1973 Volkswagen Vw Squareback (pair) Aircooled Type Iii 3 Automatic And Manual on 2040-cars
Louisville, Colorado, United States
Body Type:Squareback
Engine:1.6
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Volkswagen
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Type III
Trim: Automatic and Manual
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: Automatic and Manual
Mileage: 0
Exterior Color: Yellow
Up for sale, A very rare occurrence, Two 1973 Volkswagen Squarebacks, bought as a pair from the dealer, one is a manual and one is a automatic, both in the same color and trim. They look identical except for the badge automatic on the back and the sticks. Both cars are straight with minimal rust. The automatic is currently running and driving but still needs going through. The manual currently has the engine removed and sitting in the back ready for a freshen up. I was told that it ran when it was removed and was only removed to make it more powerful. Both cars have been off the road for a few years but were very well loved by the couple that purchased them new for many years with service records upon service records. Receipt for a somewhat recent rebuild on the auto engine which runs like a top and does not leak. The rear tail lights on both cars have cracks from age and bumps. Both cars rear benches are not as good as the fronts which look to have been redone at some point. There are owners manuals and emissions booklets, There is some rust on the front passenger fender of the automatic from water or gas possibly from rain gutter drip. I have an additional yellow fender that I will include to replace if desired. It is not that bad and can be seen in the pictures. The manual has some rust on the bottom of the rear fenders on both sides. both cars have some rust on the inner fenders that can be seen only when the paneling is pulled out of the front trunk. The automatic has an aftermarket fuel pump in it currently. I have the original Bosche for the five speed that runs with a battery hooked to hit but condition is unknown. The brakes on both cars are weak and need at bleed at minimum and i may have them improved by the end of the auction but no promises. The handbrakes work on both cars. The automatic transmission shifted smooth when I drove it. The manual has new tires on it and the auto has old tires, could be swapped since the auto is currently running. I have not buffed out the cars because I like the patina but I think it would buff out nicely should you want to bring back the original color. The floorpans and underneath of the car look solid with no holes. These cars lived their lives in sunny Colorado and have been spared salty roads and lots of humidity that many areas kill cars with. These are a few details, I will try to answer questions honestly as I feel that these are very special in any state being a pair that has always been together since new. Both cars are fuel injected.
Note 1: Drove auto today and added brake fluid, brakes are working better, also wiped down with wet cloth and the original paint really came through without even buffing. Pics of interior are coming soon, cars are cleaning up nicely.
Note 2: Both cars have their spare tires, and hubcaps on all 8 wheels,
On Jan-23-13 at 21:15:52 PST, seller added the following information:
Note 3: you can see in the latest picture of the manual where i washed it a little that the yellow paint is still yellow under the oxidation. I will try to add pictures of the engine in the manual as well.
On Jan-25-13 at 11:44:33 PST, seller added the following information:
Note: In that recent picture are receipts for engine rebuild and flywheel work, also there are 7 service logs fuel of info as well as the two Colorado titles on the cars. These cars are being sold without emissions test, and buyer is responsible for their own but they do from my knowledge have emissions systems on them and include the emissions manuals as well. They should qualify as pre emissions cars here in Colorado since they are from 1973.
On Jan-25-13 at 23:56:33 PST, seller added the following information:
I am not sure of exact mileages on these cars
These cars are being relisted due to a non paying bidder. If you are not located in the U.S. please do not bid on this item.
Cars are now listed locally and I reserve the right to end the auction early.
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