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Erik G Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2002 Posts: 13280 Location: Tejas!
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Posted: Mon May 15, 2017 4:15 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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I never understood that mentality. I paid like $250 a year on my Notchback insured at 25K with hagerty, same with my 912. I don't trust Houston drivers for nothing. I don't consider that a lot when I think about my time and effort and money spent.
I'm also closer to downtown, and I have had a car stolen from me before... _________________ Stop dead photo links! Post your photos to The Samba Gallery! |
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EverettB Administrator
Joined: April 11, 2000 Posts: 69823 Location: Phoenix Metro
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Posted: Mon May 15, 2017 4:57 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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txoval wrote: |
Is the appraisal for your registration of simply for insurance?
Obviously there is risk involved, but with Hagerty I simply took photos and gave them a value of $10k. Is my 54 worth more than that...yeah, but I'm not going to pay out the rearend for insurance on a car that I drive on nice days.
Plus, besides paint, I did the majority of the work.
I pay $140/year |
I understand your point but it's not much more to insure it for the full value.
Example: A $100K in cars isn't 10x more. _________________ How to Post Photos
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txoval Samba Member
Joined: January 23, 2004 Posts: 3552 Location: The Woodlands, TX
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Posted: Mon May 15, 2017 5:16 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Another part for me is that is what it was worth before I took it apart and rebuilt it and I have never changed the value...
I may call Hagerty to see how much a $20k policy would be, but I drive my Oval ~1500-2000 miles a year, mainly to shows and back home. Mine is registered as an Antique, so technically I can only drive to shows, parades, or repair shops...and less than 2500 miles a year.
Like I said it's a risk, but I would not pay $400-500 a year for insurance. If I drove it everyday I would. Traffic is much better than Houston up in the Woodlands/Conroe area |
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Mon May 15, 2017 9:48 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Hello all, interesting discussion. The appraisal was for two purposes. First was personal interest, but more importantly required for the ICBC and Hagerty. Plus, someone in BC can correct me, but I believe the info is required in this province to obtain collectors plates which I have to apply for.
I am more inclined to go for the full amount of the appraisal, but will discuss with my insurance broker on Thursday. Will let you know.
Thanks,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
54 European Sedan deluxe
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favguy Samba Member
Joined: January 25, 2012 Posts: 236 Location: England
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Posted: Tue May 16, 2017 3:18 am Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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I'd advise insuring for the full appraisal figure, if the worst did happen, you really want that much back. It's all well and good arguing that it's cost you a lot less than this figure to restore the car, but you have literally spent years on this, heart and soul, and your labour should be allowed for.
The difference will most likely be peanuts per year anyway...
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Fri May 19, 2017 11:00 am Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Hey guys, safety inspection passed with flying colours, there was no doubt. I have the car now temporarily registered with regular plates until my application for collectors plates (which I sent today) is approved. Will have it on the road in a day or two. Pics to come.
Cheers,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Sat May 20, 2017 10:55 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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So all, registration went well, just regular plates temporarily, application for collectors plates in takes a few weeks to get back. Will apply for the Hagerty insurance then.
In the meantime, made myself front plate mounting brackets, and took Schultz for almost 70km's of breaking in fun around beautiful Victoria.
Stopped at my wife's work for a quick photo op, and a free ice cream, thanks honey:
Then off to our local Castle in town:
A couple of things that need adjustment, but nothing major. All components seem to be getting along well. Can't get the smile off my face tonight!!!
More to come stay tuned.
Thanks,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
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Russ Samba Member
Joined: January 12, 2003 Posts: 1560 Location: Langley B.C.
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Posted: Sat May 20, 2017 11:01 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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excellent to see you driving it
enjoy it while the weather is good _________________ Cruiser pedals for sale (see my ad's)
55 hardtop finally finished
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Fifty-Eight Rag Samba Member
Joined: September 07, 2011 Posts: 936 Location: St. Louis, MO
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Sun May 28, 2017 10:21 am Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Thanks Russ and Fifty-Eight Rag appreciate the comments.
Schultz had his first, if not impromptu, car show last night. Every Saturday night at Ogden Point pier in Victoria BC, they hold an antique car show I found out at the last minute. Here are the pics from a great night out with Schultz and my wife (the official photographer)
On behalf of my wife Naomi and myself thanks for watching, supporting and commenting on Schultz's build. Looking forward to many happy days of driving and also look forward to meeting some of you in the future.
Cheers,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
54 European Sedan deluxe
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Zwitterkafer Samba Member
Joined: November 17, 2007 Posts: 879 Location: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada
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Posted: Sun May 28, 2017 12:53 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Fabulous!! All the best; enjoy!! _________________ "Criticism comes easier than Craftsmanship"
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vwnut1 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2012 Posts: 495 Location: So Cal
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Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2017 6:33 am Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Beautiful car, love the exterior color.
So, do you plan on enjoying the Bug or finding another diamond in the rough? You will probably get the itch for another VW project within the next 6-months:) _________________ 1957 VW Oval Resto Mod |
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bwaz Samba Member
Joined: August 24, 2004 Posts: 1780
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Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2017 8:43 am Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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excellent work, hope to see you and the car this summer! |
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2017 7:45 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Thanks Zwitterkafer, I am enjoying it for sure. Thank you again for the licence light, wouldn't be the same without it.
Thanks vwnut1, I plan on enjoying the car for sure. I think I will spend my spare vw time helping others rebuild their projects. Having said that found a bug in a garage today, lol.
Thanks bwaz, I have my ferry tickets and hotel for the Vancouver show look Schultz and I up, hope to meet you there.
Cheers,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Thu Jun 29, 2017 5:00 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Needed some retuning help on my 36 hp this past week. Contacted my engine builder Rick Herity, who was able to give me some good tips on how to make it run better. Between that info and a newly overhauled correct carburetor from Robert Chambers in NJ, I have a very smooth and powerful running 36 hp.
Thank you, gents..
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
54 European Sedan deluxe
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hightopmafia Samba Member
Joined: June 03, 2016 Posts: 1 Location: San Diego,ca
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Posted: Thu Jun 29, 2017 8:05 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Amazing job |
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54bugn Samba Member
Joined: April 28, 2005 Posts: 493 Location: Parksville BC, Canada
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Posted: Sun Jul 02, 2017 8:54 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Thank you hightopmafia, appreciate it.
Out for a drive today on a beautiful sunny Victoria Day. Used the north side of the Olympic mountains as my backdrop. Thank you Washington state.
Schultz running so nice now, would take him anywhere.
Cheers,
Mike _________________ "Schwing wrote:
You either have to be too cheap to hire a pro or determined to do it yourself, but it helps to be both!"
54 European Sedan deluxe
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René R. Samba Member
Joined: July 06, 2015 Posts: 1711 Location: No. Calif.
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Posted: Sun Jul 02, 2017 9:52 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Seriously beautiful -- both car and scenery. _________________ Gone but not forgotten: 1950 Hoffman split (restored in 1966) - another 1950 Hoffman split (restored in 1996) |
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Hazza6542 Samba Member
Joined: August 04, 2016 Posts: 104 Location: Straya
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Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2017 4:34 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Just spent my morning going through this build from the start, what an amazing job. Hope you're enjoying every second of driving, what a motivation. _________________ 55 build: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=680057 |
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Robert Chambers Samba Member
Joined: August 11, 2005 Posts: 216
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Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 5:59 pm Post subject: Re: My 54 european deluxe from start to finish |
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Hey Mike,
I just went through your build. Wow, what a beautiful car. Your restoration is top notch. Thanks for the plug on the carb. Glad to hear it is ready to go anywhere. Best of luck and enjoy Schultz!
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