Description
VW Beetle (1968) – Fully Restored/ Stunning
Considered one of the single most influential cars of the 20th century, more than 21 million Volkswagen beetles were sold between 1938 & 2003. Its Autobahn-cruising reliability and "People's Car" ease of service established it as the quintessential economy car by 1950, while the quirky styling and intelligent, self-deprecating advertisements solidified its legacy as a cultural reference point.
At Milestone Classics we have a weakness for air-cooled VW’s and when this Beetle was offered back to by the last keeper we simply could not refuse.
The VW was originally owned by a West Sussex husband and wife since 1989 and was the subject of a no expense spared restoration and full mechanical upgrade over an extended period of time some years ago.
The husband, a pilot with Virgin Atlantic, sourced the majority of parts from America bringing them back as hand luggage one piece at a time and captured the entire restoration with around 1, 000 pictures - most with a hand-written description.
Engine
· Standard 1600cc Factory Specification
Transmission
· Transform (USA) Street Pro gearbox
· Kennedy clutch
Electrical
· Alternator conversion
· Heated rear window
Suspension
· Front – dropped spindles (1. 5 inch) fitted
· Rear – Stock height
· Poly bushed throughout
· Heavy duty anti-roll bar
· Gas shocks
Wheels & Brakes
· Empi style polished wheels
· Front & rear disc brakes fitted
· Braided brake lines
Body
· Wings – new
· Bonnet – new
· Front & rear bumpers – new
· Sills – new
· Running boards – new
· Floor pan – new
· Front Beam assembly – new
· Doors – fully reconditioned (USA)
Interior
· Headlining - new
· Front seats – new
· Carpets - new
· Instruments – Rev counter, oil pressure & temperature
· Centre console
· Fire extinguisher
An absolutely stunning example of the “bestselling car in the world” the VW drives as good as she looks, sounds awesome and draws positive comments wherever you park. The car has real presence and needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
