Rescued 1968 Euro Beetle VW (6 of 6)

Amazing what a major cleaning and a few new parts can do for an abandoned relic. A total refurbishing will continue when the weather warms up this spring. Thanks for watching!

Category:

Autos & Vehicles

Tags:

• VW
• Volkswagen
• 1968
• Beetle
• Bug
• Barn Find

[jorologo]

I just love the 68 - 69 model the most. Its the go between the older school classic and superbug. I own an Aqurius Blue 68 Bug which I found much the same way as you did in CountrySide Australia. The best thing I,ve done for My Bug is to install electronic ignition which didn't cost much and was easy to convert. Today it still runs well. I keep oil change regular at 3000 miles and this keeps em going well forever.

[VolkswagenNut1969]

@jorologo

I've developed a real affection for those years too since this one. I put NOS Bosch points on this one, trying to keep it as original as possible, but I did the ignition conversion on all my other bugs. It's amazing how much you can drive and abuse them without any trouble. Yes, those barn finds are the sweetest!

[MrKiraly77]

Congrats buddy ! I had a '65 standard, a '73 (1200)standard and a '74 (1300) standard back in Europe. I've got withrowal symptoms without them. I need to buy a rat style so I am gonna look around here in Sydney. Envy you, and keep up the good work.

[VolkswagenNut1969]

@MrKiraly77

Thank you! I wish we had the 1200 and 1300 standards here, but those were gone after 1965. Good luck on your search!

[luisinhoens90]

How much did you pay for this beetle before restoring it?? I´m getting a 68 for 2000 bucks. It´s in a good shape like yours.

[VolkswagenNut1969]

I paid $800 for the car. After a total refurbish (not a restoration) a total of $3300 has been invested. These days, $2000 is still a very good price for a clean one. Have fun with yours!

[danieleugolgti]

obrigado por fazer o fusquinha viver denovo!!!!

[heliarche]

Unbelievable how lucky you got to find that Beetle.How hard was it to get running?Anyhow, you are a shitter, and I am a jealous bastard.Great find, good luck.

[retetikker]

as good as new

[Tapicero111]

that is so beautiful

[masterjedi89]

Nice bug man!! I am currently restoring a 68 for a couple I know. Its been sitting in the barn for a couple of years because their son tore it apart and went to college. Didn't have time to restore it. I'm glad to be giving it a new lease on life. VW forever!!