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Looking for someone to restore my '68 Bug

« on: December 07, 2006, 09:05:54 PM »
Could anyone recommend someone capable of doing a pan off restoration on my '68 Bug and who is also preferably located somewhere near Knoxville or Chattanooga (I am central to either location)?

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« Reply #1 on: December 08, 2006, 08:51:40 AM »
Look no further than the mirror!I'm not trying to be mean but doing it yourself is half the fun. There are so many things you cant do yourself and have to source out to someone else but there are few people left who do full restorations even less on the east coast. Almost anybody could but most wont. It would all depend on what you want as a final project,if you want a show quality paint job and if you want it totaly true vintage accurate it will cost you a mint. if you want a nice bug with decent paint maybe not so bad,it would also depend on the donor car.Powder coating and rechroming are exspensive to say the least. Just some thoughts to consider.

Think about what you want and aslo consider the time frame in wich you want it done. I may know of a few people but it would depend on the above stated things.I have a couple of shops in mind when you figure out the details.

So here's a list to think on.

1.How much do you want to spend:budget
2. what shape is the car in.
3. Details chrome,stainless fasteners,powder coat,level of paint work ,factory correct,etc..
4. Time ,fast is not the way to go. Does the builder have 30 days to make a masterpiece or 3 years. I think it could be done in 3-6 months but it depends on the shop and how much time they have to dedicate to it.
You get the picture.

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« Reply #2 on: December 08, 2006, 09:18:02 AM »
Thanks for the post. I wish it were as simple as doing it myself. But unfortunately I have neither the time nor the skill set to perform such work. My 68 has tremendous sentimental value in that it once belonged to my Dad but fell into disrepair due to a lengthy illness. Visually the car appears to be fairly solid. I know it needs a driver's door (not damaged but appears to be from a different year and doesn't fit as well). It needs a floorpan under the battery (fairly common). And there appears to be some minor rust in the RF wheel area.

My goal with this car is not a show car by any means. I would like it to be a daily driver that looks good. Since it does have some age on it I would like to go ahead and replace the seals and wiring to avoid any potential problems down the road. Chrome is nice but definitely not for me. I hate polishing anything. I am interested in powder coating but that remains to be seen. As far as time, I am in no hurry. Budget? Well I hope I am realistic in hoping to come in under 10k (preferably a lot under).

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« Reply #3 on: December 08, 2006, 11:04:38 AM »
There is a forum member by the name of Charles Overton (Overspray) who (last I knew) does bodywork and paint.  His profile is HERE.
You could PM him and maybe get an answer as to what he can do.

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« Reply #4 on: December 08, 2006, 11:37:52 AM »
Like Scott said , You have a lot of  choices of how far do I go with this project.  You haven't mention the condition of the running gear, mileage on the engine, transmission, brake system, ball joints etc,etc.  
    Is this a running and driveable Bug ? if so how good or has it been sitting for a long time ? not good. Sitting around for a long time takes its toll on hydraulics and fuel systems. I can take care of the mechnicals for you, but body and paint work is not my thing. We have members in the club who can guide and help you along.
   The one major thing I can tell you is do not scrimp on parts. You have to be very careful where and what you buy . There is a lot "junk' being made out there. We can help you with knowing where and who to buy from.
      Keep us posted

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« Reply #5 on: December 08, 2006, 06:29:36 PM »
Overspray does nice work and well bugtech aka the Godfather,I think the name says it.
 If your looking for a driver with a decent paint job and the few other improvements you mentioned I might now of a shop in Kingsport,TN and another just over the NC border. If Time isn't an issue and 10k is your limit I'm sure you can get it done for well under that price for a driver. Figuring body work,paint, and drivetrain be the pricey parts.
And figure tires,wheels,interior brakes etc being a few hundred dollars at a time.

just a rough guess and it really depends how fancy you get with parts.

1. Brakes $300-$500 Fancy cost $1000 or morefor big ol disc you dont need

2.Trim bumpers $200-$500

3.Electrical $200-$500

4. Interior $500-$1500

5. Paint and body Hard to say could be a ton and this and drivetrain is where you want your money You can sand it down fix the rough spots and put decent paint on it for $1000 but the better the job the more it cost Figure twice that and you might be alright.

6.engine/tranny depends how bad yours are if everything check out then you could just freshin it up. Figure around $1000 if you want new figure x's2. really this is money well spent

7.Pans this is not so bad most folks will do this pretty cheap if there doing the rest


8 seals, bolts ,powdercoat etc.., depends on how much you want etc..Figure $500

Figure in a I gotta have it factor anf there's your budget. I'm sure I forgot alot, and alot of prices may be way off up or down.

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