1966 Vw Sunroof Beetle 26k Original Miles !! on 2040-cars
Lakewood, California, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:1300cc
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Volkswagen
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Deluxe
Drive Type: rear drive
Options: Sunroof
Mileage: 26,581
Sub Model: Sunroof
Exterior Color: Bahama Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
1966 Bahama Blue Sunroof Beetle 26k Original miles !!!
26,581 original miles. 100% Stock Original Condition !!
Mostly all original paint (only 4 fenders and decklid repainted),all original interior,all original engine and drivetrain.
Has Sunroof and Popout quarter windows.
Have you ever thought about trying to find an old Bug and then having it completely restored to factory original condition? Well if you can find a real nice complete carwhich will probably cost you about 3-5k or more and then you can send it to your favorite professional restoration shop and have it completely gone through for between 25-35K. And when you finally get it back, it'll be beautiful, maybe a little nicer than my car! However, it will have a lot of reproduction parts on it and you cannot say it's still original!! Plus you'll have to wait a long time to get it back from the restorer, maybe 6 months to a year or maybe longer.
Why not buy a VW Factory Original like this one that is 100% Turnkey Right Now!!
It's just like going to your local VW Dealer and buying a brand new 1966 Baham Blue Sunroof Bug but for a fraction of the price of a new car or restoration. And, youdon't have to wait for it! You can have it NOW!!
The car looks, runs and drives like a nearly brand new car. It starts right up, shifts smoothly, stops correctly and goes down the highway the familiar VW Peashooter Exhaust note and just purrs and purrs.
The body is extremely straight and is 100% Rust Free. Under the hood, the interior and the engine compartment are all extremely clean all original. The car has just been tuned nad given a perfect bill of health. just push the accelerator pedal down 1 time in the morning and turn the key and it instantly fires right up, warm it up for about 1 minute kick down the choke and your ready for miles of FUN!
The car is Extradinarilly nice and nearly perfect for a 46 year old car but it is not perfect. But the list of flaws is short.
Driver side seat top is unraveling at the seam.
Parts of the carpet worn through
Hood latch mechanism needs adjustment
Original rubber floor mats could use replacement
Minor scratches on the paint and 2 minor dents(1 on each rear quarter panel)
Driver rear view mirror is pitted on the stem
Original Dome light is inoperable (Used Original replacement included)
Slightly dented rear bumper blade and guard (very minor but had to mention)
The original Paint has just been polished and waxed(by hand/no buffer) and it shines just beautiful!!
The engine looks nearly showroom new.
The Sunroof and popouts work Flawlessly!! (and course no leaks!!)
The vehicle will be sold with the original L289 Blue-White/L87 Pearl white Stock wheels and bias tires(not shown)(call for pictures)
The Lakewood Motors license frame shown is NOT included in the sale!
Well that's about it, did I miss anything, probably!! Don't miss this oportunity !!! Don't think back and say i shoulda coulda!!
These wonderful little cars in this condition especially are few and far between. The values are steadilly climbing. Whether you want an excellent investment or a fun little weekend cruiser that you can take to a show or two or just cruise down to the beach, this is the one. Don't miss out !
The vehicle is sold AS-IS without warranty. If you bid and win, I expect a $500.00 deposit immediately and the balance of payment within 7 days. If you win the auction you win the auction! I expect payment not excuses. Please any and all questions prior to making your bid. Bid early and bid to win. Or why not just Buy it Now!
Paypal Ok but include 3% extra
Buyer pays for shipping( I can assist with your shipper)
US buyer prefered.
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