VW January 1955 Early Oval Beetle Bug Volkswagen

Named "Barney" because it was found in a barn in Mississippi. A unique original, umber-matching car. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a very rare piece of history. I know because I myself searched for it for over 2 years.Bone stock, ever modified survivor. Never been hit, ll fenders, ood, oors, ecklid are original to the car from factory, nd still have factory L-213 Iceland Green paint on them. Original split-case transmission and 36 HP engine with only 1890 miles since a full and correct rebuild! New wiring harness installed as well as a new 6V battery, very electrical system works properly (wipers, orn, emaphores, ome light etc.), ith the exception of the period correct Motorola "big M" radio. Brake system completely redone with new master cylinder, ard and soft lines, nd wheel cylinders and shoes. Fuel system completely overhauled with meticulously restored gas tank, new reserve petcock and new lines. The original paint has been exposed after carefully removing 3 layers of paint. I think repainting the car would be a sin, s I've come to the understanding that anyone can paint a car and make it shiny, ut it's only original once. The new owner can of course do anything they desire, ut that's just my two cents. And I guess some folks agree with me, s it did win me several prizes in different car shows!In mid 1955, w made a lot of changes to the beetle. The early ovals (such as this example), hich are in effect split-era cars, ere imported to the US in relatively small numbers. A lot of the parts are unique and very hard to find, uch as the early interior (later interiors do not fit properly).This car is very reliable, 've driven it to car shows in the east coast as far as Hershey, A to the Bugout in VA, nd it has performed flawlessly. The only time it stopped was when it ran out of gas... No worries, flip of the spare fuel lever and she was purring back ;-) You can fly in and drive it home wherever you live without thinking twice. And if you run into cold weather, ust twist the heater knob - the heating system works!Some answers to your questions:Correct early interior with "tombstone" front seat backrests and dual screw pivot back seat backrest.Original Engine (per vw certificate) Original Pan Never welded heater channelsHard to believe but floor under battery is solid!Original SWF operating semaphores Heart tail lights with all original lenses Original (no cutouts) rear apron (single tip muffler) No rust in pan, oors, hresholds, ams, eater channelsPan has never been cut/replaced etc.Tomato red leatherette interior is original and falling apart in some placesNo carpet or headlinerVintage 55 MD plate is not includedCoker fat white wall tires with plenty of treadThe car is a remarkable candidate for a concourse restoration due to minimal bodywork and perfect mechanical condition. Or it can be driven and enjoyed as is right now.Note that pics are from various moments, est assured the car is complete with no missing parts whatsoever (for instance in one pic the side trim is off).In-person check ups are welcome and encouraged. Car is located just north of Washington D.C.