Beetle

Pair Of Oval Window Volkswagen Beetles

Designed before World War II, the VW Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) didn’t get into serious production until the late 1940s. It would become one of the world’s most-produced automobiles – more than 21 million copies through the… more»

Only 10k Miles? 1974 Volkswagen Beetle

The VW Beetle, aka Type 1, was built between 1938 and 2003. It would become the most-produced automobile on the planet on the same platform. The total was 21.5 million units, but most of them have long since gone… more»

Survivor-Quality Beetle: 1959 Volkswagen Type 1

The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) is one of the most-produced cars in history. From the post-World War II era into the early 21st Century, some 23 million of them were built. The automobile is credited with… more»

Oval Window Barn Find: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle

The VW Type 1 (or Beetle or Bug) is one of the most produced automobiles of all time. Between 1938 and 2003, worldwide production reached 21.5 million units. It takes a real Beetle expert to tell most Bugs from… more»

Convert It Back? 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

Volkswagen introduced the Super Beetle in 1971 to give dealers more choices for U.S. buyers. The Super Beetle varied from the standard Beetle by its curved windshield, larger luggage space, and McPherson front strut suspension. But none of them… more»

Fresh Paint: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen built its entire empire off the back of the sales success of the humble Beetle. It is hard to fathom how a company that produced what many believe to be the ultimate people’s car could rubberstamp the production… more»

Unmolested Sunroofed Bug: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

When I was ten, my dad purchased a new Ruby Red 1965 VW Beetle from Crater Motor Company in Petersburg, Virginia. (Civil War buffs will know why the dealer chose that particular name.) Even though my dad served in… more»

Air-Cooled Survivor: 1970 Volkswagen Beetle

The VW Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) was one of the most produced automobiles in history. From 1938 to 2003, 21.5 million copies of the quirky little car saw the light of day. The same platform was used… more»

Turnkey 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Some classics are undeniably cool, and this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible fits that mold. Its overall condition is impressive, and its interior bears little resemblance to what owners received with earlier versions. There are Convertibles that are faster and… more»

Sun Bug Edition: 1974 Volkswagen Beetle

The Sun Bug was a special edition of the venerable Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle). It was offered from 1973 to 1975 as either a sedan with a metal sunroof or a typical convertible. All the photos online show… more»

No Reserve: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle “Show Car”

Describing any classic as perfect is risky because an in-person inspection almost invariably reveals minor flaws or defects. However, the seller states that the supplied photos fail to do this 1964 Volkswagen Beetle justice. The owner left no stone… more»

Super Sleeper: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Building a sleeper vehicle is like a rolling form of art, where a visionary seeks to keep the outside appearing as stock and unassuming as possible, attempting to thwart the focus of an unexpected level of performance hiding under… more»

Bright Orange 1972 Volkswagen Beetle

If you were a teenager in the 1970s or 1980s, there’s a fair chance you tooled around in a VW Beetle. That’s because zillions of them were around and they were cheap as dirt. Detroit finally began to seriously… more»

Patina Bug: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

Some enthusiasts find the prospect of owning a pristine classic attractive, while others find the lure of a car dripping with character irresistible. This 1966 Volkswagen Beetle could be a hot prospect if you fall into the second category…. more»

BF Auction: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

UPDATE – The seller made some adjustments and the clutch noise went away so they have relisted the Beetle with a lower reserve! Being forced to part with a classic project due to circumstances beyond your control is a… more»

Engine Updates: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

I have long considered the Volkswagen Beetle to be the automotive equivalent of the Lego block. Both emerged from their respective factories in enormous numbers and are extraordinarily versatile. Like the children’s toy, the long production life and evolutionary… more»

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