While a number of cars, including the Toyota Corolla, have sold in greater overall numbers than the Volkswagen Beetle, the Beetle remains the daddy of them all. With over 21,500,000 cars built during its 65-year production run, it holds… more»
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May 14, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Clean Caddy: 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup
I keep coming back to potentially needing a MK1 or MK2 Volkswagen in my life. Really, I need to own something powered by the DOHC 16V engine that lived under the hood of Sciroccos and GTIs, but the diesel-powered… more»
May 13, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Massive VW Stash: The Volkyland Collection
A huge collection of air-cooled Volkswagens has gone up for sale in Puerto Rico, representing one individual’s fascination with virtually every kind of vintage VW ever made. The seller has partnered with a U.S.-based expert on antique Volkswagens to… more»
May 11, 2019 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Original Paint Samba: 21-Window VW Bus
I actually spent this morning crawling around a Bay Window Westfalia, hoping to figure out how to remove the sink and storagr cubbies inside. I was not successful, but it looked about the same inside as this 21-window Bus… more»
May 11, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
MK2 Survivor! 1985 Volkswagen Jetta with 18,600 Miles
In 1985, Volkswagen introduced the Mark 2 platform of the Jetta compact vehicle to the United States, offering it as a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan. Most of the vehicles have either succumbed to rust, modifications, or various… more»
May 9, 2019 • Exclusives • 9 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Round Four at the Georgia Collection
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»
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»
