Thanks for the reply, Machan! I'm located in Kandy, so it's an absolute pain to find a proper garage here. I gave up and am now thinking of bringing the car to a restorer in Colombo. I know it's going to be a hassle, but I'd rather take that chance.
Luckily, the engine is in top-tier condition, and I have a good mechanic who can handle the suspension, electronics, etc. As for the parts, I found a place called Golf House, which specializes in VW parts. The only trouble I'm having right now is finding a place that can do proper painting work.
Absolutely, Machan. I'm in love with this car, so I can't wait to get it up and running.