1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle on 2040-cars
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Up for sale is a 1973 VW Super Beetle. I bought the car last summer with the intention of it being my daily driver, unfortunately since I am 17, the insurance for the car is about $175 per month. Simply put, I don't have the money for gas, insurance, and just general maintenance, to keep the car on the road.
The car was restored in the early 2000's according to the PO, and when he bought it, he always stored it in the garage, and only drove during the summer. He also noted that the car developed a hesitation when accelerated. I found the car on craigslist, and we met in Springfield. I drove the car home to Chicago (200+ Miles) with no problems or break downs. The car even saved my life when I was forced to slam on the brakes after a truck pulled out in front of us while we were doing 45 mph. I drove the 7 miles to school every day, but noticed that fumes were coming in the cabin from the heater vents. So I took it the mechanic and decided to get a full service on the car. I had high quality Dansk heat exchangers and cables to the heater controls, a new vacuum advance distributor, fuel filter, and fuel pump installed in the car, I changed the oil, as well. The wipers were also turning slowly, so I had the mechanic completely clean and refit the wiper motor. Because of the salty roads in Chicago, I only drove the bug one time, when there was snow on the ground, so it hibernated from December to March. When I drove the car for the first time in the spring, I noticed that the car hesitated and backfired after being driven for a few miles, so it most likely needs a timing adjustment. The Car's body is in great shape, and shines up nicely. Only a few small spots where the paint is bubbling, and the floor pans are 95% solid. There is a small area on the driver's side pan where the metal is starting to crack, as you cans see in the photos. Seats are in awesome shape and are quite comfy. The Headliner is in OK shape, but is pealing above the rear window. The car steers straight, and isn't battered too bad by the wind on the freeway. All the electrics and lights work, including the aftermarket cassette radio. The turn signal lever however, does not cancel after the wheel is turned, and has to be turned off manually, and the odometer is stuck at 42099. The bug also comes with an extra set of tail lights and assemblies that are brand new. All in all, this car is a nice little find, and with a tune up, would be a perfect daily driver or Sunday cruiser. Email me at patsbug66@gmail.com to receive videos of the car driving, and many more pictures. Also any questions will be answered at that adress Thanks for looking! |
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