Over the course of 65 years, Volkswagen produced more than 21.5 million Type 1 automobiles, commonly referred to as the Beetle. The first one was assembled in 1938 in Germany and the last in 2003 in Mexico. 1977 was… more»
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Custom Rolling Ad: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle
This vehicle was once a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Now it’s “Florida Sunshine In A Can,” a custom build that was intended for a promotional venture. As a “can car,” we’re told this was a professional build that attracts attention… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Some classics are cool without even trying. Take this 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It isn’t loaded with luxury appointments, and the driver won’t have a million horsepower under their right foot. However, wherever they go, this classic… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia
Some project candidates are better than others, and this 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is an absolute beauty. It has sat for twenty-five years, but much of the hard work is completed. It is rust-free, and if you’re feeling sorely… more»
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Well-Preserved 1974 Volkswagen Thing
It’s been a hotter-than-average summer in my neck of the woods in North Carolina. Mercy! Fortunately, this bright orange Thing reminds me of a big pumpkin and cooler fall weather that can’t get here fast enough. And speaking of… more»
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Rare Buggy: 1964 Volkswagen Concept 1 Dune Buggy
Dune Buggies reached the peak of their power in the 1960s, largely driven by the success of the Meyers Manx. Several other manufacturers produced their own versions, and Allied Industries soon joined the party with the Concept 1. It… more»
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Syncro Rarity: 1991 Golf Country 4WD
There was a period of time in the late 1980s and early 1990s when automobile manufacturers seemed particularly adventurous. We just featured a Corvette ZR-1, the so-called King of the Hill, which was a bonkers performance car built to… more»
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Ranch Truck: 1959 Volkswagen Single Cab
The thing about patina is it can’t be faked – it has to be earned. And while some car flippers may claim otherwise, rust does not equal patina; it simply means the car has been in the elements, unprotected,… more»
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Drop-Top Bug: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle, Bug) was the world’s most-produced automobile. From 1938 to 2003, the air-cooled version saw 21.5 million copies built and sold all over the world. Seen less often than the little coupe is the… more»
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One Owner: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
If you have been searching for a Volkswagen Beetle to add to your collection, there are many reasons why this 1969 example deserves a close look. It is a one-owner survivor that has spent the cold months stored in… more»
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True Barn Find: 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
The Karmann Ghia was the sports car equivalent of the Volkswagen Beetle. It was only the second auto to be produced by VW and had a 20-year run from 1955 to 1974 (1957-74 for convertibles). Designated the Type 14… more»
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Would You Drive It? 1963 Volkswagen Space Buggy
Barn Finder Santa spotted this 1963 Volkswagen “Moon Buggy,” describing it as “just plain weird.” That seems like a fair assessment considering its styling, although we could also use the word “unique” if we wish to be diplomatic. It… more»
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3,000 Original Miles: 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco GTI
There are legions of cool cars that never made it to the United States, and if you split those hairs even further, you can find variants of vehicles that most of us didn’t even know existed. The GTI name… more»
BF Classified: 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Volkswagen Beetles are famous for being simple, approachable classics, but many affordable examples hide rotten floors. This 1974 Super Beetle offers a more encouraging starting point. It reportedly runs well, retains rust-free original floor pans, and comes with nearly… more»
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Corvair Powered: 1972 Volkswagen Short Bus
Custom builds are typically designed to stand out in a crowd, and this 1972 Volkswagen Short Bus ticks that box. It appears its creator performed the work to a high standard, and the Corvair motor transplant should provide a… more»
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Acapulco Edition: 1974 Volkswagen Thing
Oftentimes, you’ll hear me griping about the fact that lawyers and bean counters have sucked the creativity out of the automotive industry. Designers don’t take chances and product managers are afraid to upset the CFO. Hence, we have a… more»
