VW Baja Bug tips

[Ghostrunner]

im thinking of getting a Volkswagen beetle and turning it into a baja bug as my first car. i really dont know much about baja bugs and could really use some help. i live in fresno california and looking for a beetle within 300 miles of me.  here are my requirements

 

• max budget for stock car $1500 USD
• can have trashed interior (will redo it)
• complete engine(doesn't have to run), transmission, rear drive
• comfy offroad seats not too spendy
• wide eye front end
• custom made bumpers with detachable winch mounts to mount it front and rear
• all terrain tires, same on all four
• roof rack with spare tire mount
• all windows intact

[dalekphalm]

So... what exactly is your question?

 

If those are your requirements, you need to start looking. I suggest Autotrader, Craigslist, and eBay to start.

 

You will not likely find one that meets all of your criteria. You'll likely need to source the all-terrain tires and custom bumpers separately, for one.

[yathis]

Just buy one already built or rusting away.

 

Do you plan to race in the Baja race?

[Timbs]

1. Bugs are expensive. Do not get one as your first car. Parts for them now either suck shit, or are spendy.

2. Its California. Theres a Bug ever street.

3. You're gonna want tk raise your budget.

 

My dad has owned his '68 for over 25 years now. He's pretty much given up on his.