VolksWatson

Greetings all! I am a new 63 Karmann Ghia owner (but had a 73 superbug for years) and am doing a complete restoration. I began really getting into it in July and August, splitting the Body from the chassis. I have tried to start a resto before, but failed because I lacked focus. This time around I came up with a plan, and am sticking to it well. I am going to start with a firm foundation (chassis), and work my way up to the body.

So, as I mentioned, I have the car split, and the old pans are cut out. I am in the process of cleaning the extra lip of metal off so I can weld the new pans in. Once that is done, it is going to be blasted and painted…

I am really excited to see this site. I hope that I may shed some insight and encouragement on those who find my ramblings. The best advice I can offer right now for anyone looking to do any kind of restoration is: BE PATIENT. Unless you have more money and time than sense, it will take you many hours and plenty of change. In the long run, you will be satisfied with a job well done!

I currently have no digital camera, but as soon as I get one, I will post my progress…

God bless you all! Thanks for listening to a serious VolkNut.

VolksWatson