1968 VW Beetle with Porsche 356 Engine For Sale
This 1968 Beetle is being sold by the son of its long time owner
who modified it in the 1970's and fitted an engine from a Porsche 356!
Located just outside of Chicago Illinois, this cool little sleeper is a real time capsule.
Always garaged and kept out of the weather since the 1970's
it remains in quite presentable condition as you can see in the photos.
There are some dings, scratches and small age related issues if you look close
but it still shows well and holds a shine.
Very minor body modifications such as the removed running boards and
filled in rocker panels. Edges of the fenders reshaped just a hair as well to line up with the
rocker panel areas. Rear taillights have also been shaved and swapped for round lights.
Turn signals removed from the fender tops and relocated below the bumper.
Small nose style license plate light from an early 60's model and the rear apron
reshaped to eliminate the cut outs for the pea shooter tail pipes.
Minor stance adjustment with bigger tires out back on wider than factory wheels with stock hubcaps
They are subtle modifications, but when you look close you see its just a bit unique!
What is most special about the car is the late 1950's Porsche 1600 S Motor that came from
a 356 Super. With dual carbs and a nice upgrade in horsepower over the stock VW engine.
This was apparently installed way back in the 1970's!