HOW MUCH TO RESTORE A VW BEETLE IN 2024 - VW BEETLE DIY AND RESTORATION - VW BUS

HOW MUCH TO RESTORE A VW BEETLE IN 2024 - VW BEETLE DIY AND RESTORATION - VW BUS - BAJA BUG -

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@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

One thing that got edited out, by mistake, was the PAINT!!!! Ugh!!! Usually about $5000 to pay someone else for bodywork and paint. Doing it yourself about $500 and up PLEASE NO POLITICS IN THE COMMENTS HERE

@oniondeluxe9942 Ай бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle I think you could do all layers except the top coat yourself. Without a paint booth, it’s gonna be tricky. With diligent prep work and sanding done by yourself, you can save thousands of euros/dollars. For smaller repairs, rattle cans could be an option.

@vinceklue Ай бұрын

im thinking you missed pricing the engine tins...unless I missed it

@ElijahBenbow Ай бұрын

Mine was 500 from a tow yard but had 900 in back fees

@johngillespie3409 13 күн бұрын

Under $100 for my 63 Baja. Roll on bed liner for the floor pans, and spray can for the body.

@markf4720 Ай бұрын

No car is cheap to restore anymore, including the cheap ones! I definitely agree that saving any original parts that are salvageable or working on the car, is the way to go. Replacement parts, even good quality ones, are rarely as good quality as the originals VW put on.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

I absolutely agree hundred percent! I always try to save as many original parts as possible. Even if it means doing a little bit of bodywork or something else. Thank you for being here.

@oniondeluxe9942 Ай бұрын

I agree. Some original parts are fairly easy to restore, while others could be a pain though. Worn out mechanical parts are a challenge. And also parts with different surface treatment than just painting.

@maryyoung6380 Ай бұрын

Everything you list off here is spot on. There are so many parts to the old Beetles. They were so well made. I had a 1971 Super Beetle same color as in video. Drove it for 18 years!! I now drive a 2004 new beetle with 57,000 original miles on it. New Beetles do not have the charm as the older Beetles. I just overhauled my Beetle at close to 20,000.00 over the last two years, which is much more than what I purchased it for. I started with new overhead lining, engine overhauled, replaced all the fuses lights, window regulators, you name it.. everything you can imagine. It is going to be my last car! They really are fun to drive. Nothing sounds as nostalgic as the older Beetles, though. They have a sound all their own. This is a great video. Thanks!!

@MikeMoose67 27 күн бұрын

Brother Slade, that was an excellent video. All beginners need to watch this one. So when they do need to buy their parts, they would have an idea as they look for their parts. And they won’t be surprised. this was an excellent thorough video. I certainly appreciate it.✌️

@FaisalHamid-h7x 25 күн бұрын

True

@QuintenKreps Ай бұрын

I'm just getting started on a restore with my grandpa, hoping to make his 1970 Autostick into a daily driver. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment. I truly appreciate it. And congrats on your 1970.

@ralphchristopherson782 Ай бұрын

Just ANOTHER GREAT video. Restoration on antique vehicles should follow your lead!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@TrixedOut Ай бұрын

Very eye opening! Thanks Slade!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

You’re welcome, my friend! Thank you for being here.

@oniondeluxe9942 Ай бұрын

It all depends on what tools you've got at your disposal. And with proper tools, everything will go smoother. A two pillar lift, TIG welder, a real spot welder, sheet metal forming tools, a decent compressor, hydraulic press and a blasting cabinet might not be absolutely necessary, but will certainly affect the results, and minimize how much you will curse during your project. Then, add all the hand tools (fortunately, the beetle doesn't require as many as most other cars, but still). And you need somewhere to store all these things, and if you have to rent a workshop/garage, then the meter starts ticking.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Absolutely! I wished I did have a lift, and many other items that you did name. It would sure make things a lot smoother. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. I appreciate that.

@greggbrown0 Ай бұрын

Love the video, the total you gave surprised me , it’s less than I thought it would be.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Actually, somehow, during editing I missed explaining about the paint! So I pinned it to the top of the comments.

@edrowley1 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the reality check, Slade. I've been waiting until parts are on sale, buying some stuff from others who decided they didn't need or want what they had, so I've saved some dollars, but I'm still thinking I'll be at about 7k doing my own rattle can paint/body work, etc. (basically doing everything myself). I'm REALLY thankful I didn't get a Porsche! LoL!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thanks for being here, brother, it sure adds up fast that’s for sure.

@paulgardner6388 Ай бұрын

Very informative, thank you. You might have to add some type of paint job as well.

@markberry5530 Ай бұрын

Paint is going to add quite a bit nowadays.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Yes, I just pinned it to the top in the comments, somehow during editing I missed it. I don’t know how.

@fireice5293 Ай бұрын

Prices have sure went up. thanks slade great video

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Yes, they sure have, thank you so much for being here.

@jamesperez6061 Ай бұрын

Beautiful work my friend

@fireice5293 Ай бұрын

How did you watch the video already? I just got notified and it just went up. I think I’m missing something.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@badaxelbrewski Ай бұрын

When I was a teen back in the 90s, I went through JC Whitney catalog and added up everything I planned on doing just like this (paint not included) and it was right around $2000. Back then people were pretty much giving away old VWs just to get them out of their yard--WITH TITLES!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@badaxelbrewski oh absolutely. I used to love that catalog. I was 15 years old, sitting in my bed reading at constantly, looking at all the Volkswagen parts and making up lists. And yes, I bought mine for $25 in 1979. Needed completely redone and it did have a title, sure brings back memories.

@badaxelbrewski Ай бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle 😆 And since it was JC Whitney, you know that list included stereo, speakers, lady bug floor mats, KC fog lights and off road lights, mud flaps, and all kinds of other useless accessories 🤣🤣

@airsucker1965 Ай бұрын

Great video. You were accurate on the cost of things. Paint and body is expensive if you pay someone. $5000 is spot on. My paint on Clyde was $5000 twelve yeaes ago.years ago.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@airsucker1965 thanks brother. I appreciate that!

@bobwalter3375 Ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this video and never realized how much parts have went up

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you very much, my friend!

@DarnellsGarage38574 Ай бұрын

Ya Slade we have spoken. I'm in about 8k in my restoration and I was lucky to have a pretty solid car and it came with the floor pans. But frame head and beam was a chunk and seals for the whole car was a good chunk. All new suspension and brakes was chunk. Window scrapers was the most eye popping price for something. I'm still not finished but don't have far to go.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Oh dang, when the frame had comes in the plate, that’s not fun. It takes more money than some folks realize. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

@douglasbarnhart3324 Ай бұрын

Great video Slade thanks. I'm about 7k and I started with a I'd call a pretty solid 67 and still need to finish cosmetics on the body.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Oh absolutely, my friend. It adds up so quickly. When I start looking at a vehicle, I end up with 3000 on my mind and end up 10,000 deep lol

@lindarittenour8100 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed this video slade

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@VintageCruiser-i6u Ай бұрын

In other words ---- upon purchasing parts ---- Back in with your wallet -- FULLY extended ---------- I agree Slade ----- prices were a lot cheaper fifty years ago ------ Don't you wish gasoline was sill fifteen cents a gallon! -------- Thanks for another informative video ----- Will tune in to see that new Diesel Heater works out ---- Hope you two have a Good Weekend -------- Rodney

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@VintageCruiser-i6u hey brother, how have you been? It’s amazing how much everything cost now. I don’t think our pay scale has kept up with prices lol thank you for being here. I was delighted to see you Post.

@TimsWorkshopTJY Ай бұрын

Hi Slade, even a cheap build is not cheap that's for sure. It is fun to work on these at least the engines. The 65 bug i had in the early 70's was still pretty new so didn't have to work on the body or interior. A friend backed into the fender and put a big dent in it. Even that I didn't work on but after the body shop fixed and painted it couldn't tell it ever happened. Plus it was cheap. A couple hundred bucks his insurance paid for it. Times sure have changed.

@j.c.greens1716 Ай бұрын

73 vert I'm working on I'll be roughly 10 to 12, definitely not as cheap as back in 1997 when I purchased it. Thanks for the vid.

@sarahwarren4281 Ай бұрын

Thank-you for the information probably if the work was hired you would be double that amount.Hopefully it will change before long.Thank-you for your time.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you, Sarah! It sure adds up that’s for sure. I can’t even imagine with labor what it would cost.

@hosocat1410 Ай бұрын

I'm surprised an enterprising chinese or Indian company hasn't dived into the vw aftermarket parts market. I think there's enough demand that they could make money.

@johnwerner7194 Ай бұрын

Slade I'm redoing my 65 beetle. Where can I find this $300 disk brake kit. All I'm seeing is 500 plus. I really think it's a must have. Thx. Btw great video.

@vintage76vipergreenBeetle Ай бұрын

Check out Empi kits. CB has nice kits.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thank you, my friend. I really appreciate you watching the video. Shoot me an email and I’ll send you some links, I’m away for the weekend so I’ll do that Monday. But hopefully Sunday night live chat. sladesbeetle@yahoo.com

@johnwerner7194 Ай бұрын

@chinaclipper1 Ай бұрын

I agree, there is a LOT of expenses involved in restoring a beetle. What do you already have for tools? What do you already have for supplies? How much can you do on your own? And about a million more decisions you have to make. What might be interesting would be to estimate maybe the 4-5 real big expenses: 1) Body work, including welding, purchasing and fabricating of parts 2) Engine rebuilding-full vs maybe just the top end 3) Parts and Supplies, including fenders, headliners, miscellaneous do dads and what-nots, solvents, greases, screws and bolts, gaskets, etc ad nauseum. 4) Pre-paint, paint supplies, tools, ugh! and paint (one of the biggest IMHO) 5) (not at all small---- SHIPPING EXPENSES!!! yeah, those KILL ya!! BTW, if ya had to pin me down, 1) $5k, 2) $1.5k, 3) $4K, 4) $5K, easy, maybe more, and I did my own! 5) $500 Total=>>$15K, and THAT'S conservative. Oh, and for me, an added expense: let's see- 2 welders and helmets, (yeah, I know.. Bad first choice), machine metal shears, 2 engine hoists or supports, and countless other tools or shop needs......$5K EASY!!! Total expense of restoring said beetle? Darn near >$20K. Yeah, reality sucks! But.....Value of driving said Beetle downtown, getting all the comments, the looks, and yes, hearing that sound again of the brake pedal makes when ya get off the pedal to hit the gas.. PRICELESS!! HEhehe, Good on ya Slade!

@wayned702 Ай бұрын

Hi I love your Channel I recently acquired a 1971super beetle I have begun the DIY restoration.. I Have a parts list I need all the Rubber grommets and seals and more.. " you always say buy quality" in your videos... any chance you give us a little more like names brands sites showing us the quality parts...compared to non quality.. any more info would help...thanks Mr Slades

@donelliott-v8d Ай бұрын

I getting ready to start on a ‘60 beetle where is the best place to get parts or does it depend on what I’m getting?

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

I would have to say that depends on what your purchasing. Sometimes you can shop for discount prices and depending on the parts then you want superior quality.

@jimstewart6145 Ай бұрын

nice job and hair cut.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Thanks, Jim! And thanks for the compliment. I was overdue for a haircut lol

@alh961 Ай бұрын

My ‘72 super beetle is in good shape cosmetically and no rust, but I wish I woulda rebuilt my long block and done disc brakes when I was single and had the money. Some of the parts I bought 15 years ago seem to have doubled in price.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@alh961 oh there’s no doubt, the prices have skyrocketed over the years. These are no longer the cheap little economical cars they used to be. Although I will always have a love for them. I like this simplicity.

@Storkmeister63 Ай бұрын

Does that include paint work?

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

No, it actually doesn’t, at the top of the comments here I pinned a post where I brought that up. Somehow, during editing of the video I lost that footage.

@FaisalHamid-h7x 25 күн бұрын

Hi I m planning to restore DIY VW for myself too…..which year/Model do you suggest best to restore I wish to restore it as a daily driver?

@internetkilledthevideostar Ай бұрын

Did I miss the section about bodywork and paint costs?

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Actually, I messed up on that part. Somehow, I lost the footage while filming, but I pinned it to the top of the comments here. Thanks for being here.

@TomVDub Ай бұрын

I have a mechanic specialist who has been in the VW world for 53 years and he tells me every time how prices keep rising. Imagine in the past around the 80s - 90s restoring an engine cost around (with labor) $2000 to $2500 CAD, today with the economic situation we are talking about a restoration just in mechanics which can go up to $7000 or even $10,000 CAD for a full restoration. We are losing what this car was really made for. An economical, quality car that did not cost much to maintain. My father and i restored our 1969 in 2015 and when i look to the price we pay 10 years ago compared to today, thats just shocking.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@TomVDub very accurate my friend. I could not have worded that any better myself. It was supposed to be the peoples car and very economical. I will always have a passion for this car, but you worded that perfectly! Not that you need told that. These have definitely went to another level with what the prices are now.

@oniondeluxe9942 Ай бұрын

These amounts target the late 60s to early 70s models I assume? For a split or oval stock resto, if you can at all get the needed parts in the first place, I think you need to double the amount

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@oniondeluxe9942 you’re absolutely right! It’s hard to remember everything doing a video. But yes, once you get back to an oval, or some early 60s. It definitely changes the game with cash.

@coldchickenwings9437 Ай бұрын

Im at 9k. But it was in the woods for 15 years... it was just supposed to be a quick resto/driver. Turned into a complete 100% resto on air ride.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Oh yeah, it adds up fast, especially when one has been sitting for a long time. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

@coldchickenwings9437 Ай бұрын

@SladesVWBeetle best thing i can tell ppl is to be a pack rat & collect parts when one finds a deal. If you need it all ASAP, it's gonna cost. Especially if you get quality parts. Thank you for making a realistic video about cost in 2024 on. It's shocking to say you can find better deals on early 60's Bugs already done years ago cheaper than you can restore 1 now. There was a 1961 vert' in little rock for 15k. Air ride in perfect condition. Still beat myself up

@Redcardinal30 Ай бұрын

I'm looking at a 1969 karmann ghia that's for sale. it has a Brazilian 1776 motor crafted bt Chico Performance. Any comments regarding the ' Brazilian ' motor. should I stay away? Thanks

@clintonwilloughby7606 Ай бұрын

Just finished the brakes and bearings on all four corners of a 75, and it was just under 400$ for parts.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

All of those little things really add up fast. Even when I was done doing the video I was kind of shocked lol

@TheJorgSacul Ай бұрын

oh, you left out one little part-- the restoration and replacement of a full convertible roof. Holy Elvis on banana bread... I'm glad I have a sliding ragtop on mine!

@johnklugiewicz312 Ай бұрын

While I look forward to watching this video I think it is in my and my beetles best interest to wait until the spousal unit is absent to avoid her hearing things like actual numbers.

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Now that’s funny! However, that’s very true lol thanks for being here John!

@vintage76vipergreenBeetle Ай бұрын

Now a days, someone can easily spend 20k on parts for a type 1. The cost goes up for convertibles. Type 2's,Type 3's, Type 4's. are even more expensive.😕

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

Oh, I agree 100% my VW brother. I never thought the costs would be that high with all of this Volkswagen hobby.