In recent years, my opinion on some replicas has softened quite a bit from the day and age where I scoffed at nearly all of them. The Porsche 356 and 550 replicas have done a particularly good job of… more»
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BF Auction: 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle
You’ve probably heard of or seen a Porsche-powered VW Beetle. You might have even come across a Subaru-powered Porsche. But how about a Subaru-powered Super Beetle? As great as the air-cooled Volkswagen and Porsche engines are, a more modern… more»
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Brazilian Rarity: 1977 VW Bianco S Project
If you’re deep in the VW world, you may have heard of Toni Bianco—a Brazilian designer who built a limited run of sporty, fiberglass-bodied coupes based on the Volkswagen Beetle. This one, a 1977 Bianco S, is one of… more»
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Rare Slegato Edition: 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco
While I consider myself fairly well-versed on German makes and models, there’s always something out there you’ve never heard of. But consider me surprised to learn about this special edition Volkswagen Scirocco, made even more surprising considering I owned… more»
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Garage Find: 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
The ubiquitous Volkswagen Beetle is another one of those cars that is eminently available, which can work against sellers hoping for a quick transaction. There’s always a car out there, maybe even in your neighborhood, so there’s little sense… more»
BF Success Story: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
We recently received a message from BF Auctions Alumni Tom B, also known as RedBaran, about his 1966 Volkswagen Beetle, which he won in September 2024. Reading his message put a massive smile on my face, so I just had to… more»
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Rare Single Cab Pickup: 1967 VW Transporter
The Volkswagen Type 2 was offered in a variety of configurations, and while the pop-top camper gets all the glory, the pickup and cargo vans – the utility vehicles, for all intents and purposes – are increasingly sought after…. more»
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34k Miles? 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
We seem to run across quite a few interesting VW Beetles here at Barn Finds, from well-preserved survivors to wild customs, and just about everything in between. However, Karmann Ghia sightings are less frequent, and our thanks go out… more»
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One-of-a-Kind Custom: 1973 Volkswagen Beetle
During the second half of the 20th Century, you couldn’t go a mile without seeing a Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle). That’s because 21.5 million copies of the quirky “Bug” were built and sold between 1945 and 2003. But,… more»
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No Reserve! 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
The collectability of Beetles varies widely. Cars made in the 1950s, especially those with oval or split windows are prized. Immediate post-war examples have carved out a special niche – if you can find one. The ’60s cars have… more»
BF Exclusive: 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! Be sure to take another look and make them an offer. The original Volkswagen Beetle was incredibly popular for a reason: it’s simple and gets the job done, but that… more»
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Dual Treasure Chest: 1962 Volkswagen Single Cab
The term “dual treasure chest” may not hold much relevance outside of industries that chase pirate booty, but in the Volkswagen world, it’s a big deal when it comes to old pickup trucks. This 1962 Volkswagen Single Cab pickup… more»
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16V Swap: 1984 Volkswagen GTI
The Volkswagen GTI is a classic example of the much-loved hot hatch. These days, you might be surprised to see that prices have ticked upwards for sound examples, as it has become near impossible to find good, clean cars…. more»
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The Other GTI: 1987 Puma GTE Coupe
It’s important to never get too excited over a swoopy body and sports-like details, as there may be an underwhelming powerplant involved. While you could argue that’s the case in a car like this Puma GTE Coupe, an exception… more»
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BF Auction: 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup LX Diesel
PENDING! Known by many in Europe and elsewhere as the Volkswagen Caddy, although not until 1982, this model was known as the Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup in North America. Whatever it’s called, they’re rarely seen in the wild anymore, and… more»
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Zero Rust: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
Although it doesn’t enjoy a reputation for dissolving like a soluble Aspirin, the Volkswagen Beetle could develop rust issues. However, this 1965 example has avoided such problems. It is a two-owner classic that has been garaged for most of… more»
