Just went behind the wifes back and bought a 66 Beetle.
I know nothing about cars but wanted it so bad. Will be coming here for lots of advice if people don't mind.
Seems in good condition. The engine runs fine and there is only a little rust.
First question. How do I deal with the rust in the tyre well (I know I shouldn't buy cars with rust there but I fell in love).
Oh and to all the Aussies out there. I have the unusual number thing as well it must just be our cars.
Hello from South Australia
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Sorry to ask tech questions here but it seems pointless to start a new thread.
The rust (and it is pretty bad 2 HUGE HOLES TO THE GROUND)) is under the spare tyre. Any hints or tips in how to sort it? I am thinking of cutting it out and replacing with a metal plate?
Will this work or is this bludgeoning the problem?
Another quicky. Trying to close the bonnet but it wont lock down. Does that notch thing need lining up??
The rust (and it is pretty bad 2 HUGE HOLES TO THE GROUND)) is under the spare tyre. Any hints or tips in how to sort it? I am thinking of cutting it out and replacing with a metal plate?
Will this work or is this bludgeoning the problem?
Another quicky. Trying to close the bonnet but it wont lock down. Does that notch thing need lining up??
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There are replacement panels for the spare tire area so I would buy one of those. There are panels for just the bottom or the entire well area. As far as the trunk it sounds like the trunk is not latching so you will need to make sure they are engaging, but before you make any adjustments make sure that when you pull on the release (from inside the car), that the release mechanism inside the trunk actually moves so that the trunk can be opened once it shuts tight - otherwise you will have a nasty bit of work ahead of you if you get it closed. Good luck!
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Looks pretty sweet to me! Congratulations - I think www.Wolfsburgwest.com has all the panels you might need to fix your front trunk area. Good luck with the work and thanks for sharing the pictures!
Phil
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