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1974 Vw Super Beetle Convertible Restored Custom 2110 Dual Carb Freeway Flyer on 2040-cars

Year:1974 Mileage:86207 Color: Blue /
 White
Location:

Cortez, Colorado, United States

Cortez, Colorado, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2110 Dual Carb
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1542446712 Year: 1974
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle - Classic
Trim: Convertible
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 86,207
Sub Model: Super Beetle
Number of Doors: 2
Exterior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: White
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Custom restored '74 Super Beetle Convertible

JCS 2110 Dual Carb Engine

JCS Freeway Flyer transmission

Over 25K spent, lots of receipts.

I bought this car in July, 2010 from the owner who did the restoration.  I bought it for my wife, and she has not really used it much.  We have put 652 miles on it since we bought it and that is the reason we're selling it.  With a street bike, dirt bikes, a ski boat and busy schedules, we don't really get time to use it.

The following is copied from the ebay listing by the previous owner:

This is a stunning light blue VW Classic Convertible.  I have invested over $25K onm the restoration of this vehicle.  the engine, transmission were purchased from JCS.  The engine is a turn key 2110cc with the new engine and heads upgrade.  Kennedy stage 1 clutch, performance exhaust, dual 40mm carb set, single side cover IRS transmission (388:1 R&P super diff, 11D street)  total cost $5210.85 (I have the receipt)

The car comes with new wheels and tires and is also equipped with all four wheel disc brake conversion.  New paint and nedw custom interior, it also has a new canvas convertible top with headliner.  the suspension system also includes new front struts and rear shocks.  All the rubber has been replaced and the dash assembly is also new.  The radio needs to be installed and hooked up to the speakers, also the speedo is currently inoperative and the true mileage is unknown. (I have repaired the speedo, but it still pulses at low speed)  The vehicle includes just about everything new.

I would add that this thing is quick, and with the higher geared transmission, it will gladly cruise down the highway at 80mph all day.

The previous owner was obviously an enthusiast.

He did spend a lot of money in all the right places and came up with a very appealing car.

Based on what I've seen recently, I would place the real market value of this car around $20K, and that will only go up with time.  These old Beetles, especially convertibles are great investments.

Please check the pictures and video link (you can hear it run) carefully to insure you know exactly what you're buying, and good luck; summer is almost here!

 

VIDEO HERE:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epjpVb5twSA&feature=youtu.be

 

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