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Notch_Norway
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 Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2021 1:53 pm Post subject: 52 Barnfind |
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Hi guys!
Thought i would share the barnfind i did today. Extremely happy☺️
The car is not rusted and should start up fine. Drivable as is.
Im the third owner only:)
Question. What is a 49 replacement motor worth? I dont need it.
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busdaddy
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| Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2021 2:36 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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WoW!, congratulations! 
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esde
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| Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2021 2:45 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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well done sir.
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RUNKLE
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| Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2021 4:03 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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WOW! Congratulations indeed!
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Big Bull Shooter
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| Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2021 6:59 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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That's amazing - you are living my dream!
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Jimone
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finster
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 1:39 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Blimey, shows there are still some to be found... 
no idea on the value of a 49 motor, depends on condition and what is there/missing, but you won't have difficulty moving it on.
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finster
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 1:45 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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if the interior paint colours are original (steering wheel, seat frames etc) that's an interesting grey to note in the interior colours sticky.
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empiracer
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Location: Issaquah / Seattle, Wa.
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 6:38 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Lucky Man!!!!
Interesting , it has a zwitter fuel tank |
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oldsplitvw
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 7:01 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Fuel tank is correct.
While that style is commonly referred to as a "zwitter tank" it was introduced mid-1952
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empiracer
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 7:50 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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| oldsplitvw wrote: |
Fuel tank is correct.
While that style is commonly referred to as a "zwitter tank" it was introduced mid-1952
Will |
Cool good info , i was wondering if it could be a transitional piece |
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oldsplitvw
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 8:08 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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| oldsplitvw wrote: |
Fuel tank is correct.
While that style is commonly referred to as a "zwitter tank" it was introduced mid-1952
Will |
Cool good info , i was wondering if it could be a transitional piece |
It seems like Volkswagen had a lot of "transition details" in late 1952 production. My ex-11G was built the last week of August and lacked a number of details people usually associate with split windows. Just off the top of my head:
-narrow neck fuel tank
-no transmission access panel behind the rear seat
-wiring was PVC, not cloth wrapped
per Progressive Refinements:
"29 July 52 Chassis no. 1-374199 Tank filler neck: Now: 60mm dia. Formerly 100mm dia"
I was also told that the 60mm "narrow neck" tank has two varieties: the earlier style does not have the drip indent around the fuel neck, and the style was incorporated into later tanks. I have no idea when this change was made, if someone here knows please post up.
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Notch_Norway
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Location: Norway
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 9:24 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Thanks guys:)
Yes the late 52’s had a few strange options which is pretty cool.
Loving the car and cant wait to get a newer engine and gearbox in it. |
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Rich's 50
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 11:15 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Congratulations  i would get it running and enjoy it the way it is |
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FritzCP
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 3:42 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Awesome find!
what is the 49 engine serial number?
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Notch_Norway
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 4:17 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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| The engine is sold already im afraid. |
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Blue Baron
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| Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2021 4:21 pm Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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I can understand wanting a later engine and gearbox, but I wouldn't br quick to sell what it already has, especially if numbers match!
Interesting thet the hand crank hole was welded shut.
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Notch_Norway
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| Posted: Sun Oct 31, 2021 1:07 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Well the car is a 52 and the engine a 49 so its not a matching. The gearbox i will save for later.
Seriously considering sending it off for a restoration🤔 But for next year im just gonna drive it with the newer drivetrain i think. |
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CorvallisKevin
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| Posted: Sun Oct 31, 2021 7:28 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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Just an incredible find! Congratulations! I’ve always dreamed of finding a car like this, but have yet to manifest it. Still working on it…
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aa390392
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| Posted: Sun Oct 31, 2021 11:41 am Post subject: Re: 52 Barnfind |
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OLB...one lucky bastid
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