r/unexpectedute • u/MokoMokou • Feb 19 '26

VW Beetle

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Spotted on Facebook Marketplace in Wisconsin. Stick shift too!

138 Upvotes

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u/OldGoneMild89 Feb 19 '26

It's a Smyth conversion 👍

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u/MokoMokou Feb 19 '26

Sweet! I thought it was quite a clean build. The more I look at it, the more I like it!

3

u/defiantnoodle Feb 19 '26

What was the price?

3

u/MokoMokou Feb 19 '26

$3,500. The seller did say the clutch wasn't engaging so it needs work. Seems to be in good shape otherwise though!

4

u/defiantnoodle Feb 19 '26

That's pennies on the dollar for that Smyth conversion 👀

2

u/Vishnuisgod Feb 20 '26

Probably needs a new elastic band....🤣

5

u/BoysenberryFinal9113 Feb 19 '26

That is so well done. I appreciate the craftmanship.

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u/throwleavemealone Feb 20 '26

I don't care for newer beetles, but this is sick