My 69 Beetle

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 5:51 pm Post subject: My 69 Beetle

This will be my first VW, so I have a bit of a learning curve, but I think I'm learning pretty quick. It's a 69, but I'm going to switch to 64 fenders, hood, decklid, bumpers, and fenders.

It isn't much of a looker right now, but it's complete and running.

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1962 Beetle Sedan - Back on the road after 17 years
1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 5:53 pm Post subject:

Trying on one of the 64 fenders.

The panels need a lot of work (surface rust and a few dings), but I wanted to try them on to make sure everything lines up.
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1962 Beetle Sedan - Back on the road after 17 years
1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 5:58 pm Post subject:

Here's the engine. i was told it's a 1600, but I haven't investigated yet.

I know, i need to move the fuel filter.
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1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 6:39 pm Post subject:

Here's what I'm hoping the finished product will look like.

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1962 Beetle Sedan - Back on the road after 17 years
1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

cdydatzigs · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 6:44 pm Post subject:

Should look pretty sweet. I am restoring a '69 right now to look bone stock. Just curious, why didn't you just get a '67 or older bug to begin with for your project?
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'69 Beetle Autostick

"Discovered by the Germans in 1904, they named it San Diego, which of course in German means a whale's vagina."

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 6:52 pm Post subject:

Primarily because I couldn't find a complete 67 or older in my budget. Also, the better visibility with the smaller b pillars (helped convince the wife it was safe).

I pretty much figured most parts are interchangeable, so I'd just get something to start with, then add whatever parts I want. My last project was a 72 El Camino SS, so I wanted it completely bone stock (except for the 500 HP 454 of course). This time around, I just wanted to have fun with something. The earlier I got, the more I'd want to keep it stock.
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1962 Beetle Sedan - Back on the road after 17 years
1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

german69 · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 7:17 pm Post subject:

Hey check out my 69 vw project bug called 69 project car it is at top of list cant miss it. I am only 14 but it has been a easy and fun project for me. Good luck and a great start for you.
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cdydatzigs · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 7:22 pm Post subject:

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 7:44 pm Post subject:

Birdmanhere · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 8:56 pm Post subject:

Fattie · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:21 pm Post subject:

I was wondering the same... also ,what happened 2 the air filter

german69 · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:41 pm Post subject:

maybe the air vent is different for air-conditioning system, just a guess though. My bug looks nice Because it had a cover up paint job and in pictures you cant see the non-poped out dents from a roll-over or something.
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69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:52 pm Post subject:

69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:01 pm Post subject:

rumplestilskin · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:57 pm Post subject:

the ducting is for ac, it is so the compressor will fit

german69 · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 11:03 pm Post subject:

good guess on my part. I guess i am starting to kno my vw stuff. With help from all you air-cooled vets.
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69CalLookBeetle · Posted: Sun Jul 22, 2007 11:37 pm Post subject:

I've been researching front apron stuff. Looks like I may need to replace the front clip at some time, since the bumper mounts are different from 64 to 69 (inside vs. outside) and my front clip is pretty tweaked anyway. It seems like a pretty risky and involved process though. So, until my welding skills are up to par, I may just straighten it as much as possible and use the special brackets for early bumpers.

I'll try to get some pictures of it up tomorrow.
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1962 Beetle Sedan - Back on the road after 17 years
1969 Beetle Sedan - Soon to be back on the road... hopefully

cdydatzigs · Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2007 7:59 am Post subject:

I live in San Diego and had my '69 Autostick shipped from Alabama because the body was straight -- to avoid these problems. There were a few minor rust issues and don't ask me how much mud, leaves and hornets nests I found in there as I stripped it down though. Confused

Next project is comin' from Nevada or Arizona...
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-- Steve

'69 Beetle Autostick

"Discovered by the Germans in 1904, they named it San Diego, which of course in German means a whale's vagina."

srbarker · Samba Member Joined: July 15, 2007 Posts: 31

Good Luck with your 69 Beetle project! I bought my a long time ago for $100 - it was a "complete rust bucket" but just kept working on it and now its almost done...Be patient...

I had so much fun with my first one I am now starting on my second...

cdydatzigs · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 12:36 pm Post subject:


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