Re: [T3] Which model is my Notch?

[BOB2TYPE3S@aol.com]

James wrote:
> But.......her vin is 315075763, and the 315 says standard lhd 
>notch, not "S",

The others here who've said that 315 in the VIN is for a 65 model year are 
correct. You might have an early 65 built in late 64 that was registered in 64 
in a state that decided it is a 64 when in reality it is a 65. California was 
good for this in the 50's and 60's. 

>I have had my Notch for 2 months now, and still can not verify which 
>model she is. She is a 1964 sunroof. She has holes on her body for 
>chrome trim. She has pop-out windows. She was pearl white with cord 
>silver interior, so says VW. She has a wrap around dash and z-type arm 
>rests. @ ash trays in back. Premium fuel sticker under hood by gas tank. 
>She has springs for her trunk lid, no prop rod. All of these things say 
>1500 "S".  

Yes, these items point to an "S" model. The "S" was an upgraded version of 
the standard "N" model.

>and she has knobs for the lights and wipers, no push 
>button console. 

Well, since we now know your car is a 65, then it should have the normal pull 
type switches, not the push button dash.

>I read at www.type3.com that she may be a rare 1500 "E" 
>which is identical to the "S" but has a standard motor w/side draft 
>carb. I don't want to proceed with the car until I know. Anyone???????????

Does your car have dual carbs or a single side draft? This will tell you if 
its an "S" or not. I hope this helps.

Bob 65 Notch S w/ Sunroof
       69 Squareback-AT - the baby suburban
       71 Squareback- formerly undecided, now becoming a 2 seat Roadster, in 
progress : ) getting closer

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