Parking is a non issue. A Bus really isn't much larger than a Beetle. They're tall, not long. If people can park explorers and small SUVs, a bus would EASILY fit.
Front crash protection on a late bay, could in some ways be better than a Beetle, especially an early car.
The frame rails on a bay are higher than a Beetle, more in line with the bumpers on modern cars, and most small-mid sized SUVs. Also, the front of a Bay is reinforced (dispite people liking to believe that since it is flat, it is weak)
More so than a low Beetle which will likely dive under the rear of most higher sedans or SUVs, putting the drivers face right in line with a tow hitch or bumper.
There are several Beetles on CL, I don't think you're going to step into anything for $500 though. That's asking for a miracle.
Supers are great, I LOVED my 71 1302. Originally I thought a flat window Super looked stupid, but I soon realized they really are a great blend of Super ride, with Standard look.
1303's are cool, but they're really fat looking...
