What can I expect to pay for a paint job for my 69 VW Beetle?

I am restoring a 1969 VW Beetle Convertible and am looking to have it painted. I want the fenders removed and the entire car painted before I add the new top and new interior. Anyone know what I can expect to pay for the paint job alone?|||Since it's a metal car theres probably alot of rust then alot of prep i would say 2-5k for a good job . But if you just want a cheap maaco paint job about $300-800.|||the most expensive and time consuming part of any paint job is the prep work if you do most yourself you will save lots of money but a good quality job done by a professional will still cost around 2 grand if you do most of the prep|||Check out these forums (air-cooled VW sites), they both have paint and body sections where you should be able to find out some more info:


http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/


http://www.shoptalkforums.com/index.php





I think the prices above sound about right, it's not going to be cheap if you want it done it right.

Why is the engine light coming on in my 2002 VW Passat?

The check engine light in my VW Passat cam on about 2 months ago in my VW Passat. I've been looking up the possibilities and think it could be the oil sludge issues. Does anyone else have any ideas or how to fix it?|||There's about 500+ different things that can make that light come on.





So far, it seems you've done everything except the one thing it's telling you to do. CHECK THE ENGINE.





It's not hard. Take it in, get the code read.





Don't waste time, looking up what it might be, just find out what it actually is.





Then, you'll have an idea of how to fix it.|||Oil sludge issues? You don't change the oil and filter every 3,000 miles or have the car scanned for codes. Looking up what possibilities? You don't have anything to base a guess on. You need to fix your bad habit of driving the car into the ground. Have a mechanic that knows what they are doing keep your car maintained and running before you end up walking.


A car should be inspected and scanned for codes asap when the light comes on.


By the way, dirty oil is not one of the things that will set ses lights and codes.|||ill give you the list but now you have to pull the codes.


p0100 mass (maf) or volume (vaf) air flow circuit malfunction


p0101 maf or vaf circuit range performance problem


p0102 maf or vaf circuit low out input


p0103 maf or vaf circuit high output


p0104 mass or volume air flow circuit intermittent


p0105 manifold absolute (map) or barometric (baro) pressure circuit malfunction


p0106 map or baro circuit range performance problem


p0107 map or baro circuit low range


p0108 map or baro circuit high range


p0109 map circuit intermittent


p0110 intake air temperature (iat) circuit malfunction


p0111 iat circuit circuit range performance problem


p0112 iat circuit low input


p0113 iat circuit high input


p0114 iat circuit intermittent


p0115 engine coolant temperature (ect) circuit malfunction


p0116 ect circuit range performance problem


p0117 ect low input


p0118 ect high input


p0119 ect circuit intermittent


p0120 throttle position (tp) circuit malfunction


p0121 tp circuit range performance problem


p0122 tp circuit low input


p0123 tp circuit high input


p0124 tp circuit intermittent


p0125 excessive time to enter closed loop


p0126 insufficient ect for stable operation


p0128 coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature


p0130 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 circuit malfunction


p0131 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 low voltage


p0132 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 high voltage


p0133 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 slow response


p0134 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 no activity


p0135 oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 heater malfunction


p0136 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 circuit malfunction


p0137 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 low voltage


p0138 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 high voltage


p0139 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 slow response


p0140 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 no activity


p0141 oxygen sensor 2, bank 1 heater malfunction


p0142 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 circuit malfunction


p0143 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 low voltage


p0144 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 high voltage


p0145 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 slow response


p0146 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 no activity


p0147 oxygen sensor 3, bank 1 heater malfunction


p0150 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 circuit malfunction


p0151 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 low voltage


p0152 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 high voltage


p0153 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 slow response


p0154 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 no activity


p0155 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 heater malfunction


p0156 oxygen sensor 1, bank 2 circuit malfunction


p0157 oxygen sensor 2, bank 2 low voltage


p0158 oxygen sensor 2, bank 2 high voltage


p0159 oxygen sensor 2, bank 2 slow response


p0160 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 no activity


p0161 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 heater malfunction


p0162 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 circuit malfunction


p0163 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 low voltage


p0164 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 high voltage


p0165 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 slow response


p0166 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 no activity


p0167 oxygen sensor 3, bank 2 heater malfunction


p0169 fuel composition sensor


p0170 fuel trim (ft) malfunction


p0171 system too lean, bank 1


p0172 system too rich, bank 1


p0173 fuel trim (ft) malfunction, bank 2


p0174 system too lean, bank 2


p0175 system too rich, bank 2


p0176 fuel composition sensor circuit malfunction


p0177 fuel composition sensor range performance


po178 fuel composition sensor low input


p0179 fuel composition sensor high input


p0180 fuel temperature sensor circuit malfunction


p0181 fuel temperature sensor range performance


p0182 fuel temperature sensor low input


p0183 fuel temperature sensor high input


p0184 fuel temperature sensor circuit intermittent


p0185 fuel temperature sensor 2 circuit malfunction


p0186 fuel temperature sensor 2 range performance


p0187 fuel temperature sensor 2 low input


p0188 fuel temperature sensor 2 high input


p0189 fuel temperature sensor 2 circuit intermittent


p0190 fuel rail pressure sensor circuit


p0191 fuel rail pressure sensor circuit performance


p0192 fuel rail pressure sensor circuit low voltage


p0193 fuel rail pressure sensor circuit high voltage


p0194 fuel rail pressure sensor circuit intermittent


p0195 engine oil temperature sensor


p0196 engine oil temperature sensor performance


p0197 engine oil temperature sensor low voltage


p0197 engine oil temperature sensor high voltage


p0198 engine oil temperature sensor intermittent


p02 fuel and air metering


p0200 injector control circuit


p0201 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 1


p0202 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 2


p0203 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 3


p0204 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 4


p0205 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 5


p0206 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 6


p0207 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 7


p0208 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 8


p0209 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 9


p0210 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 10


p0211 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 11


p0212 injector circuit malfunction, cylinder 12


p0213 cold start injector|||Hi, Don't you want the car to tell you what it doesn't like? It should be OBD2 and you can take it to a parts store or garage or buy a code reader ($40 or less) that will read codes on all 96 and up cars. If you think it's sludge..you DID change the oil and filter right?|||mostly if the light is flashing there is something major wrong. but if not then it could just be time to change an air filter or as simple as the gas cap not venting right. go to auto zone they can read the code out for free.|||your question is like you having a headache and calling your doctor and ask him why do u have a headache.? nobody is going to know why your check engine light is on unless you take your car a shop and have it looked at

How much do you think it is to replace an engine in newer VW Bug?

i saw a nice 2000 vw bug for only 4grand but it has 215,000 miles on it. How much do you think to replace the engine?|||3 grand|||With that many miles and the fact that they are still asking $4000 for it, my guess is that it is a Turbo Diesel. You are looking are considerably more than for a gas engine.


But I agree with above, Call around and see what it would cost.|||call your nearest AutoZone to price

How much could i sell a 1997 VW Jetta GLS with 130,000 miles on it for, with a bad transmisson.?

I have a 1997 VW jetta GLS with 130,000 miles on it, But the transmission went out on it. So i was wondering how much i should try to sell it for.|||Honestly? $300 maybe $500 in parts. The transmission repair is more expensive than the value of the car. Best case scenario about $1,800.00.|||kbb.com





use their calculator

How do i remove the badge off the stearing wheel of a 66 vw bug?

I am trying to replace the horn ring on my 66 vw bug. the guy replaced the original with an aftermarket one for some reason. And i am now trying to put the original back on.|||it has small metal loops behind it that hold it on. carefully just pry it off from the bottom. its pretty tight but it should pop off

How often to change spark plugs in VW golf 1999 gti?

How often should I change my sparks plugs, I have had my car for 4 yrs and haven't changed them since I have had it, Car is 1999 VW Golf GTI. Have done 50,000 km in the car since I have had it.|||"For that particular vehicle, it's recommended that they be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,560km) with platinum spark plugs or other precious metal like iridium"





I agree with this for the most part every 60,000 Miles is best whether the look good or not. Spark plugs are now expensive and you only need 4. the part i don't agree with is the "platinum spark plugs or other precious metal like iridium". you will get the best performance from a Bosch Copper Plug as VW recommends using Bosch Cooper Plugs as does the Bentley Repair Guide and any good VW dedicated shop|||Most plugs now days are good for 130,000 Km. Most of the time, in a vW the "Check engine" light will come on and give you a code that indicates a misfire.





If it is running OK, and no engine error codes, then keep on riding.|||For that particular vehicle, it's recommended that they be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,560km) with platinum spark plugs or other precious metal like iridium

How much is it to replace my VW passenger window motor?

My passenger New Beetle window does not roll up. It makes a little cracking noise when I press to roll it up, sounds like glass broke. but I'm not sure.





Does anyone know how much the labor might be for a VW (1999) and what most likely happened?|||After market kits are $40-80. I would put labor around $60-100. If it is broken glass because your window dropped, add in the price of a window.








If you are a DIY





http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id鈥?/a>








Recalls on the 99 New Beetle





http://www.automobilemag.com/am/1999/vol鈥?/a>|||I used the same DIY that the guy above me mentioned.... worked great!





It will run you about $200-$400 dollars at the dealer if you decide to go that way. It is pretty straight forward if you try to tackle it yourself with a few simple tools and some general knowledge. Good weekend project!

Can i use the vw new beetle repair manual 1998-2000 to fix my 2004 vw beetle?

I'm looking to replace my coolant and spark plugs, and I found the repair manual for 1998-2000 at a discount book store. Could I use it for the 2004 vw beetle? Or is the 2004 model that much different?|||Really if you want my opinion I don't recommend that you try and go by any service manual that are for vehicles 4-6 years older.Plus unless you buy a true factory service manual or manuals for that vehicle you will never get all the info or insight in managing to trouble shoot or repair your vehicle.These manuals can be quite complexed and unless you learn or know how to read them , their much like trying to figure out info via using several sections and different pgs to actually figure out exactly how it functions, part, wiring info or how it even works etc.





Put it this way I'd rather recommend that you use and learn via the original factory repair manuals bec you have direct access to much more detailed info in them then many of the other aftermarket service manuals.














Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way I saw a few repair manuals for your vehicle on ebay for fair prices. Also there probably are several common parts or circuits that each of the different years use but take it from me when you're trouble shooting certain circuits or problems you want all the info that you can get that the manufacture would offer to you or their dealership service departments.From what sections or parts of your vehicle that you're trying to work on it is possible that not much has changed within those years when it comes down to the basics such as the plugs or it's basic coolant system design etc.I do know that indeed much or some of the manual info is the same for your vehicle from even the 98 models and going up to 2005 and around 2002 some other changes took place.





You might want to try different main reference libraries for access to a more accurate service manual , plus you could read and compare even the older repair book info to your own vehicle.I'd try places like ebay etc bec they have at times a great variety of factory repair manuals or automotive repair manuals.You could pick up a set of factory books via ebay etc just be sure to check the seller book content etc info and to don't be shy to ask sellers detailed questions before you make any bids etc.|||You're quite welcome

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|||might work. but a better option would be to go to your local library, they probably have a repair manual there

What would cause a rattling noise under VW Beetle?

I have a rattling noise underneath my 2001 VW Beetle. Sounds like something loose when I start it and when I drive slowly. What could be causing this and if you had to roughly estimate how much would a repair cost?





-I saw an answer before that said the engine oil pan's metal shield may have come loose or may have broke.|||squidward|||Heat shield in the exhaust area- less than $40 to spot weld it.

Looking for a convertible under or around 10K which VW would you suggest?

Looking to buy a VW convertible (new beetle or cabrio) this summer. It will not be my primary car, just something fun to drive on the weekends. Any current older model VW owners that could give me advice on what year to avoid or which model to look for?|||I own a 92, 93, and 89 Cabriolet.





From what I have seen on the various cabby forums that I visit it's a crap shoot.


If the vehicle was maintained by the previous owners then most are a good buy.


If you are not ready to shell out green, for new to you but never maintained repairs, then any is a good


thing.





I would however stay away from Automatics, as the Cabrio (95-2005) has a weaker than normal tranny, this same automatic would also be in the beetles.





The 80-93 Rabbit Convertible/Cabriolet if maintained would be a good buy, and a fun drive, the 90-93 are more forgiving as far as normal maintenance goes, and the 010 automatic transmission is almost bullet proof and easier to rebuild.





I would look for a car that is maintained well, has the receipts to prove it, and has a current emission inspection/ timing belt replaced, and a new clutch as those are the high item tickets.





If the Top is worn, or in the case of a (electric) top that it hesitates going up or down, is usually indicative of the care that the previous owner shows in general to the car.





Good sites to visit to look at the buyers guide are:


www.vwvortex.com


www.cabby-info.com





I have my 92, and 93 are both automatics, and are daily drivers with 160K, and 140K on the clock.


Getting them to that status takes time, parts and monies. If you can't do your own maintenance, then the "older" one may not be your cup of tea.

What would a Slightly damaged 1999 VW Passat be worth?

I can buy a 1999 VW passat For 1900. It needs a rear bumper cover, trunk lid, RH Tail light and both front park lights. It has 127k miles and most options, alloy wheels, tip-tronic Auto, moonroof, 1.8 turbo. Engine light is on, but car runs fine. Because of damage has salvage title. Any help would be great, i really just dont know if it would be worth putting money into.|||Well i own close to 40 different vw's you could part out the car very easily. each sensor is worth around 300 dollars, the motor and turbo is worth alot.. The car to fix would not be that much. It all depends if you doing it yourself.the hood is worth 266 bucks new in canada..light *** is 250 bucks... bumper cover is 250 bucks..truck lid is 310 bucks.. so it aint that bad.. normely that car sells for around 9000 bucks in premium condition|||Offer them 1500, but 1900 is a good deal. Buy it but try and work them|||This car will be more trouble that it is worth. It will be a money pit.





Avoid this "deal". It's not worth the headache.





Body parts are expensive, the body work alone, unless you have the knowledge and the tools to do it yourself will be several thousand dollars. The engine work could be equally as much. At 127K miles it will probably need a new turbo and timing belt (over $2,000 right there). You'll probably put close to $6000 into this car before you ever get to drive it. ($2k for the car, $2500 for the bodywork and paint job and possibly another $1500 for engine work)





Plus it's 10 years old. If it was only 4 years old, maybe, but an old turbo Passat with high miles isn't an expensive car to begin with.

How long does it take to replace an oil pan on a VW Jetta?

I have to have my oil pan replaced b/c the last Valvoline that changed my oil put the wrong size drain plug in and stripped the pan's threads. Can anyone tell me how much a replacement oil pan should cost for a 2002 VW Jetta, V4, and how long it would take to install? I'm trying to make sure the shop that has my car now does not try to rip me off!!!!|||should nt that long maybe a day or two and why not try a self threading plug|||Cost depends on the garage.


I would make the same garage pay for the stripped threads.


They have to drain the oil of course and then put on the pan and put the oil back in. It is not supposed to take that long.

Is there a 1961 Type 2 VW Microbus for sale in Queensland?

1961 Type 2 VW Microbus in Queensland, Any color, i want to paint it, good condition, preferably Brisbane. 5000 to 8000 dollars.|||Have you tried www.craigslist.org

1969 vw beetle, 45,000 original miles and in good condition. How much is it worth?

1969 VW Beetle, 45,000 original miles and in good condition. How much is it worth?|||I don't know about the mileage unless you can document it, since a 40 year old car would likely have had the spedo turn over more then a couple of times. Even in storage, there are parts of the bug that simply wear out by exposure (like rubber pieces, dashboards, headliners, etc.. )





So lets just say that it is a 69 bug in very excellent condition.





Assuming no rust.. good paint no rust...good motor... no rust... good transmission.. no rust ... good interior and a good floor pan (no holes under the battery) oh, and in case I forgot to mention it , no rust...





Show cars of that vintage bring in between $12,000 and $14,000 (use eBay and search for SOLD vw bugs to get a good idea),





Extremely Good but daily driver bugs bring at least $5,000 up to about $8 unless you have a convertible in which case add about $2500 to the top end.





Hope that helps...|||www.thesamba.com is a huge VW site with a lot of adds. Look through it to get an idea. It is hard to estimate a value without seeing the car. You can also post your car for sale there for free.|||look in www.hemmingsmotornews.com and see what they are selling for.....my WAG is 3 to 5K..but it depends on finding the guy/gal who wants it at your price

How do i get my spare vw golf key to work?

My baby has 'HIDDEN' my vw golf car key and I have the spare but when I put it in the ignition the electronic immobiliser light comes on and the car won't start, does anybody know what I have to do???|||as a temporary fix too get the car running so you can go too vw too have key programmed properly put key in ignition and turn on but dont start leave for ten minutes then start the car up the imobiliser will have relearned the key but will req programing|||Then its not the right spare or its been decoded, you'd have to contact VW.|||better asking dealer or vw car forums|||you need the electronic chip from key that is lost,contact the garage you bought it from or vw agent explain situation supply proof of purchase etc and they will have vw send replacement chip to insert in key fob

How can I avoid getting leaks when changing oil filter on 2002 VW Jetta VR6?

I have a 2002 VW Jetta VR6 that has a cannister filter. When I've changed the oil, I've noticed that it leaks at the filter. I've tightened it more but it still leaks. Should the gasket that comes with the cannister filter go around the treads?|||one thing that can happen is that the gasket got lost. heres one tip: when you change the oil canaster put some oil in oil canaster. then wet the rubber gasket with the oil. it will make it easier for you to tighten the oil canaster. if you have any questions e-mail me: veni1968@yahoo.com

Vampire Wars Question. How are people getting items not listed on the VW avatar items shop?

I see people all the time with items that arent listed in the VW avatar items shop. How do I get these items?|||If they arent listed now, chances are they once were. They tend to offer different head to toe outfits for favor points now and again. If your looking for something particular just keep an eye out. Sometimes they bring things back around to give vamps another shot.





Something else to consider is that you are seeing something that isnt offered yet. I can remember a while back seeing something on a vamp they had never offered and it was speculated that this person worked for zynga in some capacity/working the game. If that is the case, the things are usually offered just around the bend :-)





Hope that helps.





If you want check some of my vampire articles out on Associated Content :-)





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2004 VW Bug- How can I make my own seat covers and accesories?

Hi there! I have a 2004 Satelite Blue Hard top Buggie. The exterior color is actually called "Malibu Blue" and it has matching rims and a sunroof. I also have a two-toned blue interior.





I saw someone make their own VW seat covers, middle compartment thing, and matching mirror covers?! How in the world did they do that?





Please help me figure out other things to do to spruce up my buggie! I already have a flower in the holder of course, and a flower lay around my center mirror. I also have a hott pink betty boop front license plate.|||I think to do that, you'd have to be related to Martha Stewart or McGiver, haha.





Well, honestly that sounds like a lot of work. I hope you know how to sew.|||God.. you got my favorite one. The easiest way would be to buy some plain black seat covers made for the beetle and just stitch whatever fabric you want on it. As far as the mirror thing and compartment, i dont know.

What would cause the red light to come on and stay on running the battery down on a 1966 vw bug?

I hooked up the battery wrong and now the red light in the dash comes on and after charging the battery and starting the car a 1966 vw bug the red light stays on causing the battery to run down what would cause this problem?|||Check the fuses. Check the one in the fuse box and you should also have one by the voltage regulator . I had the same problem and that was what the problem was. If that doesn't take care of it then you probably did fry the regulator. Just check the fuses first $0.25 is a lot cheaper than $25.00....:-)|||you burnt up your voltage regulator i dont think that it is in the alternator on something that old|||The voltage regulator is shot or the generator is toast.

What is the tapping noise in the engine of an air cooled vw transporter?

There is a tapping noise in the engine of a 1982 2L air cooled vw transporter with twin carbies rather than fuel injection when it idols. What is the noise and could this be a problem.|||If the noise goes away when you raise the engine speed, most likely is a valve lifter. This is common to happen on that type of engine if sit for too long, if you drive the van for about 15 minutes and the noise still there, then you need to investigate if is a bad lifter, the valves need adjustment or there is something bend or worn out on the valve train. About the guy saying to switch back to solid lifters? I do not recommended.|||If it's out near the heads, you probably have flat lifters. That foray into pump-up lifters wasn't all that successful. Good news is if you still have bumps on your cam, you can switch back to solids lifters and adjustable rockers.





If the nois is center line, your loosing a rod or main bearing and should get right on it as it will only get real expensive if you ruin the crank and block.