You can do this ! 67 is the best year for the beetle they’re very sought after 🎉 Maybe think of sourcing a new whole floor pan to help boost the project forward? Or restore the original and keep the numbers, it’s up to you but this is worth it …. Good luck 🤞
@@thebarrytone I had a 67 that was the opposite, the body was too far gone with UK serious rust but it oddly had a good pan so I reshelled it and swapped it all over and it made it so so much more manageable :-)
I just turned 16 and I spent my savings on a 1972 vw super beetle. I’m also not very experienced in working on cars but I’ve done a lot of research. From what I know it is possible to save a beetle even from this condition. Passion is the most important thing, as long as you have that, I think you can do it.
You got this Barry! I'm in the same boat - new to VW Beetles, always wanted one, now I do and I have a LOT of learning and work ahead of me. The old question is "How do you eat an Elephant? One bite at a time". go for it! L
That Beetle is beautiful. You have to save it. Yes lots of work but all parts are available and lots of info is also available too. I'm a VW restorer so feel free to ask me anything. Look forward to following this resto. You can do it. Also 67 is the best year.
A lot of this will depend on what your budget is. If you take this on, I'd recommend you take a welding class at your local JC and practice a lot before you start in on this. Once you get the metal work done, the rest will seem easy. The challenge will be staying interested as that amount of metalwork will be tedious and drawn out which can sap your desire to keep going. My buddy has a VW that needs about this much metalwork - he got a shop to look at it and they said, "if we do it, you'll have 50k into a car worth 15k". So, unless you have deep pockets, this is a DIY job for sure. Take your time deciding how you want to proceed and good luck! BTW, my dad and I worked on VWs together when I was young and now that he's passed, nothing give me more joy than working on my VW with my dad's tools... I feel like he's with me!
Barry.... you can do this. If you're hart is in this 67 . Like you said your not looking for perfection. And there are tons of videos on everything to fix this bug.
The killer with any classic is completeness. If it’s all there, you can bring it back one piece at a time. Take your time and have a plan. You’d be surprised how many things you can take home to work on. Get some totes and a whack load of dollar store Tupperware containers for your parts. Have fun.
With the car being a popular one I don't think you will have much trouble doing it up yourself,all parts are ready available of the shelf and they only bolt on,if your not comfortable welding get someone in to do it the engine would definitely have to be stripped down and rebuilt which is not cheap but all in all you can do it,and there is plenty of RUclips tutorials out there,what ever you good luck and I will watch to see how you do😊
Lots of good parts. Dash is complete, bumpers work for a patina ride, taillights... Find a better body. You might make a bit of money with the parts too.
You should do this, yes it will be a journey, but hey it will be worth it - the car has potential , just tap into that and learn as you go - think of the positive's you'll enjoy!!
You can do it, its such a good find, even if it takes time, its worth it and it pays for itself in the long run, beetles are very reliable cars once restored, just take it one repair at a time, wishing you the best ;-)
Im surprised that "Ct5150" didn't find get this one ahead of you. This is a body off rebuild. My 67 was in Bahama Blue. That 1500 motor is a great runner! Good luck.
I’d do a lower half car blend the paint in and drive it.i would suggest klassic fab heater channels and Wolfsburg west floor pans.not cheap but you get what you pay for plus the fitment is superb
Wrong front wings for a 5 stud 6v car. Most of missing bits of floor pan and heater channels can be replaced. Looks like a nice Delph blue car originally. Lot's of work and welding needed, good luck 👍
Barry T. Smith ... just remember, when it comes to Beetles - all 26 million of them - all of them are save-able. A friend of mine in Kingskerswell, Devon, England, owns a mint one year only 1967 Beetle - it's never been welded. Mind you, he also owns a mint 1951 T2 split window Devon camper bus, and there are only 4 of those left on the planet - there's no telling how much personal blood, sweat and tears went into making these two live on - we are not owners ... we are custodians ... A clip from Woody Allen's film Sleeper, should be a case in point ... 🤗 ... : - ruclips.net/video/yyy3hVIgJM8/видео.htmlsi=Qy5mv2y1BaWAWpSs
Its a tough first time project. Alot of it you can buy. You could get a donar body. Buy a little mig welder you will learn. Watch videos on you tube every step. A 67 is a one year only very desirable beetle. You can farm out jobs to improve results and save time.
I think you have to decide exactly how much of your free time and disposable income you want to devote to the restoration of this car. After sitting outside for 30+ years the car is going to need to have just about everything rebuilt or replaced. It will be a multi month/year project just to make it drive able, working evenings and weekends. Major expenses will include engine and perhaps, transmission rebuild, new brakes and brake lines, gas tank and fuel lines, new tires, new interior. The rust repair is a whole other issue. First you'll need new floor pans and heater channels, plus miscellaneous other panels to replace what has rusted into oblivion. Without welding skills you will most likely have to farm this work out, or learn as you go. On the plus side: 1. 1967 is one of the more desirable model years and commands a higher value than any of the later years if you do decide to restore it. You cannot expect to ever recoup your time and money if you do restore it, however. 2. You already own the car and unless you overpaid you should be able to get your purchase price back, as is. If it were me, I would sell this car and purchase one that is drive able and work on it as you go, one project at a time. Remember, if your budget allows, buy a 67 or earlier model as they are more desirable from a collectors standpoint, and easier to re-sell.
I just got one too a 67 I think mine is just as RUFF lol 😂 but I’m going to build mine with no experience so if you do heck we build them together lol I got mine as a gift to myself for being four years sober if you are on Facebook I can send you pictures I do need fenders I’m putting 66 an under front fender on mine love how they look better hope you build it you can do anything you put your mind to 😊
Great job on 4 years!! I was also thinking about putting earlier fenders on the front. I think 67s in non-USA countries had the earlier fenders in some places. I could be wrong about that. I appreciate the encouragement, and I’ll be documenting stuff here. Good luck with your bug!
So, if you looking to build a YT channel, then by all means , restore this one. Weekly episodes could bring lots of views and subscribers. Looks like you will need one of everything to make it drivable. Shame the PO treated it like a dumpster and left it for dead so many years ago.
Barry if you want to sell this 1967 VW beetle 🪲🐞 please 🙏 let me know when you can? I was born in 1967 and that year is dear to me. Because we had 2 we bugs as a kid.
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You can do this ! 67 is the best year for the beetle they’re very sought after 🎉
Maybe think of sourcing a new whole floor pan to help boost the project forward? Or restore the original and keep the numbers, it’s up to you but this is worth it ….
Good luck 🤞
That’s good idea
@@thebarrytone I had a 67 that was the opposite, the body was too far gone with UK serious rust but it oddly had a good pan so I reshelled it and swapped it all over and it made it so so much more manageable :-)
I just turned 16 and I spent my savings on a 1972 vw super beetle. I’m also not very experienced in working on cars but I’ve done a lot of research. From what I know it is possible to save a beetle even from this condition. Passion is the most important thing, as long as you have that, I think you can do it.
Good luck kid! Awesome!
You got this Barry! I'm in the same boat - new to VW Beetles, always wanted one, now I do and I have a LOT of learning and work ahead of me. The old question is "How do you eat an Elephant? One bite at a time". go for it! L
big job for sure! hopefully the local vw community is willing to help!
You can do it! I'm restoring a couple, too, and love to see other people's process. Wishing you the best of luck. Let's get 'er done!
Look at 3 years hard work, lots of dollars 💵, but hey, the satisfaction of saving it 😊
That Beetle is beautiful. You have to save it. Yes lots of work but all parts are available and lots of info is also available too. I'm a VW restorer so feel free to ask me anything. Look forward to following this resto. You can do it. Also 67 is the best year.
A lot of this will depend on what your budget is. If you take this on, I'd recommend you take a welding class at your local JC and practice a lot before you start in on this. Once you get the metal work done, the rest will seem easy. The challenge will be staying interested as that amount of metalwork will be tedious and drawn out which can sap your desire to keep going. My buddy has a VW that needs about this much metalwork - he got a shop to look at it and they said, "if we do it, you'll have 50k into a car worth 15k". So, unless you have deep pockets, this is a DIY job for sure. Take your time deciding how you want to proceed and good luck! BTW, my dad and I worked on VWs together when I was young and now that he's passed, nothing give me more joy than working on my VW with my dad's tools... I feel like he's with me!
This is a great comment, and helpful. I feel like my dad is with me when I do projects as well, and it’s one reason I want to take this on!
Barry.... you can do this. If you're hart is in this 67 . Like you said your not looking for perfection. And there are tons of videos on everything to fix this bug.
The killer with any classic is completeness. If it’s all there, you can bring it back one piece at a time. Take your time and have a plan. You’d be surprised how many things you can take home to work on. Get some totes and a whack load of dollar store Tupperware containers for your parts. Have fun.
Great advice! Yes, it’s more complete than my 69 bug, and that’s a pain.
This beetle is one step away from the crusher and it needs plenty of work... Save it if at all possible...
Keep the faith my man. You can do this. I have a 73, had a 65 and a 67....you;ll learn a ton.......enjoy it. Don't stress out about it, just have fun.
Life is a challenge, and challenges are to be accepted...
With the car being a popular one I don't think you will have much trouble doing it up yourself,all parts are ready available of the shelf and they only bolt on,if your not comfortable welding get someone in to do it the engine would definitely have to be stripped down and rebuilt which is not cheap but all in all you can do it,and there is plenty of RUclips tutorials out there,what ever you good luck and I will watch to see how you do😊
Yes! by all means, bring her back 👍
Acid bath then repair and replace what ever needs to be done. Do it slowly and gradually you’ll find everything you need to repair and replace.
Lots of good parts. Dash is complete, bumpers work for a patina ride, taillights... Find a better body. You might make a bit of money with the parts too.
You should do this, yes it will be a journey, but hey it will be worth it - the car has potential , just tap into that and learn as you go - think of the positive's you'll enjoy!!
You can do it, its such a good find, even if it takes time, its worth it and it pays for itself in the long run, beetles are very reliable cars once restored, just take it one repair at a time, wishing you the best ;-)
Im surprised that "Ct5150" didn't find get this one ahead of you. This is a body off rebuild. My 67 was in Bahama Blue. That 1500 motor is a great runner! Good luck.
I’d do a lower half car blend the paint in and drive it.i would suggest klassic fab heater channels and Wolfsburg west floor pans.not cheap but you get what you pay for plus the fitment is superb
Great find !! Obviously meant to be. Contact your local VW Club. I’m sure that they will help you with the restoration. Good luck 😎🤙👍
Ain't nothing to it but to do it.
When your done you'll be a top notch welder for sure, A lot of metal work in your future! 59 Ragtop owner.
I hope you decide to jump into it.
Regardless, it's been a month & We nEeD aN UpDaTe!
Wrong front wings for a 5 stud 6v car. Most of missing bits of floor pan and heater channels can be replaced. Looks like a nice Delph blue car originally.
Lot's of work and welding needed, good luck 👍
Do it! It'll frustrate you, but it will change your life! My second ( or third?) bug (and my 5th) were '67 bugs, and I still wish I had them both!
Makes you wonder if the Garage in the background is empty? If so its a pity the guy didnt store it in there to help save it.
You should take the challenge. And great story and narration. I think it can be done. They ain't making 67 beetles anymore.
True that!
I'm in Kentucky as well if ya decide to maybe part with it let me know I'm looking for a rough project bug in the 60s for my daughter and me. Thanks
Barry T. Smith ... just remember, when it comes to Beetles - all 26 million of them - all of them are save-able. A friend of mine in Kingskerswell, Devon, England, owns a mint one year only 1967 Beetle - it's never been welded. Mind you, he also owns a mint 1951 T2 split window Devon camper bus, and there are only 4 of those left on the planet - there's no telling how much personal blood, sweat and tears went into making these two live on - we are not owners ... we are custodians ... A clip from Woody Allen's film Sleeper, should be a case in point ... 🤗 ... : - ruclips.net/video/yyy3hVIgJM8/видео.htmlsi=Qy5mv2y1BaWAWpSs
Poor beetle
big-project?66 beatle modell=5 bolts wheel ! greating from germany
You can do bro.
Its a tough first time project. Alot of it you can buy. You could get a donar body. Buy a little mig welder you will learn. Watch videos on you tube every step. A 67 is a one year only very desirable beetle. You can farm out jobs to improve results and save time.
I think you have to decide exactly how much of your free time and disposable income you want to devote to the restoration of this car. After sitting outside for 30+ years the car is going to need to have just about everything rebuilt or replaced. It will be a multi month/year project just to make it drive able, working evenings and weekends. Major expenses will include engine and perhaps, transmission rebuild, new brakes and brake lines, gas tank and fuel lines, new tires, new interior. The rust repair is a whole other issue. First you'll need new floor pans and heater channels, plus miscellaneous other panels to replace what has rusted into oblivion. Without welding skills you will most likely have to farm this work out, or learn as you go. On the plus side: 1. 1967 is one of the more desirable model years and commands a higher value than any of the later years if you do decide to restore it. You cannot expect to ever recoup your time and money if you do restore it, however. 2. You already own the car and unless you overpaid you should be able to get your purchase price back, as is. If it were me, I would sell this car and purchase one that is drive able and work on it as you go, one project at a time. Remember, if your budget allows, buy a 67 or earlier model as they are more desirable from a collectors standpoint, and easier to re-sell.
Have restored two 67 bugs and am just finishing up a 65. Great little cars!
I just got one too a 67 I think mine is just as RUFF lol 😂 but I’m going to build mine with no experience so if you do heck we build them together lol I got mine as a gift to myself for being four years sober if you are on Facebook I can send you pictures I do need fenders I’m putting 66 an under front fender on mine love how they look better hope you build it you can do anything you put your mind to 😊
Great job on 4 years!! I was also thinking about putting earlier fenders on the front. I think 67s in non-USA countries had the earlier fenders in some places. I could be wrong about that. I appreciate the encouragement, and I’ll be documenting stuff here. Good luck with your bug!
Only an idiot would walk away from that
I have been described as such before … 😂
Fuggeddabout it. Too far gone.
So, if you looking to build a YT channel, then by all means , restore this one. Weekly episodes could bring lots of views and subscribers. Looks like you will need one of everything to make it drivable. Shame the PO treated it like a dumpster and left it for dead so many years ago.
Yeah I knew if I didn’t save it, it might be beyond saving in a few years.
Barry if you want to sell this 1967 VW beetle 🪲🐞 please 🙏 let me know when you can? I was born in 1967 and that year is dear to me. Because we had 2 we bugs as a kid.