best year for a project vw? just getting started need rwcomm

[ranran76]

I always wanted a bug.my mom does too. I want one that has that high pitched get up and go sound. You know, sprnnnnnn! Spruennnnnnnnn! Bsplennnnnn! 70's I know but what yr. Must be two door. Hardtop or convertible doesn't matter.

[drscope]

How old are you?

What kind of tools do you have?

What skills do you have?

And how big is your pocketbook?

The answers will really matter in what is the best choice for you.
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[joe56vw]

the only major change from '70-'79 bugs is standard vs. super beetle other then that the change are mechanical things which can be modified some what easily and small bolt on things like lights, bumpers, handles, etc..

btw they are all two doors unless someone did some crazy mods to them


also if those sounds were sounds you hear coming from Honda then buy a Honda cause a aircooled VW will never sound like a Honda without major mods
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Getting bumpers and the bumper brackes is a lot easier pre 74. And 74 is a 1 year only bumper and bracked and near impossible to get. 75 and on are findable.

I personally like the IRS (independent rear suspention) on late models and would avoid the swingarm of earlier models.

Also research the cost of a convertable top before heading that direction, it will surprise you.

Supers and standards have vastly different front suspension, so they handle differently and handle different terrain differently. So you also need to envision you final product. Raise it, lower it, baja it, what you start with does not dictate where you end up but it does greatly alter the amount of effort it takes to get there. I personnally want minor off road capablities on an otherwise stock bug. A standard already has reasonable off road capablities, maybe throw on a locking differential and I am all set.

Read lots of posts, especially about what you want you final project to be.

[marklaken]

You will want a slammed beddle bug if you want to howl about your Bsplennnnnn!
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[Craig]