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»
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Corvair-Powered Pickup: 1963 Volkswagen Single Cab
A few years ago, an unrestored Volkswagen Type 2 of any variety would trigger a possible feeding frenzy among air-cooled VW enthusiasts. These days, the response seems far more muted. Personally, I’ve always thought the Type 2 pickup would… more»
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Parts Included: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle Project
The Volkswagen Beetle has always been one of the friendliest classics to restore, thanks to simple mechanicals, huge parts support, and a devoted enthusiast following. This 1969 Volkswagen Beetle looks like a solid opportunity for someone who wants a… more»
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Package Deal: Trio of Volkswagen Things
The VW Thing or Type 181 was originally developed in the 1960s for use by the West German military, but also found its way into civilian consumption in the 1970s. Dubbed the “Thing” for the U.S. market, about 25,000… more»
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Originality Abounds! 1960 Volkswagen Type I
I’m usually on the fence regarding the coverage of a Volkswagen Type I (Beetle). There’s not much more that can be said about the iconic German compact that hasn’t already been said. Regardless, this 1960 example from Monroeville, New… more»
