1970 Volkswagen Coupe Diamond Blue Completely Restored Southern CA No Rust Rare
1970 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic Bug Southern CA Restored No Rust Rare
1970 Volkswagen Coupe
Completely Restored
Diamond Blue
Blue Interior
VIN # 1102846204
109K Miles on Chassis from New
1600 Engine
(Complete Rebuild w/receipts)
Complete Mechanical & Cosmetic Restoration
New Interior
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 45 pictures that can be found at my ImageShack account:
https://imageshack.com/a/H3ko/1
(Another note on the pictures: The light was really dancing around on me the day I was taking the outdoor pictures and a light blue 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. While the body panels may appear a little different from panel to panel it is only because some had sun directly on them and others did not. The color matches perfectly all the way around the car. Come view it in person if you are local, it is the only way to truly appreciate the quality of the high-end paint and perfect body.
Walk-Around Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVmJvLGodWQ&t=29s
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 Coupes are getting harder and harder to find, especially in "no hitâ€... zero rust condition. The Owner is a friend of mine and I am helping him sell it as he is extremely busy and has no time to deal with selling it himself. 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 is the original and works perfectly. The car has less than 2000 miles on it since it was totally restored. My study of the car would confirm that it has always been in this dry climate as there is zero rust anywhere. (Note: there was a hole in the battery area, that was completely replaced with sheet metal and welded to perfection and coated)
The body is in superb condition and absolutely straight and bondo free.
The exterior paint is the original color and was resprayed around eight years ago. It is a gorgeous two-stage base-clear in the original factory Diamond Blue Color. It is very flat and almost concour type of finish. It is ripple free on an extremely straight body that looks to have never even been dinged. The original owner was an Air Force Officer and kept the car in perfect condition.
I absolutely cannot stress how nice the body is on this car. Take a look at the close up pictures down the sides of the cars and look at the gaps between the doors, hood, trunk. Absolutely original and perfect. The car was painted by someone that knew what they were doing, as there is no overspray anywhere. This was clearly a windows out paint job and all trim and rubber was replaced at the time. This was not a cheapo restoration, this was high dollar.
The front and rear bumpers were replaced during the restoration and are in beautiful shape.
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. A new windshield was applied during the restoration. The steering wheel is the original and has a few cracks around the middle, but has a great patined look and would be the only thing that someone might want to do to make the interior perfect.
The engine was completely rebuilt and runs phenomenally for an original 1600 style engine. 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.
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 70s VW I have ever driven. It feels as if it is brand new.
A lot of money was spent on this little gem and needless to say everything works on this vehicle. It has a wonder Sony AM/FM CD detachable face stereo installed that sound terrific. Newer style white California license plates seen in the video come with the car. The Black Plates are shown as to correct 1970 plates from CA that could be applied to the car under California Year of Make Program.
If you love the look of a freshly restored bug, with virtually everything mechanically having been attended to, this would be a great car for you. If you are inclined to show quality a few minor touches here and there and you would have a top show condition vehicle.
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.
All Work Performed by Reputable Shops in Southern Orange County area.
Complete Rebuilt of 1600 Motor (New Long Block) - Tune-UP etc. $2800
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
Complete New Interior Upholstery - New Carpet - New Mats
Seats Rebuilt and New Cushioning - Stripped Seat Metal - Repaint $3000
New Front & Rear Bumpers from Wolfsburg $850
New Windshield $200
Misc Receipts for Parts and Bits: $1500
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Total: $11400
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).
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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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- Condition: Used
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Beetle - Classic
- Type: Coupe
- Trim: Bug Southern CA Restored No Rust Rare
- Year: 1970
- Mileage: 2,500
- VIN: 1102846204
- Color: Diamond Blue
- Engine size: 1600
- Number of cylinders: 4
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Manual
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Blue
- Drive side: Left-hand drive
- Options: AM/FM Sony Stereo CD Player
- Vehicle Title: Clear Want to buy? Contact seller!
