1969 Volkswagen Double Cab Truck Daily Driver Rebuilt 1641cc Engine on 2040-cars
Felton, California, United States
1969 VOLKSWAGEN Double Cab TRUCK. Wonderful daily driver in very nice original condition. No rust. Completely dry chassis. Older repaint is holding up well and has a very nice vintage patina. The bed is extremely clean and free from excessive denting. The gates are very strait and function as they should. Original bowes are in very nice condition as well. Less than 1000mi on a freshly REBUILT 1641cc universal engine including new pistons, cylinders, vanagon rocker arms, heads, exhaust, bosch alternator, .009 distributor, and a Solex 34 PICT carb. The engine is completely broken in and has just received a full tune up and is ready to drive. The shifting is smooth and the truck easily cruises in the 65-70 mph range. In addition to a rebuilt motor the truck has benefited form a completely rebuilt braking syestem including: master cylinder, lines, shoes and turned rotors. The windshield is brand new, however, all other glass is original. Other new items include: a brand new battery, 5 new 195/65R14 tires, new shocks, and a full tune up. This truck has never seen an accident is overall extremely clean. It has been my reliable daily driver since I have owned it and I would not hesitate to drive it anywhere.
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