The 1966 VW Beetle Forum

Okay I was wondering what the thing sitting under the cargo shelf was, and now I know what is missing in the dash, thanks. As I go thru this project and the parts that came with it, I now realize that there is a lot missing. The 1600 doesn't seem to have its heat exchangers...man are those pricey! I...

Nice to see fellow Canadians here. Post interior....wish I had an interior! This was a stalled project and the PO removed all most all the interior. I had nice seat frames no fabric, no headliner, do have 1 door card no carpet. I like to think I have a clean slate to work with here. Complete dash wi...

Well always wanted a bug since 1973 and now life has dropped a 1966 stalled project and a 75 donor in my lap. Brought it home now to figure out if I want to go the same way the PO was going or change, but we all know what that means more $$$$$. His plan was to use the 1600 engine and IRS out of the ...

Nice find and great shape.
I get mine today but it must be newer as it is coming in many boxes and some assembly required.....a lot of assemble required! Always wanted one from HS too not sure why but that day has arrived.

I have acquired a stalled 66 project where the PO was installing a 75 IRS and 1600 FI. Should I reverse this and go original or will these mods not affect the value as much as I think they will?

Hi I'm new to the beetle community but have some skills as I am just completing a Triumph Spitfire project. I am about to acquire a 66 Beetle with a 75 donor. The PO has started the IRS conversion with the intent of using the FI 1600 and trans axle from the 75. Is this a good modification or should ...