NO RESERVE 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Custom Hot Rod
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1970
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Beetle
- VIN: 1102491763
- Mileage: 33,367mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Silver
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Pompano Beach, FL 33064
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0032763
This 1970 Volkswagen Beetle has been transformed into a steampunk-inspired open-wheel hot rod with obsessive attention to detail. The product of countless hours of specialized handcraftsmanship, this Beetle features a chopped-top roof and custom-detailed bodywork with a matching bare aluminum interior. Power comes from a 1600cc engine with twin-body Weber carburetors and the chassis is fitted with front disc brakes. This one-of-a-kind Beetle is now being offered for auction at no reserve by its seller out of Florida.
This Beetle features an extended front bridge and a chopped-top roof with a forward cowl extension providing a unique and aggressive appearance. The bare metal bodywork is decorated with pinstripes and custom gold leaf graphics as well as metal suture details, drilled door handles, tubular side steps, a brass roof-mounted fire extinguisher, a knuckle duster front hood ornament, and taillights borrowed from a 1959 Cadillac. It rides on slotted red-painted wheels with chrome hubcaps and whitewall tires. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The bare metal cabin features custom handmade aluminum seats and door panels accented by custom pinstriping and copper details. Accessories include a custom three-spoke steering wheel, copper pipe door handles, a drilled aluminum passenger floorboard, a round rearview mirror, an illuminated skull ornament, and a custom steampunk-style tachometer with exposed watch gears.
Power comes from a 1,600cc flat-four VW engine with twin-body Weber carburetors and a handcrafted exhaust. The rear wheels are driven through a close-ratio 4-speed manual gearbox. Stopping power comes from front disc brakes and rear drums.
This sale will include a clean title.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $4,100
- Auction End: Aug 22, 2023 07:00:51PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 15
Comments (56)
Sold for $4,100
Bid in the amount of $4,100
Bid in the amount of $3,850
Last 11 minutes, to secure a unique piece of art, done all by hand, putting a lot of effort into it
Bid in the amount of $3,600
Engine Running
https://youtu.be/-Qo8vTj_mxs
Bid in the amount of $3,350
Bid in the amount of $3,100
Bid in the amount of $2,800
https://youtu.be/O99Gl3Nwwsc
Bid in the amount of $2,250
@seller So badass and a work of art! Well done!
Bid in the amount of $2,000
@thedisch Hi
The whitewall are only applied,
you can remove. Tires are at 80%
Bid in the amount of $1,750
What is the condition of the tires? It looks like the whitewall is peeling on at least one.
@thedisch Hi
definitely over 70 miles speed.
@thedisch Hi
67 is my personal reference number which I also carry with me in other toys.
also, what is the top speed of the car? Will it run 70mph with no problems?
what is the significance of the number 67? isn't it titled as a 1970?
Road Test 2
https://youtu.be/GYCQwpxQ_eE
@sisl2 Good Morning
Yes,
the car has been treated against corrosion, there is no rust even underneath,
always remaining faithful to the rat rod and steam punk style.
Yes,
we can help you with the shipping to you.
We have uploaded more videos and I will upload more in a moment
@Dom33 Thank you
It was built with lots of love,🤟
@sisl2 Road test
https://youtu.be/h7TyatERhqc
A start up and driving video have been added to the listing page.
Is the interior/exterior treated with anything to inhibit corrosion?
Is there a driving at street speed video?
Start-up video?
Help with organizing transport to TX?
Love this (and the ZZ Top audio overlay) but need to know a little more...
sO many details, love the craftsmanship on this build. Good luck!
Bid in the amount of $1,500
Bid in the amount of $1,250
@Johnnyfud A swamp cooler, also known as an evaporative cooler, is a cooling system that uses the principle of evaporation to cool the air. It is commonly used in hot, dry climates to provide an energy-efficient and cost-effective way to cool interior spaces. It works by pumping water onto a damp sponge or pad and blowing warm air through it. The water evaporates from the moist pad, thus lowering the temperature of the air which is then blown into the room by a fan. It is more efficient in dry climates and has lower energy consumption than traditional air conditioners. However, it may not work as well in humid climates.
Bid in the amount of $1,000
@dmundy debatable
@Johnnyfud maybe driving down the street at full speed, a cold start…..
Could someone please explain to me what that very unique item is on the roof that seems to extend into the car like a fire extinguisher? Does that have any purpose?
Also, could we please see a video of this running? Does it even run? I got to see the music video but it would be so much more helpful to see if it would run. I’m trying to buy this for the motor.
@haasfogle I’m gonna just point out that ZZ Top is never out of date.
@haasfogle we are selling a fully functional car ready to be used, the backing track was just to make the auction a bit more cheerful,
however i have uploaded more videos and will upload more, however as you can see in the video the car was moving and not c 'was nobody pushing. However,
if you need further clarification,
do not hesitate to ask, thanks for your attention,
good bidding
https://youtube.com/shorts/Jjgb2khJhIQ?feature=share
https://youtube.com/shorts/_LBVm5dWv9g?feature=share
Bid in the amount of $750
why in the world would you overlay a out of date ZZTop song on top of what should have been a "running/driving" video?
makes me assume you dont want to disclose the actual running condition......
https://youtube.com/shorts/6gF6FhzcoAo?feature=share
don't miss this unique opportunity
to buy a steampunk rat rod beetle
Bid in the amount of $500
@nigelicd yes you are a right hand drive
Can you please confirm this is a Right Hand Drive
example, and not reversed images?
Thanks
Bid in the amount of $250
https://youtube.com/shorts/Fvu-m_OQH3M?feature=share
https://youtu.be/jfz2Is87TwA
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