VW Type 82 E Beetle Replica
This is a really fun one!
Arizona based custom Beetle by a skilled metal worker and VW nut
built as a usable replica of the WW2 era "Type 82 E" Beetle
that was a blend of Beetle and Kubelwagen for use in rough terrain.
While this is not an exact replica by any means, it is pretty close and certainly captures the spirit.
Its close enough for us in military reenactments or just as a fun play toy for road or trail.
The body started out as a 1956 Oval with the spit rear window added
carefully in steel. The W decklid and early style lighting look great.
Rides tall and proud and is very clean and well done.
Lots of fantastic details on this car as you get in and look closely.
The more you look, the more you see. It truly is a labor of love build.
The car is cool of course but the accessories and add ons are what take it over the top.
From the custom built roof rack complete with color matched tow bar and shovel to the
countess goodies that come with it to round out the display and experience.
This custom built "straight bar" bicycle comes with and is impressive in its own right.
Color matched and trimmed with period look details
The "Huffy "Afrika Korps" model...you will certainly have the only one!
The bike are designed to cruise together!
Fork mount along the back.
Here in place along with all the other matching goods.
Gas can, storage box, bags and first aid kit...all trimmed out to match.
And if you want to carry a passenger instead of the bike, a matching seat is included.
Steering wheel is later model with the spokes trimmed down to the metal framework like the early
standard three spoke wheels.
All new hardware, clean switches and controls.
Dimpled shift knob with sift pattern stencil on the hump.
Even some matching driving gear!
Everything is clean and well restored inside and out.
Its not perfect, but no area was left untouched on the car during the build.
Pedal assembly
Late model speedometer with internal fuel gauge.
A better shot of the wheel...I love it.
Standard Oval era dash.
With the seat out and the bike platform in place you can even camp in it!
German style plates
Third brake light
Custom made early style taillights are amazing.
Stock T handle trimmed down to look like the split era "L" handles on front and back.
Custom made roof rack is amazing.
Bosch horn on the bumper.
Wipers
The "L" handle
A few paint flaws and minor age related stuff like this...but over all very clean.
Love the stencils!
Nice knobby rubber on 15" wheels
Love that rack!
Note the tow bar mounted up there as well.
Cool mirrors
Slick
Embossed VW logo sectioned into the hood is mega cool!
There are some chips, scratches and light stains in the matte finish paint.
Crank start tab on bumper is a neat touch
Raised suspension and beefy tires look serious!
Custom front beam and raised spindles
Ball joint front end.
Full synchro transmision
Custom single tip exhaust with VW logo ends.
1970 Chassis with independent rear suspension.
Heaters are functional
Chassis if fully restored and painted.
Adjustable front beam
Dual stage master cylinder
Headlight wiring tubes.
So clean!
Full nut and bolt restoration
Nice work!!
As in the car today, an excellent running 1600cc dual port engine trimmed to look early with the 36hp style fan shroud and painted tins.
The best part about this car is the drivability.
With the 1600cc and 12volt electrics, IRS rear suspension, etc
it is a car you can actually drive down the highway and in modern traffic
unlike an original example. Reliable, fun and an in a vintage wrapper!
Such a great look.
Under the front hood is well detailed as well.
I like the stencils here and there...definitely adds a fun touch.
All new wiring harness.
All fresh and functional
And it comes with a side canopy for camping!
Super cool
In closing this is a very unique and fun car that was well built by a long time VW nut and prolific
craftsman that takes great joy out of building something special out of a pile of old VW stuff.
While he often starts with the cars that most would never want to touch, in the end
he creates masterpieces on wheels...and this is definitely proof of his skills. Its awesome.
Asking
$22,750
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