I hear this is the best book to have for anyone. I've just gotten into all this, and am looking to get one myself. I know a guy who's been doing this for decades, and he just bought himself a new copy after losing his old one.
Hey Chris, just watched your whole series on buying a bug. Amazing amount of important info. I owned a few vintage VWs back in the day and never knew to check for many of the points you mention in this series. After two decades without a vintage beetle, I bought a ‘69 last year from original owner in San Diego. Thank goodness she just simply took very good care of it. I consider myself lucky because I didn’t check most of the things you mention in this series. Thankfully all is good after checking now but I would highly recommend this series to anyone thinking about buying a vintage beetle. Great info! Thanks again!
Chris Vallone Right on! Still working on a more comprehensive video of it but for now, you can see it here in my music video I did last year. The only thing I did was lower it (with OG owner’s blessing, of course). Only thing more Since then, just the lowback seats per TMI conversion instruction video. The rest will remain stock from here on. Also featured is my friend’s ‘69 Ghia. ua-cam.com/video/3U7TXrz0rCs/v-deo.html
Well everything is repairable really, just depends how far you want to go. Did you see any of my videos on what to look out for? I show plenty of examples of rusted bugs.
Endplay on the crankshaft will usually result in copious oil leakage from the transmission end seal. A very common failure mode for air-cooled VW engines is that they will run well and have decent compression but you can't keep oil in them.
...in case you don't hear it enough...thank you for these videos! I had a 64 in my twenties and now, in my 40's I am ready to get my hands dirty again and these videos are helping me out a lot! ...do you have any videos on how you make and actual offer/bid based on what you see as problems when buying older bug?
i used it when I had my type two I think it is a great book, buy it read it. and follow the instructions, i missed one instruction, buy a new accelerator cable i though the cable I had was one but once it got stuck in the conduit i found out it was a heater cable, it cost me a tow and some hours of labour at a vw specialist.
Looking to buy my first VW beetle this weekend and this video was exactly what I needed to feel confident checking out the beetle I'm interested in. Thank you! Edit: im subscribing I noticed you have more VW videos 👍
Man you are the best!!! I am a big VW fan and I own two beetles when I come to the states again I’ll bring them so you can repair them because the run fine but they have many small things to be done. I want to ask if you can (I’m sure you can but I’ll ask anyways) rebuild the electrical system in 1961 beetle from the begging because they have changed it to a 12 volt system and I want to keep it this way but the wiring and stuff on it is awful!!!
Thanks. I recently bought a 67 vw bug and this was my first bug purchase. Since I am inexperienced in bugs I didn't realize the amount of rust it had. Any suggestions as to what to do?
We have a 68 bug. It is a basket case, literally in baskets. I can easily see the VIN under the back seat. The tub has a plate but so worn and painted hardly visible. Any tips to "clean" it and make it more read-able. And I found the serial number on the engine. How does that number related to the VIN number? LOVE your series. Very motivating. I know 68 is not the most desirable but it was affordable and available.
I just bought a 71 super beetle with a 34 carp on it and a bosh 09 distributer. I don't have vacuum advanced on it should I? It does have trouble starting but I haven't adjusted the carb yet.
if you are like me and want super beetle I have a very good tip before you buy a super beetle, make you know the difference between the 1970s standard beetles and the super beetles, i found one listed online which had been fitted with the super beetle rear quarter panels the only way i knew it wasn't a super was by the spare wheel stating up right and not laying down flat like it should be and it was listed as a 1972 1302 super beetle and in fact it was a 1300 standard from the same year.
+ben Dordoy it may be just personally but when I buy my 1303 I will buy the one with the most photos and think this is a good thing to look for when buying beetles online because it shows that the car dealer or privet sealer has taken time to photograph the car from every angel possible
Sir, this may be an odd question but about how tall are you? I'm looking into getting a beetle and am very tall, or so I'm told. I stand at 6 foot 9 inches. Thank you very much for your videos.
Imagine going to see a Bug and it looks like that! Just amazing. I noticed that there are no hose clamps on the fuel lines. Is that normal for that era of car?
I do not think clamps were original from factory. That braided fuel line was meant to seal, back pull pressure on it tightened it down like chinese handcuffs. It is when the cars went to local mechanics for maintenance that they changed the lines to standard spec fuel lines and it was then stressed to put clamps on. The standard lines were just not tight enough.
I just bought the book/manual How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot. Are you familiar with it? Do you think it will be useful for beginner like myself? I'm not looking to do a complete restore just have a functioning weekend toy. Thanks from SoCal
HI Chris, new to the channel. I noticed I didn't see a fuel filter between the fuel pump and the carb. Where do you like to put them? Great video thanks
Great video series! Say, you mentioned oil leaks...so if someone is claiming an engine has been recently rebuilt, should there be any leaks at all? Thanks!
well, vws still tend to leak even tho the engine has been rebuilt, a small drop is ok, but anything larger than say a dime or so is something to question.
@@classicvwbugs Thanks Chris! Glad I found your channel, as it's a great resource on my road to finding the just right bug for me! Stay safe out there!
I had a question. If you had to choose between a curved windshield bug or a flat windshield with an auto stick which one would you pick. I don't like Auto stick and I don't like curved windshield. But it seems like I can get a better deal on those then a flat windshield with a manual.
Hi Chris, I have a question for you, I have a brittish 1967 bug late 67 so 12v etc. I will be fully restoring it in the future but I want to do some work on the engine its currently a 1300 single port. I want to change the barrels and pistons to 1641 and then change the heads to twin port but I want to keep 1 carb what will be the ideal standard looking carb to go with the bigger size? Ie if solex which one?
Personally I would go the 1641 with single port heads, I like that much better and you also keep the "look" correct. Then go with a correct 30 pict 1 carb, and maybe just rejet the main jet one size up.
OK but would I not get more power from the twin port set up? I was going to change the rockers for 1.1 to 1 and I now have an abarth 4 tip system also.
Ok buddy thanks for that I totally respect your thoughts and will prob stick with that carb option then. I Love the work you do bringing bugs back to a former life, keep up the great work. 👍
I've owned my 64 all my life and I'll tell you, to own a car for that long is kinda tiring. If someone would pay me the hagerty value for my car they can have it. I had tons of fun with this car when I was about 18-22 years old. I think they are for the young.
Chris Vallone I've used it before, my dad has a 55 gallon barrel of 15-40, my bug, while in high school, would leak about a quart a month, I used it all the time never had a problem, that was on a 1600 I had, now I have a 36hp freshly rebuilt, which should not leak, so I probably wont use it for that engine
I hear this is the best book to have for anyone.
I've just gotten into all this, and am looking to get one myself.
I know a guy who's been doing this for decades, and he just bought himself a new copy after losing his old one.
Yes after purchasing my bug I noticed your videos here. Ive seen some and they really help. Bunch of great information
I love these videos! Thank you so much for making them. They will really help when I start looking for a classic bug.
I guess I'm pretty randomly asking but does anyone know a good place to watch new tv shows online ?
Hey Chris, just watched your whole series on buying a bug. Amazing amount of important info. I owned a few vintage VWs back in the day and never knew to check for many of the points you mention in this series. After two decades without a vintage beetle, I bought a ‘69 last year from original owner in San Diego. Thank goodness she just simply took very good care of it. I consider myself lucky because I didn’t check most of the things you mention in this series. Thankfully all is good after checking now but I would highly recommend this series to anyone thinking about buying a vintage beetle. Great info! Thanks again!
Thank you my friend for that comment! Would love to see your bug!
Chris Vallone Right on! Still working on a more comprehensive video of it but for now, you can see it here in my music video I did last year. The only thing I did was lower it (with OG owner’s blessing, of course). Only thing more Since then, just the lowback seats per TMI conversion instruction video. The rest will remain stock from here on. Also featured is my friend’s ‘69 Ghia. ua-cam.com/video/3U7TXrz0rCs/v-deo.html
A very knowledgeable man.
The bug with the oval window is called Strato Silver, the other blue bug is Sea Blue
My first car is VW it is a SMaLL car but it leaves a BiG impact in my life! Planning to have one again!!
I love vws. Love love love them.
Well everything is repairable really, just depends how far you want to go. Did you see any of my videos on what to look out for? I show plenty of examples of rusted bugs.
Wow! This guys videos are on point and so informative!
Endplay on the crankshaft will usually result in copious oil leakage from the transmission end seal. A very common failure mode for air-cooled VW engines is that they will run well and have decent compression but you can't keep oil in them.
great tips on buying a bug!! thank you
Good stuff as always Chris. Thanks!
...in case you don't hear it enough...thank you for these videos! I had a 64 in my twenties and now, in my 40's I am ready to get my hands dirty again and these videos are helping me out a lot!
...do you have any videos on how you make and actual offer/bid based on what you see as problems when buying older bug?
i used it when I had my type two I think it is a great book, buy it read it. and follow the instructions, i missed one instruction, buy a new accelerator cable i though the cable I had was one but once it got stuck in the conduit i found out it was a heater cable, it cost me a tow and some hours of labour at a vw specialist.
Looking to buy my first VW beetle this weekend and this video was exactly what I needed to feel confident checking out the beetle I'm interested in. Thank you!
Edit: im subscribing I noticed you have more VW videos 👍
Thank you so much for this! A huge help
Very helpful video I want to buy a vw bug down the street it's been sitting on a trailer for a few months this could help me get a better deal
Man you are the best!!! I am a big VW fan and I own two beetles when I come to the states again I’ll bring them so you can repair them because the run fine but they have many small things to be done. I want to ask if you can (I’m sure you can but I’ll ask anyways) rebuild the electrical system in 1961 beetle from the begging because they have changed it to a 12 volt system and I want to keep it this way but the wiring and stuff on it is awful!!!
Hi Chris would you suggest upgrading to a 12 volt or keeping a 6 volt. My 63 still has the original 6 volt in it. Thanks.
This is my first video. It is incredible. I hope there are more like this.
Great video series Chris! Can you tell me what color green the bug has at the beginning of this video? I really like it....
Thanks for the info.
Good tips. Thanks
Your videos are really helpful. Thank you for making them.
Thanks Chris. Great video. Where did you get that huge B&W poster on your wall? The really big one. That's sweet!
Thanks. I recently bought a 67 vw bug and this was my first bug purchase. Since I am inexperienced in bugs I didn't realize the amount of rust it had. Any suggestions as to what to do?
We have a 68 bug. It is a basket case, literally in baskets. I can easily see the VIN under the back seat. The tub has a plate but so worn and painted hardly visible. Any tips to "clean" it and make it more read-able. And I found the serial number on the engine. How does that number related to the VIN number? LOVE your series. Very motivating. I know 68 is not the most desirable but it was affordable and available.
NY
Another source recommended the diesel oil but I want your expert opinion
Thank you
great tips Chris! tks!
Did you say something about Brazilian parts? I didn't understand.
Are they good? As good as American or European parts?
chris , can you make a vídeo showing the solex 26 vfis carb?
Well for starters the passengers rear floor pan is rusted and so is the shelf luggage area behind the seats.
I just bought a 71 super beetle with a 34 carp on it and a bosh 09 distributer. I don't have vacuum advanced on it should I? It does have trouble starting but I haven't adjusted the carb yet.
A beetle is my dream first car
if you are like me and want super beetle I have a very good tip before you buy a super beetle, make you know the difference between the 1970s standard beetles and the super beetles, i found one listed online which had been fitted with the super beetle rear quarter panels the only way i knew it wasn't a super was by the spare wheel stating up right and not laying down flat like it should be and it was listed as a 1972 1302 super beetle and in fact it was a 1300 standard from the same year.
+ben Dordoy it may be just personally but when I buy my 1303 I will buy the one with the most photos and think this is a good thing to look for when buying beetles online because it shows that the car dealer or privet sealer has taken time to photograph the car from every angel possible
Great video, nice Ed China reference!
I LOV3E THESE VIDS DUDE can you do more 67 beetles
Chris, how do you NOT have a million subs yet? You make fantastic videos...thank you!!
haha, im trying! Taking a new course this year on trying to get up there, there is an art to it. Gonna try and crush it this year.
good info tnanks
It was suggested to me because of high temperature
Just wondering whats the color name for the bug on the left bottom corner of the first few seconds of the video?
Sir, this may be an odd question but about how tall are you? I'm looking into getting a beetle and am very tall, or so I'm told. I stand at 6 foot 9 inches. Thank you very much for your videos.
Imagine going to see a Bug and it looks like that! Just amazing. I noticed that there are no hose clamps on the fuel lines. Is that normal for that era of car?
I do not think clamps were original from factory. That braided fuel line was meant to seal, back pull pressure on it tightened it down like chinese handcuffs. It is when the cars went to local mechanics for maintenance that they changed the lines to standard spec fuel lines and it was then stressed to put clamps on. The standard lines were just not tight enough.
is this for a post restored car?
I just bought the book/manual How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot. Are you familiar with it? Do you think it will be useful for beginner like myself? I'm not looking to do a complete restore just have a functioning weekend toy. Thanks from SoCal
Don't think so
Ok. Is there anything, if rusted, that is not repairable?
HI Chris, new to the channel. I noticed I didn't see a fuel filter between the fuel pump and the carb. Where do you like to put them? Great video thanks
Thank you! Actually under the luggage compartment once it exits out of the chassis.
Great video series! Say, you mentioned oil leaks...so if someone is claiming an engine has been recently rebuilt, should there be any leaks at all? Thanks!
well, vws still tend to leak even tho the engine has been rebuilt, a small drop is ok, but anything larger than say a dime or so is something to question.
@@classicvwbugs Thanks Chris! Glad I found your channel, as it's a great resource on my road to finding the just right bug for me! Stay safe out there!
@@WhatsUpBob You bet my friend! =)
I had a question. If you had to choose between a curved windshield bug or a flat windshield with an auto stick which one would you pick. I don't like Auto stick and I don't like curved windshield. But it seems like I can get a better deal on those then a flat windshield with a manual.
I would keep searching then, there are still plenty of bugs to find.
@@classicvwbugs okay good advice I needed someone to tell me to just be patient lol
Well, all that stuff is repairable. They sell all of the sheet metal for that.
The cooling tins are black for a reason.Think about it before you paint them another color.
Hi Chris, I have a question for you, I have a brittish 1967 bug late 67 so 12v etc. I will be fully restoring it in the future but I want to do some work on the engine its currently a 1300 single port. I want to change the barrels and pistons to 1641 and then change the heads to twin port but I want to keep 1 carb what will be the ideal standard looking carb to go with the bigger size? Ie if solex which one?
Personally I would go the 1641 with single port heads, I like that much better and you also keep the "look" correct. Then go with a correct 30 pict 1 carb, and maybe just rejet the main jet one size up.
OK but would I not get more power from the twin port set up? I was going to change the rockers for 1.1 to 1 and I now have an abarth 4 tip system also.
@@iainstingemore4048 maybe a lil, but I like the simplicity of the single port and the 30 pict 1
Ok buddy thanks for that I totally respect your thoughts and will prob stick with that carb option then. I Love the work you do bringing bugs back to a former life, keep up the great work. 👍
I've owned my 64 all my life and I'll tell you, to own a car for that long is kinda tiring. If someone would pay me the hagerty value for my car they can have it. I had tons of fun with this car when I was about 18-22 years old. I think they are for the young.
I am 5' 10" 6' 9"?? Hmmm, might be tight. I do here people still get in at that height
Lol at the shifting lesson
uh well... all depends how bad it is.
Now that's a handsome man 😍
Is it ok to run 15w40diesel oil in these old motors
why diesel oil?
Chris Vallone
I never use it.
Chris Vallone I've used it before, my dad has a 55 gallon barrel of 15-40, my bug, while in high school, would leak about a quart a month, I used it all the time never had a problem, that was on a 1600 I had, now I have a 36hp freshly rebuilt, which should not leak, so I probably wont use it for that engine
What is that D plate?
D = Deutschland = Germany
Vw beetle as a daily driver today?
You can yeah
I would like to sell my little VW beetle. Can anyone recomend a good website to me?
uh... who is a guerilla?
Didn't know that guerillas drove classics
german parts are the best
1963
"stay within that brazilian stuff" me, a brazilian: welp..
That's an engine, not a motor.
An old beetle
Classic car should only be weekend car and not a dailly car