As far as iconography goes, a Baja Bug is part of Volkswagen folklore. Built from a basic Beetle, the original Bajas were created to operate off-road, in open deserts, sand dunes and beaches.
Modified bugs have since become a huge part of the Volkswagen scene, with Baja evocations becoming very much a part of VW iconography.
This example has recently been created in the image of those original Bajas, built from a standard Beetle chassis but with several Baja-style modifications.
It’s in wonderful condition, fitted with a freshy rebuilt 1,300cc engine and ready to use and enjoy.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Some bills and invoices for work recently completed
THE INTERIOR
Leather racing seats
TRS racing harnesses
Superb order throughout
Excellent carpets, door cards and headlining
Three-spoke sports racing steering wheel
Gold dashboard highlights
THE EXTERIOR
Front bonnet pins
Fully repainted in a 2k satin black finish
Custom printed vinyl graphics which are clearcoat protected so will not fade in the sunlight
Front bonnet is on gas struts
Custom off-road side brush bars
Equipped with the obligatory buggy whip 5ft flag so you’re not lost in the dunes also has a magnet mount should you wish to mount it on the roof
LED front headlight conversion
Custom one-off LED light bar
Front and rear tubular bumpers and engine cage
Custom rally Lexan/Perspex front windows with sliding windows and locking tags
THE MECHANICS
1300cc engine has been completely rebuilt by vendor
Brand new ignition system
Brand new carburettor
Alternator conversion
Billeted aluminium breather/oil filler
Off-road EMPI “Bobcat” exhaust system - sounds incredible
Four-speed transmission with quick shift conversion
EMPI front disc brake conversion, completely rebuilt
Custom raised off-road front beam
Koni adjustable coil over shocks front and rear.
Suspension raised by 2.5 inches
New BF Goodrich 255/60/15 rear tyres
Insa Turbo Green Line off road front tyres 195/70/15
Tyres lift the bug a further three inches
SUMMARY
This is a very expressive entry into the VW world – a fully specced Baja Bug ready to show and enjoy, or potentially enter into events for similar Baja-inspired Beetles.
Whichever path you choose, you can be assured it’s an achingly cool example of Volkswagen iconography. Personalised, interesting, different and very, very cool….
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1968 Volkswagen Baja Bug
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