1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle-Starts + Runs w/ Auto Stick Shift - Parts / Restore

Description for Volkswagen Beetle - Classic 1973

1973 Super BeetleThis model has the strut front end.First year w/curved windshield and bigger dash********************************************
Auto Stick ShiftComplete 1 Owner carRusting and holes on floor pans and rockersBody has scattered rusting,worst areas are below left side rear half moon vents,end edge of roof to back hood and rear right lower panel above running board.There is a small dent at top left edge of hood that has caused a small crack in window.*************************************Has been stored and off the road past year or so.Was driven daily prior to that by original owner who has just passed away .*************************************Battery is dead. Alternator charges and starter worksEngine started right up after getting a boost.Stalls at idle but starts right back up.No major issues noises,smoking or leaks w/ engine.Would be a good donor engine.Electric shift contact is intermittent so lockout has been bypassed and it can be started in gear.Trans /clutch slips under load but does drive.Brakes,steering,electrics all work.Interior complete,seats in decent shape.Tires hold air.Body is dirty,front left fender dented.Bumpers and outside chrome pieces are rusted.******************************************Beetle is also listed locally here on Craigslist,so sale may end at any time. Please feel free to make an offer

On Jun-12-19 at 14:40:24 PDT, seller added the following information:

PLEASE BE ADVISED,THIS IS CAR THAT IS 46 + YEARS OLD AND HAS BEEN OUT OF SERVICE ALMOST A YEAR AND A HALF.DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS ON DRIVE TRAI, BRAKES AND FLOOR PAN RUSTING ETC,IT MUST BE CONSIDERED AS UNSAFE FOR DRIVING AND CANNOT BE DRIVEN AWAY.IT IS FOOLISH AND UNWISE TO ASSUME ANY OTHER ALTERNATIVE THAN TOWING.