It's on it's way!

Bogey · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 12:23 pm Post subject: It's on it's way!

Hi,
I'm usually on the fat chick side of the forums but today i think I can start posting and asking here.

I bought a 1965. And I'm a nervous wreck waiting for it.

Here it is:

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It's bone stock, Bahama Blue, 1200 6v, with radio delete.

It is a gift to my Mother. The first car she bought BRAND new was a 65 just like this. My Dad ( her boyfriend at the time ) drove it to the store on day, parked it, and it was soon destroyed by a truck that rear ended it as he watched from nearby.

So, now that I can, I will give her her car back while she still can drive.
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1968 Type 1 Beetle 1641 m/t conversion with IRS
1965 Type 1 Beetle 1200 Bahama Blue
2008 GTI
2006 Ducati Sport Classic 1000

starved-artist · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 12:25 pm Post subject:

She will love it.
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lchang003 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:24 pm Post subject:

Wow she's a beauty! Your mom will love it!
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bruce jones · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:26 pm Post subject:

Great story. Does your mother know about it, or is it a surprise? Either way - what a fine thing to do.
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silvertonguedevil · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:30 pm Post subject:

Beautiful car and it's really neat of you that you're doing this. Keep us posted and we need a picture of her face when she sees it for the first time!! Laughing

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Maddog209 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:30 pm Post subject:

Terrific gift! Where is it coming from? I hope you post pictures when you give this wonderful car to your mother. Nice find!!
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Hotrodvw · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:39 pm Post subject:

very cool!!!!!!
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Snydr · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:40 pm Post subject:

That is bad ass!
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Bogey · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:50 pm Post subject:

Thanks all...!

It is coming from Sacramento. I hunted on here for a while and met some very nice people with good cars and each a fine example.

I've always wanted to do this, but more so now. You see, just recently, my Mom was diagnosed with Cancer. She is in good spirits and still going at 85 MPH Smile

Sadly, it is not fixable. Yet we have hope. She has hope.

She gets around, drives, and insist on needing no help with anything (she raised three kids on her own----my Father passed away early)

So, why not give some happiness? It's only money.

My Mother does not know though I've hinted to other members of my family to gauge a response. They all thought it would be a waste of money and time but, meh, why the hell not? So, I kept quiet. Even my Girlfriend, who lives with me, doesn't know. Though, I've told her the story of the destroyed beetle.

Thanks for reading.
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Volkswagen...Making mechanics out of owners since WW2.

1968 Type 1 Beetle 1641 m/t conversion with IRS
1965 Type 1 Beetle 1200 Bahama Blue
2008 GTI
2006 Ducati Sport Classic 1000

lchang003 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:56 pm Post subject:

Like you said, it's only money. I lost my mother and if I could go back and do something that will make her happy for even a short time I would.

Bogey All I can say to you is Wow...what a good son you are.

Now on a lighter note...why didn't I see this car here in Sacramento????? Wait...is this coming from Natomas? Cause if so I saw a guy driving one VERY similar.

Good luck to you and your mother....
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'66 Bug - Ocho
67 DD Panel - DD
60 Baja - Diablo
65 Bug - Betty
73 Baja - Dottie
79 Bus - Lil D

SST ~ Team Badfishie/DD
2013 HBG
2014 Mendo/Trinity
2015 Usal Beach Aftermath
2017 Oregon Start

ping349n · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 2:13 pm Post subject:

What an AMAZING thing to do! I am all for it. If it means having her happy and in a good place, it is worth every dime! My heart goes out to you, but look up to you as an inspiration. Keep us posted!

Bogey · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 3:27 pm Post subject:

lchang003 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 3:29 pm Post subject:

Vintagespeed · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 3:31 pm Post subject:

now that's one nice bahama blue bug.

i've got the same, but errr, not exactly in the same shape to be honest Laughing

mykidsbug · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:01 pm Post subject:

Love that bug dude.. Great gift.. I hope they both enjoy it. Mom & Pop

Chris659 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:08 pm Post subject:

What a cool thing to do! Forget the rest of the familys opinion! Like others here have said, if you can do something to make her happy and she's keeping a good spirit then let her enjoy it! Spend as much time with her as you can!

Can't wait to see more pictures! Hope you get a good one of her expression when she first sees it!

windsoreight · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:14 pm Post subject:

Good for you. What a great gift. I am sure it will bring her spirits up.

gt1953 · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 5:27 pm Post subject:

Very proud of you and making her happy...cannot wait to here the reply from her whe she gets it.
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flyboat · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 5:30 pm Post subject:

Can I adopt you???? Very Happy

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silvertonguedevil · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 6:19 pm Post subject:

When is the big day? I'll be glued right here!
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