For Sale: 1959 Volkswagen Dune Buggy in Elkhart, Indiana

Well built, 1959 VW Sandrail powered by 1200cc boxer engine w/ big bore kit.

Titled as 1959 VW (Vin from donor car)

1 owner since 1985

Assembled in 1989

Invader chassis assembled by Baja Imports of South Bend, IN

Powered by 1200cc Type 1 air-cooled boxer engine w/ big bore kit

4-speed manual transaxle w/ Hurst shifter

Dark Red metallic painted chassis

Diamond plate floors

Polished wheels

Rear disc brakes

As soon as it was discovered how offroad capable the chassis and suspension from a standard VW Beetle was, enthusiasts began disassembling them and turn them into the offroad vehicles of their dreams. Possibly the most popular build being the sandrail. Throughout the years, many VW Beetles have been turned into these very fun and capable offroad machines and this very well built sandrail is no exception. This great Sandrail started its life as a 1959 Volkswagen Beetle (still retains the 1959 VIN) and was purchased in 1985, then shipped to Indiana from California. At which point, an Invader chassis was purchased and the transformation from Beetle to Sandrail began. The Invader chassis was assembled by Baja Imports of South Bend, IN and the initial build was completed in 1989. Since then, this awesome sandrail has been lovingly maintained and upgraded by the same owner for the last 36 years. The sandrail is finished in a beautiful dark red metallic paint that is in great condition for the age with only minor chips and scratches present. The exterior of the sandrail is nicely complimented by a set of auxiliary roll bar mounted fog lamps, and a vintage set of polished wheels. This sandrail features Black vinyl bucket seats with 4-point harnesses and diamond plate aluminum floor pans. Powering this sandrail is its 1200cc Type 1 air-cooled boxer engine that has been upgraded with a big bore kit and backed by its 4-speed manual transaxle. Both the engine and transmission perform just as they should and deliver that loud and fun driving experience you can only get in these vintage sandrails. If you prefer a quieter ride, the sandrail does come with a Supertrapp muffler that can be installed in the tailpipe. Included in the sale of this sandrail is a front tow bar. If you are in the market for a well built and very capable vintage sandrail that is turn-key ready to enjoy and would present very well at any cruise-in or car meet, then you will want to take a very close look at this 1959 VW Sandrail.