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1974 Volkswagen Beetle LS Custom Restomod

5.3L LS V8 | FiTech EFI | Turbo 400 Automatic | Custom 2x2 Square-Tube Chassis | 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | Widened Fiberglass Body

Lot # 7330
Location Norwood, MA 02062
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415
5.3L LS/425HP
Automatic
Trans Am gold
Black
1142280064
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1974 Volkswagen Bug LS-Powered Custom

This 1974 Volkswagen Bug LS-Powered Custom is a wickedly fast, professionally engineered VW built by Slick James, widely known for high-performance Volkswagen V8 conversions and often referred to as the “V8 Vee-Dub expert.” Beneath the unmistakable Beetle shape is a thoroughly reworked custom chassis, a powerful Chevrolet LS-based V8, serious suspension and brake upgrades, and the kind of purposeful stance that immediately signals this is something special. Fresh, highly detailed, and showing just 415 miles since its 2022 build, this Bug is an exceptional street machine for the enthusiast who wants something very different.

Engine & Transmission

  • 5.3-liter LS-based Chevrolet V8
  • Engine sourced from a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
  • FiTech electronic fuel injection with control interface
  • Stage 2 Brian Tooley Racing camshaft
  • Ceramic-coated headers
  • FiTech engine management and wiring
  • 1985 Chevrolet Turbo 400 automatic transmission
  • Aluminum radiator
  • 16-inch electric cooling fan
  • Electric fuel pump
  • New original-style custom 15-gallon VW fuel tank
  • Custom 2.5-inch exhaust system
  • Stage 1 mufflers

Chassis & Suspension

  • Purpose-built 2×2 square-tube custom chassis
  • 2002 two-wheel-drive Chevrolet Blazer front spindles
  • Afco coilover shocks
  • 500-pound front springs
  • Mustang II-style manual steering rack
  • 2002 two-wheel-drive Chevrolet Blazer rear end
  • 3.42:1 rear gears
  • Rear end narrowed to fit Beetle dimensions
  • Rear Afco coilover shocks
  • 300-pound rear springs
  • Four-wheel disc brakes
  • Wilwood master cylinder

Exterior

  • 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Gold Poly finish
  • Professional basecoat/clearcoat paintwork
  • All four fenders widened in fiberglass
  • Clean, purposeful custom appearance
  • Retains unmistakable Beetle character
  • 17 x 8-inch front wheels
  • 18 x 9.5-inch rear wheels
  • Aggressive hot-rod stance

Interior

  • Purpose-built custom driver’s compartment
  • Tilt steering column
  • Lokar floor shifter
  • Teletronix gauges
  • Pioneer MVH-5320BT stereo
  • Memphis 6×9 speakers
  • Traditional VW feel blended with modern performance equipment

Additional Info

  • Built by Slick James
  • Known in the industry for Volkswagen V8 conversions
  • Only 415 miles since 2022 build
  • Approximately $3,600 invested in additional maintenance and tweaks since acquisition
  • Always garaged in Massachusetts
  • Meticulously maintained
  • Comes with folder of receipts and build documentation
  • Stored in Massachusetts
  • Clean title in the owner’s name
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