As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here in Part I; here in Part II; and… more»
Volkswagen
May 9, 2019 • For Sale • 53 Comments
15k-Miles! 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
Our air-cooled aficionados will want to look at this car! This beautiful 1965 Beetle reportedly has only 15,000 original miles, and is available for sale here on eBay right now, in Asbury, New Jersey. Seriously, look at this thing!
May 9, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Junkyard Preservation: Kellison Sandpiper
As a frequent visitor to junkyards, I’m no stranger to the sight of potentially salvageable classic vehicles parked on top of loading containers or buses. What is less typical is to actually see those vehicles removed from their perch… more»
May 5, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
What Color Would You Choose! 1971 Vokaro
This rather unusual kit car find was sent in by none other than frequent finder Rocco G. and we thank him for his continued submissions! This 1971 (perhaps that’s the chassis age) Vokaro is advertised here on craigslist for… more»
May 2, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Time To Haggle: 1974 VW Super Beetle
While it might look a bit crusty and dusty, this 1974 VW Super Beetle may represent a really good restoration project. However, this will ultimately depend on the price that the owner is willing to accept for the car…. more»
May 2, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Unwashed Project: 1969 VW Karmann Ghia
This is the sort of Barn Find that some of you are really going to love. The owner of this 1969 Karmann Ghia has had it for 5-years and has decided that the time has come to part with… more»
Apr 22, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Ragtop Oval: 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
Since the listing says nothing about a repaint, I have to believe this is at least a partially original oval window Volkswagen Beetle. It looks too good to be true, but given bidding is over $15K with several days… more»
Apr 17, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Farm Find Single Cab: 1957 Volkswagen Pickup
While I undoubtedly adore my 1981 Toyota HiAce project, I secretly wish it was one of the super rare pickup bodies. I know, I know – what’s the fun in that since you can only bring one or two… more»
Apr 16, 2019 • Stories • 10 Comments
Jeff in the Junkyard: Ray Shook’s Garage
Whenever I make a trip to Georgia either for work or to visit my in-laws, I always try to find another salvage yard to visit beyond the one I’m helping to clear out as a Barn Finds Exclusive. This time, I… more»
Apr 15, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Army Green: 1974 VW Thing
When it comes to Volkswagen’s Thing, I really prefer that it look somewhat weather-beaten and tired on the outside. A restored Thing just misses the point, in my opinion, as these vehicles were designed to be left outside and… more»
Apr 14, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Argentinian 21 Window: 1965 VW Bus
This 1965 Volkswagen Bus is one of the more desirable project vehicles out there right now, as folks still seem to be prone to spending crazy money on 21-window Type 2s. This one was imported to the U.S. from… more»
Apr 12, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments
JDM Oval Window: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
When we think of “JDM” vehicles – shorthand for Japanese Domestic Market – we tend to envision Skylines, Integras, and other vehicles that are often illegally imported. This 1956 Volkswagen Beetle – believe it or not, your children probably… more»
Apr 8, 2019 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1987 VW Scirocco 16-Valve For Just $1,000!
We just recently posted about a Volkswagen Scirocco project listed on eBay, and now I have yet another distraction staring me in the face of the two-door water-cooled variety: a 16-valve Scirocco listed for a paltry $1K and close… more»
Apr 8, 2019 • Exclusives • 6 Comments
BF Success Story: Howell Craft VW Dune Buggy
As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here in Part I; here in Part II; and the latest… more»
Apr 7, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
El Beetle: Custom 1962 VW Beetle Pickup
Like the El Camino, this Beetle combines a fun-loving front half with hindquarters that can handle your dirty work. OK – your dirty work would have to be limited to picking up some potted plants, but it will easily… more»
Apr 6, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Easy Restoration: 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco
I spent yesterday afternoon in an old junkyard favorite of mine, a facility that often grabs interesting complete cars that are listed for sale before going into the yard. Next to the building was a 1991 VW Corrado, a… more»
