Search: Scamp

UPDATE: Still Available.

(12/15/2015) Here's a cool find. I wonder how many more parts are here.

"2 frames/chassis that are part of a kit vehicle produced in the mid 90's called "Veepster". It was a fiberglass bodied replica of a "flat fender" Jeep CJ2A utilizing all mechanical components from a VW Bug. There's frames are heavy duty 2 x 4 rectangular steel with bolt-in mounting for ALL drive train and suspension components. Build your own VW powered Jeep with a readily available replica body, or build a custom buggy. Includes a box full of original kit components and accessories. $500 for everything."

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/pts/5359062391.html

UPDATE: Was $5500. **SOLD**

Looks like a fun veep-like rig.

"This is a professionally built custom Dune Buggy set-up.
Chassis is 100% custom with an all steel built in roll cage frame and under body plate.
Powered by a 1973 VW bus engine and upgraded transmission, racing clutch and suspension.
Body is a fiberglass Jeep body and needless to say unique unique unique.
Built well and runs and drives great! Also has 4 wheel disc brakes and stops on a dime.
Great for off roading, sand rails or just showing off just about anywhere.
Asking $5500 obo.
Also might be interested in a good trade. Old cars, RATRODS, golf carts, ATVs or anything cool. (Just not your old junk)"

UPDATE:  This sold for $810 on Jan 1 2009

Maybe there are more of these VW kits than I realized.  This is the fourth I've seen for sale this year.  While the seller claims this is a 1942 body, all the kits, including this one, appear to me to use a version of the M-38 body (or replica body).

"YOU ARE BIDDING ON A 1942 WILLYS JEEP BODY ON A VOLKSWAGEN DRIVE TRAIN / CHASSIS. THIS CAR HAS A 1600 ENGINE WITH A VW MANUAL TRANSMISSION. THE EXTERIOR COLOR IS RED AND RED INTERIOR WITH BROWN BUCKET SEATS. THE TIRES ARE IN FAIR CONDITION AND BRAKES ARE GOOD ALSO. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN STORAGE AND HAS NOT BEEN STARED FOR 7 YEARS BUT THE MOTOR TURNS OVER...."

View all the pics on eBay

UPDATE: Still Available.

(07/31/2020) I suspect this was a kit, but can't tell for sure.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1031669480585077/

"1947 CJ2A fiberglass replica built on a 1968 vw platform. 1600 dual port engine. Look extremely close to the original CJ2A but has the benefit of a newer engine and drive train. Probably cruise at 60/65MPH. Titled as a 1868 ASVE ) assembled vehicle, green Ok title in my name, current tag. Insured through a classic car insurer for very little premium. Run and drives great but want to jump 4th gear some times. Fun to drive and economical to operate and maintain. Has lots and lots of new parts."

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $4995.

Looks  in good shape.

"We have a great Car for you!! Take a look!! It's a 1971 VW VEEP! Jeep style kit car, built back in the 80's. It's in great shape, runs very well, has a New 1600cc duel port motor, with lots of chrome, custom Muffler's, Alt. and New Carburetor. Has a flip-up front hood where the gas tank, and battery sits, very easy to work on , if need be,

It's a blast to drive, great for the summer/Springtime, and priced right!! Just $5995.oo or trade?

Please call us to come see and drive, great for a Motor-home owner to tow behind and use when parked, much lighter than a true Jeep, but just as fun!!"

I ran across this electric vehicle named Jazzy owned by Jim Stack.  It appears to be an 'VEEP' Kit with a fiberglass body.  It is powered by an Advanced DC FB-4001 Series Wound DC 9.  It runs in 3rd gear and never needs to be shifted, according to the owner.  The top speed is 70MPH with a total range of about 50MPH.  There are 10 Trojan T-105 now SG90's, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded very minimal battery pack for 30 mile range. All located under center of chassis for stable road handling, great G holding on corners.  View all the information here.

"1968 Volkswagen VW chassis. 50 Jeep fiberglass body with front disk brakes carries the Veepster fiberglass 1950 Jeep body."

Rear of jeep.  Note no Jeep rear lights (he was looking for traditional square lights).

Jason posted these pics of a jeep-looking fiberglass body with some unique aspects to Facebook. The hood is lower than usual vis-a-vis the fenders, the rear fender wells have a flare modeling into it, the rear mid-section looks slightly longer, it has a step with a runner along the entire side, and the rear has a unique flare on the back. Also, it is interesting that the top edge around the back is about as thick as a Bobcat or Parkette body.

According the discussion on Facebook, "I was told by the owner there was a local guy he in nh that was big into fiberglass I guess he also built cobra body's and he made a few of these." I suspect there aren't many of these around.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.

The tub sounds like it is in bad shape, but lots of other jeep parts there.

"Hadley Veep project for sale. More a collection of parts from an original Veep along with additional parts needed to complete the project. Original Frame, Jackman 4 bolt wheels with the original Armstrong Norseman tires, fiberglass bucket seats, two hoods, two windshield frames, windshield glass, one set of good front fenders, front grill, tailgate, front and rear bumpers, irs transmission, original gas tank, replacement front beam, two roll bars, steering column, assembly manual and magazine articles from the 70's when the kits were being sold. I also have a tub that can be used for fitting or with a lot of welding could be utilized. I may be able to arrange delivery within 50 miles from my location."

UPDATE: Mike continues to update his VEEP. You can view more pics via this blog post:

https://ranchotransaxles.com/vw-veep-visits-rancho/

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Originally Posted January 4th, 2020: Mike bought this VEEP in September of 2018 in Arizona. It ran, but had lots of surface rust on the paint. So, he blasted the body, rebuilt the engine (to 1915cc), redid the engine compartment, and added some other custom elements. His goal was to enter it in local car shows and, so far, he's won four trophy's with it. Nice work!

Here are some pics of the front end rebuild. As you can see the front needed a little attention . He moved the battery from under the drivers seat to the front and then used home flooring and aluminum molding to finish it off.