***Rebuilding my VW 1303 Superbeetle***

[Storm]

ok guys it's your turn to help me out. Here is a pic of my recently acquired superbeetle, please feel free to do whatever you want with it (rims & paint) I need a little help & inspiration on this build (exterior). anything goes (except panel/roof chopping). Remember this is not to be "Pimped", the emphasis will be on modern engineering and true restoration, i'm not a huge fan of silly alterations.

1303 Superbeetle BEFORE (05-04-2006)

1303 Superbeetle AFTER (10-01-2010)
[IMG]http://lh5.ggpht.com/_PgTgTOMOpLM/S01CDBsHMMI/AAAAAAAAB8w/c0Bd0JwP4ik/SDC10244.JPG[/img]

[OO7]

@JumboJet
Where are you?

Jumbo can do it.

[Storm]

this was my concept (as you all an see it's a pathetic job) but you get the idea...

[Storm]

this link might help a few of you for ideas

https://www.pakwheels.com/forumreply_az_TopicID!18270~ForumID!6~page!2~pw.html

[OO7]

[Storm]

@007
I'm liking the rims,... buti'll never find them in PK. might bring back a set from the UK if i go next month.

more ideas please!!!

[aridsoul]

1. Removing the front indicators from the fender and in to the front bumper.

2. Shaving of the door handles.

3. Painting it Matt Black (That would be first in Pakistan)

4. Putting in really really meaty rear tyres....like 225's (I know ...I know I am running a bit wild here....but you asked for it)

5. Suicide Doors.

6. Hollow Alloys.

7. Getting a Transporter Engine from 1983-1991 the boxer I mean....1700 to 2100cc...would cost you around 700 to 1000 Pounds.

Shall I go on..................................???????????

[Storm]

@arid
it seems we think very much alike....

[r1zwan]

@storm
You dont need any help form us, the black convt beetle you had was pretty hot...good luck with the project...

[AsadIshaque]

I was studying for my exam and just lurking around but then this is a topic related to beetles. I cant miss it!!

Here I go..........

@abidsiddiqui

Taking the top off a sedan is the worst thing you could do to a beetle. Period. Ruins the car and eventually makes it end up in the junkyard. Technically speaking it destroys the structure of the sedan, unless done very carefully with a few modifications which mimic the structure of the original convertible.

Storm you can take ideas from the pics I posted in the Volksworld Show 2006 topic. I will also forward a link which makes you play with VWs like you want people to with the image u posted. I have to look for it but its a really really good site and youll enjoy hours of virtually building your dream bug!

@aridsoul

 I cant imagine making suicide doors here in Pakistan. Its possible but ull need a really cooperative and expert denter.

  BTW the teddy bear rims are real cute.Would look great on a Pink or purple bug driven by a girl!!!

  Any idea of how much the Bilal Gunj people want for the bear rims or the silver n black ones???

Regards,
Asad.

[Storm]

here are my current candidates.... personally i'm in favour of the last 2 but it all depends on what i decide at the end, afterall function is more important to me than fashion.

[AsadIshaque]

I agree with ur choice!!

Sporty n nice!

I must admit Storm has got the 'VW centre' of my brain (which happens to occupy 95% of my cerebral territoty!!) really really active!

I found the site I was speaking about.......Its taking a while to upload for some reason but its worth it!!

Enjoy!!

http://www.volkswarenhaus.de/bugselecta.htm

You are more than welcome!

Now have a good time playing around with ideas and color schemes!!

Regards,
Asad.

[agha300]

@Storm Now a Days

:D:D:D:D:D:D

[rizi]

dont go for the roof, overall its a nice & clean package

[wrxsti]

@storm

nice rims.......i m talking abt the last two ones....good choice

r these rims available here and if yes wht is the estimated price in 15"s

[Storm]

@wrxsti
sadly no, i'll be importng them from either the UAE or the US but it all depends on what i decide at the end, afterall function is more important to me than fashion.

@arid
bro if you could that would be a HUGE favour. Also could you ask what bolt patern it has (i.e 4x100 like the corolla, civic etc..)

Guys everything goes feel free to try your had at desiging a concept like levin did.

[sawar]

some from me

[Storm]

@IIIM5
thanks for the concept,.. like i said anything goes.

@sawar
the 1s't one (purplish 67) looks very similar to my old black one...

[Storm]

thanks bro, but those are 2 options i will never do with my cherished 1303,... maybe if i get a old 67-68 1200 cheap i might rebuild another roadster.

[Fazimoto]

@ storm,go with the deep LIP 5 spoke,that will look mean and easy to clean,and where r u buying them from?