There are a couple of things that has to be done,but that's to be expected.The car is complete,and the OG engine is being replaced.The car is almost rust free.
My 63 Notch
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Chris
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My 63 Notch
I have been negotiating and paying the last couple of weeks on a Notch that I have been interested in,and now finally she's mine.And thanks to Wentzel got my first pics to share with you.
There are a couple of things that has to be done,but that's to be expected.The car is complete,and the OG engine is being replaced.The car is almost rust free.
There are a couple of things that has to be done,but that's to be expected.The car is complete,and the OG engine is being replaced.The car is almost rust free.
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
I have already ordered a couple of parts from calooker.Unfortunately the nose has been cut to fit a grill for a radiator,but it's no train smash.The wheels are 356 
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
What engine has it got at present? You can keep that grille for the aircon 
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
The engine that will be in there is the OG 1600 engine with a EMPI exhaust systym.
Apparently the PO said that the car can do oner 90mph!
Apparently the PO said that the car can do oner 90mph!
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
That would be indicated 90 yes 
Max speed for the 1600TL 83mph according to the 1966 Autocar test in front of me.
Pop a T4 in there and you can do this ... or more http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/media/speed.mpeg
Max speed for the 1600TL 83mph according to the 1966 Autocar test in front of me.
Pop a T4 in there and you can do this ... or more http://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/media/speed.mpeg
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
Very nice, Chris! You'll have great fun with it, but just keep an eye on the rear window when Calooker is close to it 
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Re: It's Official-My Notch
Congrats Chris. It looks like a nice car. I like the yellow bay in the background too.