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PostPosted: Thu Jan 06, 2011 12:10 pm    Post subject: Looking for a great VW Bug restoration shop in Central NJ Reply with quote

I own a '68 bug... it was my first car when I turned 16 and I've had it for the past 12 years. About 5 years ago I got the ambitious idea that I would do a full restoration on it (myself). Everything was going great for the first month... taking the whole thing apart was a cinch! Well that's about as far as I got. The summer was over and I was out of steam.

Fast forward to today... I am moving across the country to Portland Oregon and I hate the idea of leaving behind such an important piece of my childhood. Sure it would be easier to just get rid of it and buy a new one out west since it's going to cost close to $1500 to ship it out. But these things are never rational are they?

It is currently in many, many pieces with the interior completely ripped out. Basically all that remains "in-tact" is the engine, the chassis and the two rear tires. The front axel has been taken off. The only way to move it is to pick up the front and PULLLLL. This has been a problem for the auto-shippers I've contacted. So instead of getting started on the resto in oregon, I've decided to get it in driving order here first.

I'm looking for a reputable resto/repair shop near Princeton, NJ. I wold at least like to get the chassis repainted and get the engine running... as well as getting the steering wheel and front axel in place... so I can drive it onto the carrier and then finish up the aesthetics once I get to Portland.

I am looking for any tips and recommendations for shops nearby (Within 50 miles). Or if you are looking for a project car and want to make some money.... I'm open... I just want to get this thing running again!

Thanks!
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 07, 2011 6:44 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Not likely that you'll find a VW specific restoration shop here in NJ as it would serve a relatively small market. A better bet is to buy a copy of Hemmimgs Motor News and look at the listings for NJ based restoration businesses. You could cross reference these with an online search and likely find something near to what you want.
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 07, 2011 6:52 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

You might try
http://www.therustywagen.com/main.php
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 07, 2011 4:56 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Or Foriegn Car Werks in Bound Brook. 732-805-0907.
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 07, 2011 6:12 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Franks Autobody is in Camden on 24th st.
Autobody work and painting for you car.
(856) 963-2002
He's a member of the South Jersey VW Club and is currently restoring 2 VWs for members. He'll also come to u and give u estimate of job.
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 07, 2011 6:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

73sports wrote:
Or Foriegn Car Werks in Bound Brook. 732-805-0907.

Yes... talk to Billy. He can do it all.
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 09, 2011 6:26 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

cruzan_71 wrote:
Franks Autobody is in Camden on 24th st.
Autobody work and painting for you car.
(856) 963-2002
He's a member of the South Jersey VW Club and is currently restoring 2 VWs for members. He'll also come to u and give u estimate of job.


Hmm....Does he do Karmann Ghia's?
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PostPosted: Wed Jan 12, 2011 7:16 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks everyone. Ended up dropping it off with Bill at Foreign Car Werks... wish me luck!
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