1964 Vw Bug - Lovely on 2040-cars
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Make: Volkswagen
Drive Type: gas
Model: Beetle - Classic
Mileage: 65,444
Trim: Coupe
Beautiful old 1964 VW Bug. I bought this from a friend who had this since the late 1990s. Her husband surprised her with it for her birthday with a big bow. He bought it from the original or second owner (not sure) who also bought it for his wife and had it painted in approx 1996 in its original color VW Seeblau. I have a touch up applicator with the paint code. The guy who does my painting was able to find it in his computer and was surprised. I was going to have him paint the two areas on the drivers side fenders ( see pictures ) . There is no bondo on these areas but thick single stage paint. The dent in the rear is from a tree limb and the previous owner did not know how the fron fender was damage. I will let the new owner have these areas painted and will provide the applicator with the code.
The lady I bought it from believes it is the original engine and mileage at 65,000. I have had a VW Thing, several convertible and hard top Bugs and several campers busses. This is the oldest and most original. The car has the original jack (needs cleaning) and tool kit and original books. The car spent most of its life in Colorado and the pan is excellent as is the rest of the body. The front spare holds air but should be replaced as it looks to be old. The car came with 4 white wall flappers. They are fake and two of them were removed. I have ordered 4 brand new ones (Atlas Brand) which I wil include with the car. They make the car look beautiful in my opinion.
My VW mechanic did a compression test and it was very good. The car runs and shifts well. IT has the original 6 volt system. The dash is beautiful with a removable radio cut out from the factory if you want a radio. I flushed the gas tank which was in very nice shape but had been sitting and added fresh gas. My mechanicdid and oil change and removed and cleaned the carb and changed fuel filter. I will have him change the oil, adjust the valves, and add new plugs. He replaced the heater cable and the heat works really well for an older aircooled vehicle.
The interior and door panels are brand new (TMI) as is the rear carpet. The headliner is presentable but shows wear and some staining (looks like over glue) The headline has separated from the rear above the passenger window. There is a bamboo shelf that is brittle but can still be used. I would replace it. My mechanic was not sure the front headlights were original but they work and look great. The glass is all in great shape and most of the rubber around the windows is in good shape. The front firewall carpet shows wear around the edges and could be repalced. The wiper motor is frozen and might be repaired but I would repalce it. They can be purchased for 35 - 100 dollars on the VW Samba site. The interior side ceiling light is inoperative. The rims are aftermarket Porsche style and look great and the tires are in good condition.
Someone always asks will this car make it to the east or west coasts. My answer would be maybe but I would not drive it that far and it is not very fast. I do fine at 5500 feet but you must use the gears. The brakes are very good and the master cyclinder was replaced.
I take very good care of all my vehicles. I do not want to trade and do not have a By It Now. Will not disclose reserve. This is a very nice example of a 1964 Bug.
** The passenger side mirror has cracked glass which I will repair. It is off the car. I will help with meeting your shipper if you win the auction. Shipping paid by buyer.
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