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johnnyaz
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 Posted: Tue Oct 28, 2014 2:23 pm Post subject: What to do? 73 Sports Bug |
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I just picked up a 73 sports bug...Mostly all original...but it needs a new muffler...it has a big hole in it right now...still has the black tail pipes...do I leave it ? (it is from 73) or go and get a new one ???
What to do ?? 
John
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Mr.Duncan
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post a photo.
Most likely:
Get a new muffler.
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Volks Wagen
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| Posted: Tue Oct 28, 2014 3:31 pm Post subject: Re: What ot do ??? |
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I jut pick up a 73 sports bug...all original...but it needs a new muffler...it has a big hole in it right now...still has the black tail pipes...do I leave it ? (it is from 73) or go and get a new one ???
What to do ??
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The tail pipes can be swapped over. Weld up the hole in it?
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gt1953
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You made the plunge on the VW. What part of Arizona??? After it is a HUGE state.
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johnnyaz
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| Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2014 8:35 am Post subject: |
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| You made the plunge on the VW. What part of Arizona??? After it is a HUGE state. |
I am in the North Phoenix area..
Where is the best place to post photos of the car ?
I had a SB in 1979 and found this one by dumb luck.. 
This one is a total time machine...seats have been redone and its been repainted but it is straight as an arrow. has all 5 et26 rims...steering wheel is in great shape...pan is near perfect...still has the foam inserts in the trunk to clear the spare..its a L13M color (sticker still there) totally fun to drive...
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jhicken
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| Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2014 7:36 pm Post subject: |
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Post your pics in the gallery. As for the muffler, replace it with a new one and keep the original tail pipes.
-jeffrey
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Gerb
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Pictures would be great. Always like to see my "cousins."
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johnnyaz
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| Pictures would be great. Always like to see my "cousins." |
I posted pics in the gallery...just search for 1973 sports bug.
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Gerb
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Looks like a nice Sport Bug. Cool the front trunk mat is still intact.
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jhicken
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Nice car, wonder why there are no stripes
Don't think the trim on the drip rails or front quarter seam is original though.
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Gerb
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Nice car, wonder why there are no stripes
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The stripes were originally installed by the dealer, though they didn't always do it. They tend to get left off after repaints too.
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jhicken
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| The stripes were originally installed by the dealer, though they didn't always do it. They tend to get left off after repaints too. |
I know but I don't believe I've ever seen an original Sports Bug without them. The op stated that the car was all original so I assumed that it was original paint.
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joemama
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| The op said its been repainted. |
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CWAVE
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I don't believe Sports Bugs with stripes were the rule. I'm aware of some original Sports Bugs that were purchased without the stripe.
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jhicken
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He stole it, I coulda sold that for twice that easy.
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Her74buggy
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And it came with a warranty! |
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johnnyaz
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And it came with a warranty! |
Yup thats it...LOL....I paid a bit more than that but not much....Took a chance knowing what I know about these cars...I did a buy it now deal...warranty is a joke...50ft or 5min..... ...car is awesome though...I spoke with the previous owner..he had it painted last year and replaced a few items (side mirror that was original !) but mostly the rubber seals around the windows..new back glass (VW replacement cost him 350.00). I am the 4th owner so far.....Needs a muffler as it is shot !
And "YES" I did steal it....those guys had no idea that it was a 1year only Sports Bug. WOO !!!!
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johnnyaz
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| Posted: Mon Mar 16, 2015 1:56 pm Post subject: TADA !! |
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Will be at Bugorama in Chandler AZ on the 29th ....
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Gerb
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Nice Sport Bug!
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