1952 VW beetle project.
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1952 VW beetle project.
After many years storing and planning and saving, I decided that it is time. This car must return to it's former glory.
I bought this car in 2001 in Pretoria after a tip off. This was the previous owner's first car. He bought it in the late fifties and used it for a few years. When he bought his next car, he modified this 1952, probably trying to make a "Baja" before Baja bugs existed. He cut of the back end and made some other modifications, actually butchering the poor bug. In the end the car luckily ended up in the back of his garage. I say luckily, because there were a few not so lucky VW's standing outside, rusted to pieces and grass growing through them. Even a 911 amongst the "collection".
The owner's wife told me that every car they owned were still on the property as he did not want to sell anything. They were on the verge of retirement and needed to clean up the place and sell the house, and move to the coast.
To get the owner to sell me the 52 was another story. I visited him a few times driving with my 57 Oval. It did the trick as after quite some time he informed me that I can buy the car from him. It was one of the best days in my ACVW time.
After collecting the car I stored it in one of my garages, waiting for the right time to start the restoration.
Well, the time has come. Things are working out and I found a reputable company to help me to get this project done properly.
It is at the restoration shop for the necessary body work. They are spending a lot of time to do it right.
I'm having a great Christmas. 2017 is ending on a good note for me. I'm praying that 2018 will continue to be a good one as this car starts to take shape.
Rudi
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I bought this car in 2001 in Pretoria after a tip off. This was the previous owner's first car. He bought it in the late fifties and used it for a few years. When he bought his next car, he modified this 1952, probably trying to make a "Baja" before Baja bugs existed. He cut of the back end and made some other modifications, actually butchering the poor bug. In the end the car luckily ended up in the back of his garage. I say luckily, because there were a few not so lucky VW's standing outside, rusted to pieces and grass growing through them. Even a 911 amongst the "collection".
The owner's wife told me that every car they owned were still on the property as he did not want to sell anything. They were on the verge of retirement and needed to clean up the place and sell the house, and move to the coast.
To get the owner to sell me the 52 was another story. I visited him a few times driving with my 57 Oval. It did the trick as after quite some time he informed me that I can buy the car from him. It was one of the best days in my ACVW time.
After collecting the car I stored it in one of my garages, waiting for the right time to start the restoration.
Well, the time has come. Things are working out and I found a reputable company to help me to get this project done properly.
It is at the restoration shop for the necessary body work. They are spending a lot of time to do it right.
I'm having a great Christmas. 2017 is ending on a good note for me. I'm praying that 2018 will continue to be a good one as this car starts to take shape.
Rudi
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Thanks for the update. Just last week I was wondering
if it is still waiting in storage.
Looking forward to the build.
if it is still waiting in storage.
Looking forward to the build.
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
I'm looking forward to seeing this one progress.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Good to see another 1952 being restored.
Good work in getting hold of it from the PO and making it possible to be saved. Thank You
Will be following this thread with interest.
KEEP the photo's coming.
Herman
Good work in getting hold of it from the PO and making it possible to be saved. Thank You
Will be following this thread with interest.
KEEP the photo's coming.
Herman
1952 Split Beetle 1835cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Pictures Pictures Pictures good luck with the build
My biggest fear is that my wife sells my cars for what i told her they cost !!
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Great Stuff, keep the pics coming.
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
The 52 getting some attention to the bodywork. Only metal and lead going on this car.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ll4efn197os
Enjoy your day.
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
This looks like a lekker project - keep the updates coming
by fig » Mar 26, 2018
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
The 52 getting some work done. Slowly does it.
Have a great day.
Rudi
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Have a great day.
Rudi
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Thats for the after market Thermometer type fuel gauge that you could order as an extra.
Mine also has it, still have the face, but not working, as it was a cable type system.
There is a electronic look alike on the market but very expensive.
Maybe for birthday....
Good progress there Rudi, keep it coming, great to see another 52 come alive..
Herman
1952 Split Beetle 1835cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Thanks for the comment Herman, I also didn't know. Should I close the hole? Or leave it? What is your recommendations Jaco and Herman?
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Re: 1952 VW beetle project.
Wow, great progress. Keep it up and keep the pictures coming they are inspiring.
Wanted parts:
Left sunvisor
Sink faucet
Exhaust to swap for Beetle exhaust
Left sunvisor
Sink faucet
Exhaust to swap for Beetle exhaust