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1966 VW Beetle - Rare Find - Original - $13,000 (Gillespie Park)
902 Goodrich Ave near 9th
1966
Volkswagen Beetle
condition:
good
cylinders:
4 cylinders
drive:
fwd
fuel:
gas
odometer:
113,568
paint color:
blue
title status:
clean
transmission:
manual
odometer rolled over
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Exterior
Bathed in Sea Blue, the classically cute shape of the Beetle makes people smile nearly 60 years later. Round fenders flanking the arching hood, domed roof, and sloping rear coupled with straight, wide doors create a look that invites you in. The external door handles were new for '66 and became the trademark handle until 2003. Exterior paint, mirror and chrome bumpers are all original. There are very few imperfections in the paint. Tires are new. All service records provided.
Interior
The interior is all original, except the front and back seat upholstery, which was refurbished in the 90s. Tan inlay vinyl door panels adhere to the interior of the doors. The door panels, rear seat side panels, and back paneling are in good condition but have some discoloring. The low back rear bench is in good condition. The steering wheel Wolfsburg emblem shines bright in the center of the horn ring. The turn signal is in working condition, but the arm needs to be replaced. The Sea Blue dash is in great shape and houses original gauges and Sapphire AM radio. The mats and carpeting are in OK condition and could benefit from restoration. The headliner is in good condition with one flaw. The rear floor has deterioration.
Drivetrain
A 1300 cc engine is in place rated at 50 horsepower. It's fed by a 1-barrel carburetor and tied to a 4-speed manual transmission. The rear engine compartment is clean and presentable in driver condition and of course, most components are accessible. Drum brakes occupy each corner of the Beetle.
Undercarriage
The undercarriage has rust.
A Classic Little Car
The upright position, tall windows, and small size make these nimble cars a joy to drive and why millions of them were sold in the U.S. and beyond. This car zoomed onto our test loop buzzing along with a sound only VW's can make. It's nimble, fun, and all functions work as intended.
Not many introverts drive classic Beetles, or even modern ones for that matter. But that doesn't mean if you're not the talkative type you won't enjoy this car. This one could be driven as is or really pop with some loving restoration. It's got solid bones and many of the features that make 1966 Beetle so special and desired. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of automotive history.
to see a video of how the car looks and starts up cut and paste: https://youtu.be/A4wICkz00N4?si=mug6HoJawpbyplDd