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How to go about selling my '65 VW Beetle?
My 1965 1,300cc Volkswagen Beetle (one of first six months of the 1300 version and so has six-volt electrics, purchased from the local Volkswagen agent as their demo model when six months old, so I am the only owner) was last on the road in 1978, driven only in and out of my garage in order to use the pit over which it is parked and was to be my retirement hobby. It is to be sold.
Lifetime mileage is 41,500 and apart from needing a brake overhaul, it could easily be put back on the road, though the original paint work looks a little ‘tired’ – it is Volkswagen sea-blue. Any idea what I could expect to get for it? And how I should go about selling it?
It is standard except for a fitted tow-bar; also, has bespoke leather seat covers made just after purchase in 1965.
Bryan Page (SANDY, BEDFORDSHIRE)
Sep 2016 Filed under: classic cars
When does a car become exempt from tax?
When does a car become exempt from motor tax?
Patrick Mcnally (Mayo)
Mar 2016 Filed under: classic cars
Is there a club in Ireland for classic BMWs?
What club or association is there in Ireland for owners of classic BMW cars, and I mean vehicles 30 or more years old? Four years ago I met a chap in Mondello [at Mondello Live Sunday] who claimed to be a club for such people, and I do mean he, on his own, not a group. I have forgotten or lost his name but have not seen or heard of him or any events being held since.
Sean McGiollapadraig (An Chill, Condae Portlairge.)
Feb 2016 Filed under: classic cars
What happens with a late registration?
This is my supplementary question to Neil Briscoe regarding VRT on classic cars. Thank you for following up Neil. Regarding the fact that the car in question has been in Ireland since 2006 without being registered, will this mean that a surcharge will apply on registering the car now due to the lateness of that registration?
Many thanks again
James
James Edwards (Tullow)
Dec 2015 Filed under: classic cars
What taxes to pay on registering a classic?
Sirs, I have an opportunity to purchase a classic car that was acquired in the UK in 2006, but little used and never registered. What registration charges and/or penalties are likely to be due now?
Much obliged.
James Edwards. Tullow.
James Edwards
Nov 2015 Filed under: classic cars
1949-1950 Packards - any difference?
What is the difference between a 1949 Packard and a 1950 Packard?
Sam Smith (Manila,philippines)
Oct 2015 Filed under: classic cars
Can you advise me on buying an older Mazda MX-5?
I'm looking out for a Mazda MX-5, an old one, to have as an open top / second car for the summer (I'm a weather optimist!). What issues if any should I watch out for? Is there a major difference between the 'regular' MX-5 and the Jap import versions?
Peter Mack (Dublin)
Apr 2015 Filed under: classic cars
Can I obtain ethynol-free petrol in any garage?
Can I obtain ethynol-free petrol in any garage or have all petrol suppliers added it ?
Joe McCann (Naas)
Dec 2014 Filed under: classic cars
Tell me all about the Daimler Double-Six
How good was the 1970 Daimler Double-Six, and have they any really bad points to look out for?
Paul Mcloughlin (Ballycullen)
Jul 2014 Filed under: classic cars
How much is a good Toyota AE86 Corolla worth now?
What's a good AE86 GT Corolla worth theses days with only 10km on rebuilt engine, 1.6-litre petrol, 1985, white over black?
Alan Coyne (Castlerea)
Mar 2014 Filed under: classic cars
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