1965 Volkswagen Convertible Rust-Free Rare Survivor Mechanically Restored & Int.

1965 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic Convertible Description

1965 Volkswagen Convertible

Fontana Gray

Light Beige Interior

VIN # 155908243
(January 1965)

97462 Miles

1600 Engine
(Complete Rebuild w/receipts)

Complete Mechanical Restoration
New Interior
New Top
Rebuilt Front-End
Brakes

Very Original - Zero Rust Southern CA Car
Never Hit - Straight as an Arrow Body

All Original Factory Welds

All Original Sheet Metal

Very Clean No Rust Undercarriage
No Leaks

Runs & Drives Beautifully

Needs Nothing

NOTE: There are a total of 105 pictures that will load with this eBay Auction, underneath this text. If you have an older computer or a slower internet connection it may take a few minutes for all the pictures to load to your computer. In some cases they may not load at all. If that is the case you can go directly to my Photobucket account where they are hosted. Simply click on or copy and paste this link into your browser:

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(Another note on the pictures: The light was really dancing around on me the day I was taking the outdoor pictures and a light gray is really hard with a lot of light. I tried to take the pictures in various lighting conditions so that you could see how it looks during different times of day. The Interior pictures were really tough and most of the outdoor pictures make the interior look gray. I can assure you they are a light beige and look awesome. Come view it in person if you are local, it is the only way to truly appreciate the character of the patina in the paint and quality of the body.

Walk-Around Video:

https://youtu.be/ugs7km5mero

Start-Up Video

https://youtu.be/9e4vuI-YpX4

I have been restoring and collecting Porsche’s, Corvettes and VW’s for about 25 years and have also been involved in Judging cars at concour events in Southern CA.

These little “Verts” are getting harder and harder to find, especially in “no hit”… zero rust condition. The Owner is a friend of mine and I am helping him sell it as he is in the midst of a move. He is available if anyone wants to talk to him.

The owner before this current owner believed the car to have always been in the Southern CA area, but we have no “absolute” proof of this. The odometer was rebuilt about a year and a half ago with very few miles since rebuilding. My study of the car would confirm that it has always been in this dry climate as there is zero rust anywhere (other than minor surface on the undercarriage and in front tire storage area).

The body is in superb condition and free of any major dents or damage. The original paint can be seen in the door jams, front underside of hood and down in the spare tire well, around the engine bay area and engine lid, the entire interior door frames, dash, etc.

The exterior paint is the original color and was resprayed likely many years ago, 80’s - 90’s sometime and was done in single stage like it was originally finished from the factory. It is what I would call a “semi-gloss” patina finish. It is my favorite type of finish and if I took a buffer to it lightly I am sure I could buff it up to probably a mirror finish. If you are the buyer and want that done before it ships I would be happy to make it happen for a reasonable fee. I have repainted and cut and polished hundreds of cars over the last 40 years.

I absolutely cannot stress how much I like this car JUST LIKE IT IS!!! People kill for this look of an original paint finish. The paint looks as though it is the original paint and I had to study if for some time before I determined it was not. The car was painted by someone that knew what they were doing, as there is no overspray anywhere. Touch-up was applied to several areas around the body where I thought it needed it. They were mostly on the passenger side rear fender; a long scratch and some smaller spots that touched up easily. The touch-up paint match was not perfect but it looks “cool”.

The front bumper is a new (1 year) Wolfsburg and looks great. The fit and finish are superb on their reproductions. The rear bumper is in good shape but the chrome is semi-dull on the corners. Still it looks great against the rest of the patina on the car. Interestingly the wheels were removed and stripped and repainted. The wheel covers are not perfect but are fantastic driver quality.

The Interior was totally redone with original style reproduction materials. The seats were completely re-cushioned and are very comfortable. The carpet was replaced and there is a new rubber mat in place for your feet. The top was completely rebuilt; meaning it was stripped to the bare bones, repainted and then new clips and springs and bows were applied as well as a brand new vinyl top that fits superbly. The top functions just like it should and is easy for one person to place in the up or down position. The boot looks newer and fits well. A new windshield was applied within the last two years.

The engine was completely rebuilt using a new long block. Some new tin was purchased along with new fire wall vinyl and a new muffler. The engine runs phenomenally for an original 1600 style engine. This car would have come with a 1300, so this new engine adds a nice kick to the freeway on ramp. This little bugs moves with authority. It drives straight down the road thanks to a newly rebuilt front-end. The transmission works well and shifts through all the gears smooth and effortlessly. The brake system was completely gone through including the master cylinder and the car stops straight and true. Tires appear to have about 90+ percent tread remaining. No receipt so have no idea how old they may be.

The car has plenty of power going up hills and drives straight down the road and brakes with authority. This is the nicest running early VW I have ever driven. It feels as if it is brand new.

Over $13K was spent on the mechanical side, top & interior over the last two years. Needless to say everything works on this vehicle.

If you love the look of a survivor/patina type car, with virtually everything mechanically having been attended to, this would be a great car for you. If you are inclined to show quality, a strip of the paint would bring this Southern California rust free car to top show condition.

This is one fun little bug to drive and enjoy. It gets consistent 25 mpg and won’t nickel and dime you to death, as everything has been done!!

Questions may be directed to Frank at 949-310-6262. If you are in Southern CA please feel free to make an appointment to see this wonderful VW before you bid. This is a No Reserve Auction and will sell to the highest bidder.

Restoration Work Completed Since 2015 (Receipts come with Car)

All Work Performed by Reputable Shops in Costa Mesa, CA Area

Complete Rebuilt of 1600 Motor (New Long Block) - Tune-UP etc. $2600

Rebuilt Carb, New Muffler, New Engine Tin, Fire Wall Cover, etc

Complete Brakes - Lines, Wheel Cylinders, Master Cylinder, etc $1300

Front End Rebuilt - R&R Fuel Sending Unit - Replace Batt Cables $1750

Completely New Top - All New Springs, Bows, etc $2100

(everything stripped to bare metal and rebuilt & headliner)

Complete New Interior Upholstery - New Carpet - New Mats

Seats Rebuilt and New Cushioning - Stripped Seat Metal - Repaint $3000

New Front Bumper from Wolfsburg $404

Speedo Repaired $100

Wheels Stripped and Repainted $300

New Windshield $200

Misc Receipts for Parts and Bits: $1500

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Total: $13254

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

The car is for sale locally and we reserve the right to cancel this auction at any time before the end of the auction. We do not have a Buy It Now Price listed.

The car will be made available for inspection by serious bidders throughout the auction. Please e-mail us if you would like to see the car. If you prefer, we can arrange to have a qualified, independent, professional mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection for you (at your expense).

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL AS A FORM OF PAYMENT. THIS IS TRUE FOR BOTH THE INITIAL DEPOSIT AS WELL AS THE FINAL PAYMENT.

Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00deposit is due within 48 hours of end of auction. The deposit can be made by cash (please do not mail cash!), bank check, cashier's check, or bank transfer (preferred). The remainder is due within 10 days of Auction end. The remaining balance must be made in the form of a bank transfer (preferred) Cashier'scheck, or bank check (all forms of payment subject to verification). PayPal will not be accepted as a form of payment for either the deposit or the final payment. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. Once the final balance has been paid, title transfer paperwork will be initiated.

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This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to purchase based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Please Check My Feedback- I value my 100% positive rating, and will do my best to keep it.

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