Richard Davies set out to build his "ultimate beetle", and used a '65 as his platform.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...WhOYmHkIuFWf5Q
I had the pleasure of hosting him on our Colorado rally event, and drove the car before he passed. Raby T4, 915 transmission, Mendeola front and rear (my only complaint) and porsche twists.
going to miss him, but my wallet won't support buying the car.