Possible project (standard Beetle)

[oasis]

Okay, another possibility has caught my eye. It is a standard Beetle. My experience and previous research has always centered around the Super (1302 and 1303). There is a standard that looks awfully good to me, however. It is an IRS platform.

My very basic question is: What can I do to enhance the handling of a standard?

My searching has me awash with differing ideas that tends to be more technical than what I am looking for up front. I am looking for basic answers. If it surpasses my intimidation level, I may consider the car and will seek detailed suggestions when appropriate.

(If this belongs in "Suspension," I am fine with it being moved. Since this is general and I may add to it as such, I placed it here.)