RESERVE LOWERED: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
RESERVE LOWERED: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
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RESERVE LOWERED: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
High Bidder: MalibuKenny
Highest Bid: $18,500 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Decorah, Iowa 52101
Seller:
Engine:
95 HP
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
16,538 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
115796144
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
30818145
Location:
Decorah, Iowa 52101
Seller:
Engine:
95 HP
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
16,538 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
115796144
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
30818145
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OVERVIEW
This 1965 Volkswagen Beetle was restored in 2019 and treated to a reupholstered interior, a custom center console, a modern audio system, and tinted windows. It is powered by an air-cooled flat-four mated to a five-speed manual transaxle and received service to the fuel system, transmission, and suspension under the seller’s one year of ownership. Finished in turquoise over a gray cloth interior, this Beetle is now offered with uninstalled spare parts, more than $2,000 in service receipts, a short surfboard, and a clear Iowa title in the seller’s name.
EXTERIOR – FEATURES
The turquoise exterior features a roof rack, chrome bumpers, dual mirrors, and rocker panel trim. The seller has posted photos of the car at shows and events in the gallery on the right.
EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES
Polished aluminum 15-inch wheels are wrapped in staggered-width tires.
INTERIOR – FEATURES
The interior was refurbished at the time of restoration and has accents that match the exterior. The later-model bucket seats are covered in gray cloth; matching materials continue to the door panels. Features include rubber floor mats, tinted windows, a newer radio system with 10 speakers, lap belts, and a custom carpeted center stack. The seller notes that the horn does not work and that the car does not come equipped with heat or air conditioning.
INTERIOR – GAUGES
Instrumentation includes a 90-mph speedometer and a fuel gauge. The five-digit mechanical odometer reads 16,538 miles, which the seller believes to be accurate.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
The upgraded, air-cooled flat-four was rated at 95 horsepower, per the seller. Service within the last several months includes the installation of a new fuel pump, gasket, and carburetor, as well as a transmission fluid change. Power is fed to the rear wheels via a floor-shifted five-speed manual transaxle.
UNDERCARRIAGE
Service in September consisted of a chassis lube, the replacement of the right outer tie rod end, and the replacement of the left rear wheel cylinder. The front brake calipers and pads were replaced at the same time.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The sale includes more than $2,000 in service receipts, uninstalled spare parts, and a matching short surfboard.
AUTOMATIC BID: $18,500
BID: $18,000
AUTOMATIC BID: $16,500
BID: $16,000
BID: $11,300
AUTOMATIC BID: $10,800
BID: $10,500
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@hartlbob123 – The blinkers are integrated into the headlights ...
A very well done custom bug
@Coltbill – Where are the front blinkers? They had glass covered headlights until 67 and fender blinkers always ...
The blinkers are integrated into the headlights
@Coltbill – Thank you for clarifying the plate. It means it was done right when the original is removed. I thought 65 bugs had the glass covered headlights. It’s still nice. No insult. ...
Where are the front blinkers? They had glass covered headlights until 67 and fender blinkers always
@hartlbob123 – from what I understand these are the original headlights, it was the year before they had the turn signals on the fenders (I don't have spare headlights) The Vin plate is a replacement to the original added at the time of restoration by the previous owner ...
Thank you for clarifying the plate. It means it was done right when the original is removed. I thought 65 bugs had the glass covered headlights. It’s still nice. No insult.
@Coltbill – Do you still have the original headlights ? Can you explain the vin plate? Non vw ...
from what I understand these are the original headlights, it was the year before they had the turn signals on the fenders (I don't have spare headlights) The Vin plate is a replacement to the original added at the time of restoration by the previous owner
Do you still have the original headlights ? Can you explain the vin plate? Non vw
@Coltbill – Is this a salvage title? The vin plate is what I’m referring to Thanks ...
This is a clean/clear Iowa title, thanks for your interest and happy bidding
Is this a salvage title? The vin plate is what I’m referring to Thanks