63 Sunroof Beetle Project
A full documented Frame Off Restoration!
Completed! Click above for more info
Project Photos Below
History: This Beetle has approximately 60,000 original miles on the odometer. It was found on a farm south of Rochester, NY. Although the original mileage was low, and the frame was virtually rust free, there was evidence of a break in, rust on the lower body, and collision damage to the passenger side rear.
Interesting features: What makes this beetle unique, and somewhat rare, is that it was outfitted at the factory with EVERY option available. They include factory seatbelts (in 1963!), sunroof, Sapphire I AM Radio, windshield washer, rare glove box pull handle, and side window "vent shades", as well as the normal Deluxe edition trim (two tone interior, etc).
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The Chassis: Initial preparation, disassembly, and floor pan installation
The Body: Part 1- Bare metal preparation, rust repairs, and clean-up
The Body: Part 2- Primer, and final preparation for paint
Updated Live on 4/21 Headliner & Sunroof Installation!
See Videos of Headliner Installation here!
Sunroof Installation Part 1- Reconditioning original mechanism, & Prep. work
Sunroof Installation Part 2- Installation & finish photos!
New! The Body- Part 4- Final assembly and detail
New! Seat upholstery installation!
Coming Soon:
Carpet and interior finishing
Completion of 12 volt wiring conversion
Mechanical - Tuning and adjustments. Road test!
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