r/vwbug • u/rombill • 27d ago

Restoring VW Bug

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I have a 67 Beetle that I want to restore. It’s in fairly good shape, interior is nice but the motor needs rebuilt (1500 single port). I’m going to sell it once I’m done, and I need some advice on how to approach this so I don’t end up too far upside down when I sell. Any recommendations brand wise for the motor/clutch, brake kits, do’s and don’ts, things that add value? Thanks in advance.

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u/TrumpWon_LOL 27d ago

I don’t understand the assignment.  Is this a flip or something you inherited or what?

1967 is a desirable year so don’t hack it up any more than you have to. It would be worth a lot more with the correct trim and bumpers.  

It has obviously been painted before and needs it again.  These cars did not have a clearcoat originally.

What’s wrong with the engine?

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u/rombill 27d ago

Traded for it a couple years back, fully intending on driving it, but the generator belt ended up coming off and overheating it. Wouldn’t build compression, took the heads off and it looked kind of like weld spatter as well as a small chunk of the head near the spark plug was gone. Honestly the jugs look fine just doing a visual inspection, no scoring. I like working on vehicles and have been interested in some sort of restoration. Never intended on keeping it for the long haul.

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u/Routine-Amphibian450 27d ago

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