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1967 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic FULLY RESTORED 1967 BEETLE BUG LIKE NEW IN AND OUT
Sale price: $US $6,100.00 Make an offer
Car location: United States
Sale type: Fixed price listing
Technical specifications, photos and description:
- Make:
- Volkswagen
- Model:
- Beetle - Classic
- Year:
- 1967
- Type:
- SEDAN 2DR
- Color:
- LOTUS WHITE
- Mileage:
- 57,754
- Engine:
- 1.5 Liter Flat Four Air Cooled 1500cc 44hp (1968)
- Transmission:
- MANUAL 4 SPEED
- Fuel Type:
- GASOLINE
- Trim:
- FULLY RESTORED 1967 BEETLE BUG LIKE NEW IN AND OUT
- Interior Color:
- BLACK LEATHERETTE
- Vehicle Title:
- Clear
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1967 Volkswagen Beetle - Classic FULLY RESTORED 1967 BEETLE BUG LIKE NEW IN AND OUT for sale
Current customer rating:
1967
Volkswagen Beetle Sedan
Restored High Desert Rust Free Bug
1967 Volkswagen Beetle
Sedan Deluxe Package
Runs Beautifully. Drives Fantastic & Looks Like a
Gem
Very Nice Restoration • Damage & Rust Free Body • New
Almost Everywhere You Look
Stunning Body
• All New Interior. Paint. Trim. Rubber Seals.
Felt • Rebuilt Drivetrain
If
you want to talk deal.
pick up the phone
and make your serious offer.
Before you send me an
email asking me for my "best price. bottom-line or asking
price" let me just make a suggestion based on 36 years of
buying and selling experiences. Deals are made through
conversations. not texting. not emailing or conversations
without even knowing who or what you are talking to. they
happen through
personal
contact . I
want my my clients to know who they are trying to make a
deal with. I want to know their real intent to buy also.
This equation does not exist with "What's your best price?"
and no personal contact. I have gone to great lengths to
find this incredible vehicle. make sure it's the best it can
be for you and present it in a way that no other seller does
online. I do that so we can talk. make a clear deal. fair
for both sides and watch a happy buyer enjoy their new ride.
If you just don't have the gumption to make contact and you
just want an idea of price. look at what the market values
posted above say. they are fairly accurate on AVERAGE
vehicles across the US. If you think this vehicle is
average. above or below. bid accordingly or. . . pick up the
phone and have a pleasant conversation with a real
enthusiast that can make your deal on the spot. Keeping it
real.
Let's make a deal. Call
me
Doug
When I see a Bug for sale. it brings back
a lifetime of memories for me. My parents had them. I
remember riding in the luggage area behind the rear seat
when I was really young (fifty years ago) and I can't help
but think I want to own that one. This is my third 1967
Beetle and really. I think it is my favorite. The last '67 I
had was a nice driver quality car but not fully restored
like this one and my first '67 I had was back when I was
only 16 years old and it was a Baja really loved that one
too. When it comes to vintage VW Beetles. the 1967 have a
special kind of flair for me. First year for the 12 volt.
still had the chrome small bumpers and the metal dash and
the fuel tank inside the front trunk. Just a bit more modern
without the changes that came with the '68 s. Who doesn't
love the low back seats and the flat windshield? Would l love to keep it? Oh hell yes. but it's
more important for me to sell these dreams to those who have
sought them out as much as I have. Truly my passion more so
than the car itself. If you are looking for this kind of
automotive history. This should hit your fancy like it did mine. The beauty
of this Beetle is in the details. This is where you
will find I didn't miss an inch for you. Hundreds of
pictures. close ups from top to bottom and I'll also tell
you what we did so you don't have to figure it out on your
own.
1967 Volkswagen
Beetle Sedan Deluxe
VIN: 117531405
Odometer: 57. 54
Engine: 1. 5 Liter Flat Four Air Cooled 1500 cc 44 hp
(1968)
Transmission: 4-speed Manual
Exterior: Lotus White
Interior: Black Leatherette
Built: Jan - 1967 - Wolfsburg. Germany
Over 144 high resolution pictures below.
Standard
Equipment
Roll Up Windows
Vent Windows
Rear View Mirror
Turn Signals
License Plate Light
Rear Fold Down Seat
Spare Tire & Jack
Running Boards
Forced Air Heater
"Oh Shit" Rear Seat Hang On Straps
Coat Hooks
Ash Tray Front & Rears
Chrome Front and Rear Bumpers with
Guards
Optional
Equipment
AM/FM Radio
Reclining Passenger
Front Seat
Seat Belts Front only
Chrome Hub caps
Fuel Level Gauge
Amp Gauge
Other Items
Under Dash Wicker Tray
Back Up Lights (Not
Installed)
Steel Belted Radials 165/80 R 15
History. Recent
Repairs & Work Done
The first time I saw this Beetle. I
instantly feel in love. Who doesn't love a restored 1967
Beetle? Yes. I have had them as old as the late 50 s and even
some of the new generation Beetles. but the '67 holds a
special interest for me. In 1978. the second car I bought
was a 1967 VW Beetle Baja. It had a Porsche 1600 engine in
it and was fast and fun. This Beetle was parked on the
street just down the road from my shop looking just like you
see here. I inquired about it and had to have it after
hearing and seeing all that had been done to it. The owner.
had no intentions of ever selling the car. When he started
the restoration. he did a lot more than what most do to make
it super nice. The car was stripped down to bar metal.
window and full interior removed then painted in the
original color. Lotus White. The interior would not go in
until the car was fully insulated with Dynamat. front to
rear and even inside the trunk. When the paint was finished.
new rubber seals. new felt. all new rubber everywhere and it
looks like all the original chrome was kept because it was
in pretty great shape. I think I would have put on new hub
caps. but these are original to the car. He had the engine
rebuilt. the seals and gaskets all new on the transmission
and new axle boots too. He didn't put on new heater tubes
because it's Las Vegas. We have enough heat here. The
undercarriage was the only thing left original and it just
looked dirty and had it's original rubberized undercoating
that was flaking off. So we removed it and refinished the
floors as they are now. The only floor blemish was in the
usual battery tray. where the leaks from the battery had
rotted through about a 3 inch hole that the owner just
patched and sealed. It was done OK. but I always prefer a
patch panel welded into place. But it's just not too bad as
you will see. Aside from that floor blemish. this car has
been a desert car it's whole life and has never seen any
body damage or rust anywhere. Not even in the heater
channels. Fenders. front spare tire well. rear valance. all
spectacular condition as you will see in the pictures. Seats
were fully rebuilt with new foam and springs. new carpet and
headliners installed properly with window out of the car.
Plane and simple. this car is a stunning beautiful driver.
The tires are old and although they have full tread. you can
tell the heat has cracked them just a little. I would not
hesitate to drive this car anywhere in town. but if I were
to think about driving it cross country. I would probably
pop for new tires before a long drawn out trip. Aside from
that. this car is really nice. So nice and solid. and super
sealed with all new rubber that I think this car would even
float. Let's not do that though.
When you see a Beetle this nice. I know it
probably brings back great memories for you too. Maybe you
never owned one or rode in one when you were young. but you
have always wanted one. Finding one this nice though is not
so easy. First of all. there are still thousands of vintage
Beetles still on the roads. I see them just like you do.
Finding one with original metal. fenders. doors. trunk and
hood. well. that's another story. One you won't find near
anywhere. Finding one this nicely restored where you can
still drive it to enjoy and not feel like you need to put it
on blocks in a museum. that's tough to find as well. This is
that Beetle. Not a museum piece even though it looks like
one. but fully restored to a point that it can be driven and
enjoyed daily and the appearance of a brand new car. Most of
my clients tell me. THIS is what they are looking for.
Extreme Quality that they can confidently drive daily and
enjoy.
One look inside here and you get to start
seeing the high quality of the restoration. Continue to look
closely and you will see just how nice this car is top to
bottom.
The interior front and rear seat materials
are as the factory would have looked. the headliner.
steering wheel. door panels and belts all just like 1967.
Black and white beauty.
Best of all. no cut dash or alterations to
the original metal inside or outside the car. I think the
radio is original to the car too.
The front trunk is lined with Dynamat and
a carpet kit. very nice touch of course.
The engine date codes out as a 1968 1500
44 hp engine.
Year
Chassis
34 bhp DIN
1200
40 bhp DIN
1300
44 bhp DIN
1500
44 bhp DIN
1500 M 157
37 bhp DIN
1300 M 240
40 bhp DIN
1500 M 240
Notes
1968
Jan 1
118 431 604
D 0 297 009
F 1 296 299
H 0 915 222
H 5 173 898
E 0 014 312
L 0 020 201
Jan
118 520 744
D 0 311 816
F 1 324 457
H 0 929 474
Feb 5
115 534 260
H 5 207 950
Can you see the nose pan? Yes. it's that
nice and solid too.
She is solid and rust free everywhere. The body and floors are
solid. You will see many more close up picture below to have
a thorough inspection.
Have not seen any leaks either.
Year
Chassis
34 bhp DIN
1200
40 bhp DIN
1300
44 bhp DIN
1500
37 bhp DIN
1300 M 240
40 bhp DIN
1500 M 240
Notes
1967
Jan
117 505 826
D 0 131 796
F 1 073 754
H 0 621 556
E 0 011 853
L 0 012 977
Feb 24
117 560 696
F 1 081 423
The body tags and tunnel VIN
VIN Decodings:
Chasis
117531405
Built in January 1967
Engine
H 5210995
Built January 1968 (Not Original)
Paint
L 282
Lotus White (No Tag found on car but original color
verified)
Interior
88
Black Leatherette
assembly plant
West Germany. Germany
A note from the owner.
I am a “used car dealer” but before that.
I'm an automobile enthusiast.
I love original rare and
high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade
I've been in business. have come to appreciate an expanding
selection of high-demand. high value vehicles.
I
specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and
trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.
I
have an experienced eye for quality but I've discovered that
my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and
I have therefore. built my business and reputation around
finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.
Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict
requirements but a car must do something for me on a
personal level if there is any hope of convincing you. the
bidder. that this is an above average. exceptional
vehicle.
If nothing about the car excites me. it
probably won't do much for you either and I would soon be
out of business.
With just four employees and no sales
people. I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may
at first glance appear.
It has taken great care and
effort to create such an organization and often. an
unusually high investment in a particular car we are about
to list.
To sell the best it is critical to have a
trusted expert in my corner and Chris. owner of
A-Best Auto Repair
in Henderson. Nevada has my back.
He and his crew can
fix
anything from a low budget beater to the absolute
most expensive exotic you can name. no job is too big and no
small detail unimportant.
They do an exhaustive 130
point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing
escapes their methodical investigation.
Experience has
shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right”
will come back to me not only with a higher selling price.
but a happy customer that says good things about me.
Moreover it allows my writer to describe the car with ease
and confidence. something that simply is not possible unless
he thinks it is true.
If major issues are found or
the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too
expensive to sell. my choice is an easy one.
I simply
absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it
at auction.
After the vehicle is fully sorted it
arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious
eye of Tom. my writer that creates the presentations you see
on e Bay.
He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone
else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch.
researches its history and documents originality and
authenticity.
Historical significance. rarity. special
features. possible modifications and much more are used to
accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.
Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150
high resolution pictures that I take myself.
The
pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands
of the very best professional photographers and I've
developed a logical format that walks you around the entire
vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch.
I
provide detailed views of the interior. under the hood and
then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm
that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely
skin deep.
Even our detailers are enthusiastic about
the cars they so meticulously clean.
This
reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I've
converted a paint booth. especially prepared for the
professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly
receives.
Usually. I'll also include a high
definition video that shows the car doing its thing.
If it's a fast car. we film it going fast.
If it's a
4 x 4 you'll see it crawling up a hill.
In every case
you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust. working sound
system and watch the temperature fall on a digital. laser
thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent.
How
many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a
buck-eighty? We
do.
No “dealer. on-line or in the real
world. takes it to this level.
No other seller or
organization provides you. the buyer. with so much
information.
I do this because it is the only way I
can convince a person often a world away. unable to touch
or feel their purchase. that my vehicle is for real and what
I say is the truth.
All the above is necessary for me
to stay in business while keeping integrity intact.
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most accommodating business partner you've ever dealt with.
If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my
bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the
conversation.
Until you are ready to actually pull the
trigger. I will happily quote you the absolute highest
nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a
number we both know will not buy the car so. don't waste
your time. or mine.
I am after all. a “used car
dealer. ”
Serious buyers know the maximum they can
offer.
I then must simply decide if I can sell for
that number.
If you hit the reserve. the decision is no
longer mine.
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This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful
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We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International
Airport (Mc Carran) and welcome the opportunity to
meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our
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Volkswagen Beetle Sedan
Restored High Desert Rust Free Bug
1967 Volkswagen Beetle
Sedan Deluxe Package
Runs Beautifully. Drives Fantastic & Looks Like a
Gem
Very Nice Restoration • Damage & Rust Free Body • New
Almost Everywhere You Look
Stunning Body
• All New Interior. Paint. Trim. Rubber Seals.
Felt • Rebuilt Drivetrain
If
you want to talk deal.
pick up the phone
and make your serious offer.
Before you send me an
email asking me for my "best price. bottom-line or asking
price" let me just make a suggestion based on 36 years of
buying and selling experiences. Deals are made through
conversations. not texting. not emailing or conversations
without even knowing who or what you are talking to. they
happen through
personal
contact . I
want my my clients to know who they are trying to make a
deal with. I want to know their real intent to buy also.
This equation does not exist with "What's your best price?"
and no personal contact. I have gone to great lengths to
find this incredible vehicle. make sure it's the best it can
be for you and present it in a way that no other seller does
online. I do that so we can talk. make a clear deal. fair
for both sides and watch a happy buyer enjoy their new ride.
If you just don't have the gumption to make contact and you
just want an idea of price. look at what the market values
posted above say. they are fairly accurate on AVERAGE
vehicles across the US. If you think this vehicle is
average. above or below. bid accordingly or. . . pick up the
phone and have a pleasant conversation with a real
enthusiast that can make your deal on the spot. Keeping it
real.
Let's make a deal. Call
me
Doug
When I see a Bug for sale. it brings back
a lifetime of memories for me. My parents had them. I
remember riding in the luggage area behind the rear seat
when I was really young (fifty years ago) and I can't help
but think I want to own that one. This is my third 1967
Beetle and really. I think it is my favorite. The last '67 I
had was a nice driver quality car but not fully restored
like this one and my first '67 I had was back when I was
only 16 years old and it was a Baja really loved that one
too. When it comes to vintage VW Beetles. the 1967 have a
special kind of flair for me. First year for the 12 volt.
still had the chrome small bumpers and the metal dash and
the fuel tank inside the front trunk. Just a bit more modern
without the changes that came with the '68 s. Who doesn't
love the low back seats and the flat windshield? Would l love to keep it? Oh hell yes. but it's
more important for me to sell these dreams to those who have
sought them out as much as I have. Truly my passion more so
than the car itself. If you are looking for this kind of
automotive history. This should hit your fancy like it did mine. The beauty
of this Beetle is in the details. This is where you
will find I didn't miss an inch for you. Hundreds of
pictures. close ups from top to bottom and I'll also tell
you what we did so you don't have to figure it out on your
own.
1967 Volkswagen
Beetle Sedan Deluxe
VIN: 117531405
Odometer: 57. 54
Engine: 1. 5 Liter Flat Four Air Cooled 1500 cc 44 hp
(1968)
Transmission: 4-speed Manual
Exterior: Lotus White
Interior: Black Leatherette
Built: Jan - 1967 - Wolfsburg. Germany
Over 144 high resolution pictures below.
Standard
Equipment
Roll Up Windows
Vent Windows
Rear View Mirror
Turn Signals
License Plate Light
Rear Fold Down Seat
Spare Tire & Jack
Running Boards
Forced Air Heater
"Oh Shit" Rear Seat Hang On Straps
Coat Hooks
Ash Tray Front & Rears
Chrome Front and Rear Bumpers with
Guards
Optional
Equipment
AM/FM Radio
Reclining Passenger
Front Seat
Seat Belts Front only
Chrome Hub caps
Fuel Level Gauge
Amp Gauge
Other Items
Under Dash Wicker Tray
Back Up Lights (Not
Installed)
Steel Belted Radials 165/80 R 15
History. Recent
Repairs & Work Done
The first time I saw this Beetle. I
instantly feel in love. Who doesn't love a restored 1967
Beetle? Yes. I have had them as old as the late 50 s and even
some of the new generation Beetles. but the '67 holds a
special interest for me. In 1978. the second car I bought
was a 1967 VW Beetle Baja. It had a Porsche 1600 engine in
it and was fast and fun. This Beetle was parked on the
street just down the road from my shop looking just like you
see here. I inquired about it and had to have it after
hearing and seeing all that had been done to it. The owner.
had no intentions of ever selling the car. When he started
the restoration. he did a lot more than what most do to make
it super nice. The car was stripped down to bar metal.
window and full interior removed then painted in the
original color. Lotus White. The interior would not go in
until the car was fully insulated with Dynamat. front to
rear and even inside the trunk. When the paint was finished.
new rubber seals. new felt. all new rubber everywhere and it
looks like all the original chrome was kept because it was
in pretty great shape. I think I would have put on new hub
caps. but these are original to the car. He had the engine
rebuilt. the seals and gaskets all new on the transmission
and new axle boots too. He didn't put on new heater tubes
because it's Las Vegas. We have enough heat here. The
undercarriage was the only thing left original and it just
looked dirty and had it's original rubberized undercoating
that was flaking off. So we removed it and refinished the
floors as they are now. The only floor blemish was in the
usual battery tray. where the leaks from the battery had
rotted through about a 3 inch hole that the owner just
patched and sealed. It was done OK. but I always prefer a
patch panel welded into place. But it's just not too bad as
you will see. Aside from that floor blemish. this car has
been a desert car it's whole life and has never seen any
body damage or rust anywhere. Not even in the heater
channels. Fenders. front spare tire well. rear valance. all
spectacular condition as you will see in the pictures. Seats
were fully rebuilt with new foam and springs. new carpet and
headliners installed properly with window out of the car.
Plane and simple. this car is a stunning beautiful driver.
The tires are old and although they have full tread. you can
tell the heat has cracked them just a little. I would not
hesitate to drive this car anywhere in town. but if I were
to think about driving it cross country. I would probably
pop for new tires before a long drawn out trip. Aside from
that. this car is really nice. So nice and solid. and super
sealed with all new rubber that I think this car would even
float. Let's not do that though.
When you see a Beetle this nice. I know it
probably brings back great memories for you too. Maybe you
never owned one or rode in one when you were young. but you
have always wanted one. Finding one this nice though is not
so easy. First of all. there are still thousands of vintage
Beetles still on the roads. I see them just like you do.
Finding one with original metal. fenders. doors. trunk and
hood. well. that's another story. One you won't find near
anywhere. Finding one this nicely restored where you can
still drive it to enjoy and not feel like you need to put it
on blocks in a museum. that's tough to find as well. This is
that Beetle. Not a museum piece even though it looks like
one. but fully restored to a point that it can be driven and
enjoyed daily and the appearance of a brand new car. Most of
my clients tell me. THIS is what they are looking for.
Extreme Quality that they can confidently drive daily and
enjoy.
One look inside here and you get to start
seeing the high quality of the restoration. Continue to look
closely and you will see just how nice this car is top to
bottom.
The interior front and rear seat materials
are as the factory would have looked. the headliner.
steering wheel. door panels and belts all just like 1967.
Black and white beauty.
Best of all. no cut dash or alterations to
the original metal inside or outside the car. I think the
radio is original to the car too.
The front trunk is lined with Dynamat and
a carpet kit. very nice touch of course.
The engine date codes out as a 1968 1500
44 hp engine.
Year
Chassis
34 bhp DIN
1200
40 bhp DIN
1300
44 bhp DIN
1500
44 bhp DIN
1500 M 157
37 bhp DIN
1300 M 240
40 bhp DIN
1500 M 240
Notes
1968
Jan 1
118 431 604
D 0 297 009
F 1 296 299
H 0 915 222
H 5 173 898
E 0 014 312
L 0 020 201
Jan
118 520 744
D 0 311 816
F 1 324 457
H 0 929 474
Feb 5
115 534 260
H 5 207 950
Can you see the nose pan? Yes. it's that
nice and solid too.
She is solid and rust free everywhere. The body and floors are
solid. You will see many more close up picture below to have
a thorough inspection.
Have not seen any leaks either.
Year
Chassis
34 bhp DIN
1200
40 bhp DIN
1300
44 bhp DIN
1500
37 bhp DIN
1300 M 240
40 bhp DIN
1500 M 240
Notes
1967
Jan
117 505 826
D 0 131 796
F 1 073 754
H 0 621 556
E 0 011 853
L 0 012 977
Feb 24
117 560 696
F 1 081 423
The body tags and tunnel VIN
VIN Decodings:
Chasis
117531405
Built in January 1967
Engine
H 5210995
Built January 1968 (Not Original)
Paint
L 282
Lotus White (No Tag found on car but original color
verified)
Interior
88
Black Leatherette
assembly plant
West Germany. Germany
A note from the owner.
I am a “used car dealer” but before that.
I'm an automobile enthusiast.
I love original rare and
high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade
I've been in business. have come to appreciate an expanding
selection of high-demand. high value vehicles.
I
specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and
trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.
I
have an experienced eye for quality but I've discovered that
my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and
I have therefore. built my business and reputation around
finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.
Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict
requirements but a car must do something for me on a
personal level if there is any hope of convincing you. the
bidder. that this is an above average. exceptional
vehicle.
If nothing about the car excites me. it
probably won't do much for you either and I would soon be
out of business.
With just four employees and no sales
people. I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may
at first glance appear.
It has taken great care and
effort to create such an organization and often. an
unusually high investment in a particular car we are about
to list.
To sell the best it is critical to have a
trusted expert in my corner and Chris. owner of
A-Best Auto Repair
in Henderson. Nevada has my back.
He and his crew can
fix
anything from a low budget beater to the absolute
most expensive exotic you can name. no job is too big and no
small detail unimportant.
They do an exhaustive 130
point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing
escapes their methodical investigation.
Experience has
shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right”
will come back to me not only with a higher selling price.
but a happy customer that says good things about me.
Moreover it allows my writer to describe the car with ease
and confidence. something that simply is not possible unless
he thinks it is true.
If major issues are found or
the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too
expensive to sell. my choice is an easy one.
I simply
absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it
at auction.
After the vehicle is fully sorted it
arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious
eye of Tom. my writer that creates the presentations you see
on e Bay.
He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone
else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch.
researches its history and documents originality and
authenticity.
Historical significance. rarity. special
features. possible modifications and much more are used to
accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.
Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150
high resolution pictures that I take myself.
The
pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands
of the very best professional photographers and I've
developed a logical format that walks you around the entire
vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch.
I
provide detailed views of the interior. under the hood and
then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm
that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely
skin deep.
Even our detailers are enthusiastic about
the cars they so meticulously clean.
This
reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I've
converted a paint booth. especially prepared for the
professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly
receives.
Usually. I'll also include a high
definition video that shows the car doing its thing.
If it's a fast car. we film it going fast.
If it's a
4 x 4 you'll see it crawling up a hill.
In every case
you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust. working sound
system and watch the temperature fall on a digital. laser
thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent.
How
many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a
buck-eighty? We
do.
No “dealer. on-line or in the real
world. takes it to this level.
No other seller or
organization provides you. the buyer. with so much
information.
I do this because it is the only way I
can convince a person often a world away. unable to touch
or feel their purchase. that my vehicle is for real and what
I say is the truth.
All the above is necessary for me
to stay in business while keeping integrity intact.
I
want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing
feedback on e Bay.
To accomplish that I need satisfied
customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was
when I bought it.
If you have any questions at all. please
call me on my cell at: .
If your inquiry
is sincere and your offer serious. you'll find me the
most accommodating business partner you've ever dealt with.
If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my
bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the
conversation.
Until you are ready to actually pull the
trigger. I will happily quote you the absolute highest
nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a
number we both know will not buy the car so. don't waste
your time. or mine.
I am after all. a “used car
dealer. ”
Serious buyers know the maximum they can
offer.
I then must simply decide if I can sell for
that number.
If you hit the reserve. the decision is no
longer mine.
I must sell at that number.
OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION:
or
Doug vivalasvegasautos. com
If you want to make a deal.
pick up the phone and talk a serious
offer.
I don't respond to emails
asking for "bottom line. sale price. reserve. or Buy-it-Now"
figures on top line cars.
THE ONLY WAY YOU GET THOSE
FIGURES IS TO CALL ME !
The book values posted below are relevant to "real" selling
figures.
NADA & KBB wouldn't be
in business if their values were not real but their figures
are averaged for the entire nation.
If this car is
less than or better than this average. bid or offer
accordingly.
Please
ask about our service programs and pricing.
Cars
sold without warranties are sold As-Is.
Waiver's of Warranty
will be signed if declined.
All automobiles have breakdowns some minor.
some serious.
I know. because I fix them without the
advantage of a warranty.
You don't have to.
Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown.
Most vehicles are
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Terms of
Sale
This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful
climate controlled showroom in Boulder City. Nevada.
We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International
Airport (Mc Carran) and welcome the opportunity to
meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our
facility for vehicle delivery.
We have years
of experience with vehicle shipping. nationwide and
across the globe.
We stand ready to help with
whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers
request and expense.
This vehicle will not be
delivered or released for shipment until complete
payment is received and all funds have cleared.
Third party. pre-purchase vehicle inspections are
welcome BEFORE the auction ends.
We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle
and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE
YOU
BID and BEFORE
THE
AUCTION
ENDS .
. .
THERE ARE
NO
EXCEPTIONS .
If you are in the Las Vegas area. we invite you to
stop by for a demonstration.
A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must
be received 24 hours from the end of this auction .
NO Exceptions! We prefer bank to bank wire transfers
for all funds including deposits but we may accept
credit cards or Pay Pal if necessary.
Full payment must be received within four (4)
business days of the end of auction.
Cashiers-check. direct deposit or cash in person are
acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS
PREFERRED for US winners and required for
all winning bidders outside the United States.
Loan checks can be accepted only after prior
approval from the owner. Doug Williams.
M/Os
will NEVER be accepted.
CHECKS
in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before
delivery of any item.
Free and clear title is in seller's possession and
will be transferred upon payment in full.
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Bidders that win an auction and then do not pay.
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sellers to incur additional costs and losses due to
the non-paying bidders negligence and disregard for
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If you bid just to see what a reserve is then cancel
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We want to have a very positive experience on e Bay.
just like you do. Don't use e Bay as your playground
to bid without responsibility or commitment. e Bay's
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there is for sellers. Most bidders never have any
real intention to complete any transaction but we do
as responsible sellers. so don't play irresponsibly
online. we don't.
We will happily do whatever is required to
assist a legitimate bidder that intends to
purchase the vehicle with their transaction.
This vehicle sold AS-IS. with no warranty.
This is not a new vehicle. it is used.
A used
vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to
its age and/or mileage.
This vehicle may have
dings. scratches or other indications of use because
it has been used.
Terms such as "perfection.
"flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all
other descriptions are.
When you bid. you understand and agree to these
terms.
Please
call Doug with ANY questions. Email: Doug Viva Las Vegas Autos. com
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may be applicable to Nevada residents.
A Document Fee of $250. 00 will be
added to the closing auction price.
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an accurate presentation of the facts.
All
information herein represents our sincere effort to
be correct.
If we have made any obvious errors
or provided information later found to be
inaccurate. it is still your responsibility to
inspect the pictures for verification.
Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are
subjective opinions because nothing is perfect flaws are inevitable.
If you question what you
see. feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or
by a professional inspection service strictly prior
to the close of this auction.
Post auction
inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the
right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.
Viva! Las Vegas Autos. Inc.
707 Yucca St.
Boulder City. Nevada 89005
Office Line -
702-889-Viva (8482)
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26850
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