It was a 1972 volkswagen 2 beetle essentially a super beetle with a beige paint job, 0 cc aircooled flatfour engine, fourspeed manual. If you want to save gas and have a good daily driver that is pretty safe and has heat and ac etc, i would buy a used honda toyota or ford focus and use that as my daily and keep my classic vw for fun drives and keep the miles from piling on and the wear and tear on it. If i use a classic car for daily drive what i encounter with. In my area theres a used car dealership that sells only classic cars.
Jan 17, 2019 january 17, 2019 classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle to daily drive. An article about the pros and cons of buying a classic beetle for everyday. I bought a rough, and i mean rough, no passenger floor panels left rough 70 beetle for a couple hundred dollars, spent about 6 months restoring it, its still ratty, but the perfect level of. I daily drive a 2001 e46 330ci convertible, and it never fails to put a smile on my face.
Oct 15, 2019 the 20 best classic cars for daily driving. Got the split screen van which we use for weekends and fun but would love to drive a beetle again. Classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle to daily drive hey volks. I bought the car new 47 years ago, and never got another car. I have owned two and drove one of them a 73 super beetle in dc traffic the. In this short video, i give you 5 reasons why you can still use a vintage vw as a daily driver. He just bought a newer volkswagen and this one has to go.
However, there are a number of classics that look cool and are fairly inexpensive to buy and maintain, meaning you wont feel bad using them as your daily driver. However, there are a number of classics that look cool and are fairly inexpensive to buy and maintain. As expected, he undercoated and protected the underneath of the bug to protect it from the northern ny weather. The vehicle is very diy friendly and above all buying a beetle is a good investment. This is why people often only drive them on sunny, dry days on the weekend.
For your consideration a classic 51 year old 1966 vw beetle 0. Then and only then would i say a classic beetle would be a safer option. With any classic car though, daily driving may take its toll on the car. Volkswagen beetle vw bug 1970 daily driver classic 1970. The only reason i stopped was for its high gas consumption. There are 2 rust spots on driver side fender that will need to be replaced see pictures.
Would you dailydrive a 54yearold vw beetle like this. My first car, that i used as a daily driver for a couple years, was a 1968 buick skylark gs400 that im now building into a drag car. Had one when i was young and child free but now in my forties and with 3 kids have a hankering to have one again mid life crisis. Its basic, too, but thats what makes it so reliable. He bought a backup car, a newer mazda, for when his classic is in the shop.
Suggest if you want to do the daily driver classic thing, focus on makemodels that still have a lot of them on the road. Mostly american muscle cars and pickups from the 50s through early 70s. I cursed my decision to drive this beetle from oregon to michigan rather than ship it. Vw readying new vr6 with forced induction fri, 27 sep 20 16. After 45 years, i finally replaced the engine and repainted it, and it works as good as it ever did. The 10 best classic cars to drive daily petrolicious. Has various dents and scratches, but mechanically extremely well maintained. I am retiring and this was my daily driver and grocery getter. Cooper countryman mini clubman collector cars for sale mk1 motor car vintage cars honda classic cars vans.
Apr 19, 2017 however, one reddit user, vwhaulic, appears quite content making a 54yearold volkswagen beetle his daily driver of choice and has been for the last three years. Classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle to. If you spend any time on the west coast, you will still see many of these cars not used as classic cars but as daily driver. I could just buy a rustfree vw in california and drive it back home. Rare collectors classic vw super beetle convertible 3 owner car.
January 17, 2019 classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle to daily drive. Volkswagen beetle 1967 1600cc rebuilt rust free cal bug daily. Be honest with yourself and know what the limits are of the beetle and what your limits are as well. Daily driving a 50 year old vw beetle in 2019 sketchy. Before you take on the huge responsibility of buying a vw beetle, take the time to get used to the idea of driving without abs. Camaro, mustang, vw beetle, ford and chevy pickup trucks, etc. Engine runs strong no smoke etc had new bearings and rings installed many years ago. Engine was rebuilt 4 years ago by kaddie shack in riverside ca. This vw is a sold driver originally from new mexico. Share 1965 vw beetle volkswagen daily driver hd video 1972 1959 1969 luggage rack bug. The 20 best classic cars for daily driving brian silvestro. Dec 10, 2008 cook has owned the car for about ten years. When you want to have fun with it, just push it harder along a twisty road to let the chassis qualities really shine, or go to an empty parking lot and hoon like a little kid who just got his driver s license definitely one of the best classic cars to drive daily. It was a 1972 volkswagen 2 beetle essentially a super beetle with a beige.
Volkswagen beetle classics for sale classics on autotrader. I love classic minis and was a member of the local club with a number of friends also owning them. Sep 18, 2014 when you want to have fun with it, just push it harder along a twisty road to let the chassis qualities really shine, or go to an empty parking lot and hoon like a little kid who just got his drivers license definitely one of the best classic cars to drive daily. It has been converted to 12 volts with the exception of the wiper motor and started motor. Classic beetle as daily driver mid life crisis or good. Aug 24, 2016 these classic cars are affordable and fun. But he once drove it about four hours from his home near boston to norwalk, ct. By continuing to visit this site you agree to our use of cookies. Make sure you understand what the advantages and disadvantages of doing so are before you spend your money. The pick of the day is a 1972 volkswagen super beetle that looks to be an excellent example of the breed. Classic 1961 volkswagen beetle daily drivershow car for sale. List your classic and premium cars on classic driver. Try to think of any other classic car that can so easily be used for everyday.
Volkswagen beetle 1967 1600cc rebuilt rust free cal bug. Currently, mike drives the 1974 beetle at least 60 miles daily in the spring, summer, fall and into early winter. Would you dailydrive a 54yearold vw beetle like this guy. At classic driver, we offer a worldwide selection of vw beetles for sale. All repairs and maintenance done at chirco in tucson. Car has new 1776cc with dual dellorto carbs, rebuilt transmission, new wiring, new brakes, master cylinder, brake lines, new shocks the list goes on and on.
I am considering buying a classic vw beetle to make my daily driveri was daily driving a 1985 d350 dodge for most of 2014 and a good part of 2015 and loved it. Classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle to daily. If you dont keep a proper amount of distance between you and the car in front of you, theres nothing to prevent you from skidding and crashing into that car. My moms first car was a pretty typical one for a 20yearold growing up in the suburbs of munich in the 1980s. Joe has a chance to own that longterm daily driver, and he wants.
Cmrbbproject car hellparking lot mechanicvw beetleroad tripstletc 194. The odo says 92k, and cook says its turnedover either once or twice. He drives only about 1,000 miles a year, and doesnt wouldnt use it for a daily driver. The secret to finding a cheap classic vw beetle axleaddict. In my area theres a used car dealership that sells. By eric peters, automotive columnist my friend dom asked me the other night what i thought about getting an old vw to replace his modern car as his everyday driver. The beetle is the perfect car to enter the classic car scene. Front discs are a must, period, and there are aftermarket kits to upgrade, using easilyobtainable pads and rotors. I would recommend, if you seriously want a beetle as a daily driver, to consider the following. Ultimate checklist to buy a volkswagen beetle aircooled. My moms daily driver was a 1972 super beetle jalopnik.
Try to think of any other classic car that can so easily be used for everyday use. Modern enough to have a few mod cons for the commute, but still a great big na 3. Its the obvious choice for those seeking a reliable daily driver. Joe has a chance to own that longterm dailydriver, and he wants. Vw beetle, bug sedan 1966 classic with factory sunroof. All done in the past 3 years, along with all soft lines, clutch kit, and cables. Engine has never given me trouble other then routine running and oil change and does not leak oil. I drove and worked on vw beetles in the 1960s when they were new. Vw beetle, bug sedan 1966 classic with factory sunroof daily. Usable classic vw super beetle that you could drive every day. Oct 15, 2019 the 20 best classic cars for daily driving brian silvestro.
Many auto lovers who invest in classic cars want to enjoy them every day but dont believe thats possible. Jul 31, 2018 if you have access to only one car as a daily driver, then the new beetle or any car under 15 years old will be a better bet for safety and reliability. Classic vw bugs top 5 reasons you can still use a beetle. Jan 14, 2017 1963 vw beetle true survivor with only one previous owner 52k miles.
However, one reddit user, vwhaulic, appears quite content making a 54yearold volkswagen beetle his daily driver of choice and has been for the last three years. Mike did have some unfortunate mishaps along the way, like a fender. Today i would never consider driving one on a public road. If you have access to only one car as a daily driver, then the new beetle or any car under 15 years old will be a better bet for safety and reliability. I am considering buying a classic vw beetle to make my daily driver i was daily driving a 1985 d350 dodge for most of 2014 and a good part of 2015 and loved it. If i use a classic car for daily drive what i encounter. The car is currently licensed, inspected and driven. Illustration for article titled the little engine that couldnt. After reading this article you will be able to see which beetle you have to buy and which one certainly not depending on your wishes and budget of course. Im thinking of going back to having a classic beetle as a daily driver am i mad. Use the filters to narrow down your selection based on price, year and mileage to help find your dream vw beetle. Working factory sunroof, 1st year of 12 volt system in bugs, new tires and rims.
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