[BowMan]

Are there any W123's on sale? Preferably in/around Gujarat or Delhi.

[Prabal]

Originally Posted by vinay kamath

could she be a 1947 beetle?
http://pune.olx.in/vintage-car-for-sale-iid-558179683

Originally Posted by Dee_aRe_Cee

looks like a fake ad considering the awkward photo angle. and no close ups

Whether it's a fake ad or not, the car looks for real. I am eagerly awaiting to hear which model of Beetle this is from the VW experts here.

[ajay99]

Originally Posted by Prabal

Whether it's a fake ad or not, the car looks for real. I am eagerly awaiting to hear which model of Beetle this is from the VW experts here.

It is not a 1947 beetle,from the photos it appears to be a 1966 or1967 beetle(blade bumpers,bigger rear window,number plate light(Not pope nose)

[Prabal]

Originally Posted by ajay99

It is not a 1947 beetle,from the photos it appears to be a 1966 or1967 beetle(blade bumpers,bigger rear window,number plate light(Not pope nose)

Thank you, Ajay ji. So, do we take it as a '66/'67 Beetle then? Do the other VW gurus concur? It's very confusing for me, but yes, she does seem to have bigger windows, and the other features you mention.

[thebulletboy]

I'd say either a 67 Delux or a 68+ Standard.

Though the pic is not entirely clear, the rear engine lid looks more like the 68+ variety, than a 67.
I could be mistaken.

Originally Posted by Prabal

It's very confusing for me

I find it hard to believe that you had any difficulty in determining that this car is not a 1947 !

[kevinephraim]

If it is what i think it is,its registration is a Punjab number. In a worse state that what I had seen it two years ago. And like someone said.. its someone in the building trying to make a fast buck. With no close up pictures or interior pics.
Someone please call the bluff.

[BowMan]

1983 BMW 728i, the first gen 7 series bimmer on sale in Delhi. Seems to be a very attractive proposition.



http://newdelhi.olx.in/bmw-728i-left...-iid-580145992

[Prabal]

Originally Posted by thebulletboy

I'd say either a 67 Delux or a 68+ Standard.

Though the pic is not entirely clear, the rear engine lid looks more like the 68+ variety, than a 67.
I could be mistaken.

I find it hard to believe that you had any difficulty in determining that this car is not a 1947 !

Well, it's not so much about it being 1947 model or not, but exactly which model (or a rough period block) it is, with some pointers by the gurus on how to tell this model from others. I have observed such immense knowledge available with experts on the forum, especially the Vollkswagen specialists who are said to be the best in the country, that it would be wonderful to be guided by them, I feel.

[vinay kamath]

Bowman, I'm always on prowl for sporty 1995-2002 model black BMW 7 series at reasonable cost! similar to the Transporter one!

[ajay99]

Originally Posted by Prabal

Well, it's not so much about it being 1947 model or not, but exactly which model (or a rough period block) it is, with some pointers by the gurus on how to tell this model from others. I have observed such immense knowledge available with experts on the forum, especially the Vollkswagen specialists who are said to be the best in the country, that it would be wonderful to be guided by them, I feel.

The car in the photo is definitely a standard version, and not a Deluxe one
1.There is no chrome trim on the Rear Quarter Windows
2.The Turn signal covers are painted,not chrome
3.The abscence of chrome trim on the Running board mats
Regarding the model, by the look of the door handles I would prefer to believe it to be a 1967 one,Only if one sees the headlights one can be certain about that.
Regarding VW expertise, Prabhalji, many of us still remember your detailed article on air cooled bugs in the 1998 AutoIndia(month-October??)magazine on the 50th year of Beetle.!!! So you are actually the pioneer/guide regarding VW specs,history.

[karlosdeville]

Originally Posted by ajay99

1.There is no chrome trim on the Rear Quarter Windows
2.The Turn signal covers are painted,not chrome
3.The abscence of chrome trim on the Running board mats

I wouldn't hold features like this as points of reference, because most cars have these parts replaced (rubbers and running board without trim). Never knew that turn signal covers were painted on any models.

Originally Posted by ajay99

Regarding VW expertise, Prabhalji, many of us still remember your detailed article on air cooled bugs in the 1998 AutoIndia(month-October??)magazine on the 50th year of Beetle.!!! So you are actually the pioneer/guide regarding VW specs,history.

I'm quite sure it was January 1998. I treasured that issue and read it a million times.

[ajay99]

Originally Posted by karlosdeville

I wouldn't hold features like this as points of reference, because most cars have these parts replaced (rubbers and running board without trim). Never knew that turn signal covers were painted on any models.
.

The 1967VW1200(euro) brochure mentions the following parts are chromed or Anodized :Bumpers,headlight rims,Front hood handle,Outside mirror,VW sign,Doorwindow rims,Door handles,Side trim mouldings,Wheelcaps,Rear lid handle,Taillight rims.

[priyo]

Not a 47 Beetle . 1 The back window is too large- postwar VW had a two piece rear window which stayed till the 50s. 2 The engine cover was a very pronounced V shape. It did not have a hump with the License plate and light. 3. The headlights were flush and oval in shape . 4. side windows were smaller - windshield was not curved. AS suggested by others, it is late 60s or 70s.

[ajay99]

Originally Posted by karlosdeville;3344408}I'm quite sure it was [B

January 1998[/b]. I treasured that issue and read it a million times.

Although I am sure that you have read it a ""million times'' sorry to correct you that the issue was of December 1998 .
I have wrongly mentioned ""50 years"" instead of "'60 years"' of beetle

[KartikeyaL]

A gorgeous Studebaker for sale in pune



Advertised as one of the 5 remaining cars of this model in the world , for a change a seller who has taken the pains to take some nice shots of the car.

Find it here

http://pune.olx.in/only-car-in-india-iid-584923039

Kartik