shift any longer. The bug runs good and drives and steers nice she starts every time and is dependable. The car had the motor professionally gone through about 17,000 miles ago, the tires are like new. The bug is fun to drive and turns heads because the exterior color is electric blue pearl, lady's just love the car. I just tuned the motor up with new plugs, wires, cap, belt, and upper belt pulley assembly. I went through the brakes also, I wanted it to be safe and dependable. The speedometer reads 98,800 and doesn't work as of last week, but all the safety issue's have been gone through. This is not a new car or full on restoration, it is a drive-able classic for restoration or just to drive around the way it is, way below book value. The headlights and tail lights are bright and clear, the clutch is strong but a hair cattery like all bugs of this year. I have been driving the bug to and from work and through the park allot this last month, the gas mileage is real good and it is fun to drive. It should provide lots of fun driving for along time to come. I am selling the bug as is at below market value for quick sale, so the new owner won't be raked over the coals like visiting a used car dealer. If you have any questions please feel free to call me and we can talk through everything 1-509-460-3302.
Volkswagen Beetle - Classic for Sale
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