1969 Volkswagen Beetle - Low Reserve!!! on 2040-cars
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1600
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Chrome
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 33,000
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Blue
Number of Doors: 2
Beautifully and completely restored in 2008 with rebuilt long block, big bore engine. Two-toned baby blue & white 1969 VW Beetle. Odometer shows approximately 33K miles.
This Bug is distinctive in that it has a 1969 chassis but has a 1967 dash, 1964 front apron, older rear apron (year?), older-style tail lights and headlights, and older-style front and rear bumpers. The chassis has been confirmed as a 1969 via the VW "birth certificate" received from Germany, as well as the VIN on the chassis and title matching. Definitely a one-of-a-kind Bug!
Runs great. Lots of fun to drive around town. I always get compliments on it.
The Bug has one small scratch on driver side fender and one small nick on driver door above handle and does leak a little bit of oil underneath but none that I can see from the engine compartment (which is super clean as you can see). Radio does not work.
Vehicle has a clear Wyoming title.
This vehicle is sold as-is, where-is, and the buyer is responsible for all removal/shipping/transportation costs as well as any tax, title or registration fees.
No warranty is offered or implied. An inspection is both recommended and encouraged prior to sale to ensure the buyer's satisfaction.
Volkswagen Beetle - Classic for Sale
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