Given the 1:18 scale model of a rare 1974 VW Thing “Acapulco” edition is selling for $100 on eBay, it should be of little surprise this is a fairly pricey example at nearly $20K. But these island-friendly VWs are… more»
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Dec 12, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Etienne Aigner Edition: 1993 VW Cabriolet
The association of a brand with some sort of designer label is one of the more curious marketing exercises to emerge from the world of automaker and brand collaborations. This 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet is one of just a few… more»
Dec 9, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Clean MK1 Coupe: 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
I remain amazed at how few Volkswagens from the first and second generations are seen anywhere – on the road, in classifieds, or parted out in the junkyard. It’s a mystery to me as to where they all went,… more»
Dec 5, 2018 • Auctions • 51 Comments
1965 VW Kombi Bus in $1,000,000 Stash
Listed here on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $1,000,000, this 1965 Volkswagen Bus in Waterville, Ohio awaits a new owner with deep pockets and dreams of finishing it properly. Before you mock the asking price it’s… more»
Nov 29, 2018 • For Sale • 72 Comments
American Picker’s 1962 Volkswagen Bus
This 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 Vanagon has featured in a number of magazines alongside its current owner. That owner is Mike Wolfe, of “American Pickers” fame. Mike has decided to part with the vehicle, so you will find the… more»
Nov 21, 2018 • Auctions • 12 Comments
Nice Wheels: 1988 Volkswagen Polo
It’s always interesting to see what happens to cars after they’re listed on Barn Finds; in the case of this 1988 Volkswagen Polo, it doesn’t look like a whole lot has changed! Since it was previously written up here… more»
Nov 19, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Final Year Caddy: 1983 VW Rabbit Pickup
This clean 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup is a nicely preserved final-year model that has some tasteful OEM upgrades. Known as the Caddy overseas, these little workhorses were built to give pickup shoppers a fuel sipping option in an era… more»
Nov 17, 2018 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Welders Welcome: 1967 VW Bus
The listing for this rusty 1967 Volkswagen Bus is quite short, with just one picture and the seller clearly not interested in getting best offers or really any questions about the Type 2’s history or condition. To be fair,… more»
Nov 15, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Worthy Project: 1974 VW Karmann Ghia Convertible
The Karmann Ghia Convertible (or Cabriolet) was produced between 1957 and 1974. That makes our feature car among the last produced. This one will require a complete restoration, but it doesn’t appear to be a lost cause. You will… more»
Nov 15, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Stuck In The Hut: 1967 VW Split Window Bus
To find a project hiding in your backyard – where you’ve “forgotten” about it for the last few years – just isn’t the same as stumbling upon it for the first time. But we’ll cut the seller some sack,… more»
Nov 14, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Desirable Bullet Nose: 1959 VW Single Cab
This 1959 VW Single-Cab pickup seems like a very good deal to me, unless I’m completely missing some egregious fault. It’s an early model with those sweet bullet-style turn signals (hence, “bullet nose”) and the rare pickup bed for… more»
Nov 11, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Hot Hatch: 1981 Volkswagen Golf GTI
There were a number of cars that preceded the Golf GTI to launch the trend of the Hot Hatch, but the Golf is the car that is acknowledged as the car that defined the term. Barn Finder Drew Z… more»
Nov 7, 2018 • Exclusives For Sale • 35 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Kelmark GT Kit Car
Update – We’ve lowered the price on this Kelmart to $3,500 or best offer. Be sure to send me a message via the form below if you are interested in it! As some of you likely know, I am… more»
Nov 6, 2018 • Exclusives • 9 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1958 VW Karmann Ghia Convertible Pair
Update – Chris has decided to offer his Ghias separately. He’s asking $15,000 or best offer for the mostly complete primer car and $5,000 firm for the cream color car. If you’d like to buy one or make an… more»
Nov 6, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Fiberglass Fun: 1970 Meyers Manx SR
Bruce Meyers kicked off a craze in 1964 with his Volkswagen-based Meyers Manx dune buggy; here was a low-cost, easy-to-build, fun, lightweight beach car to perfectly embody the Southern California surf scene that’s always captured the American imagination. His… more»
Nov 2, 2018 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Cabriolet Project: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle
Historically, one of the least expensive ways to get into a classic car was to purchase an old VW Beetle. Bargain Beetles have become hard to find now, but you might feel this is one listed here on eBay. The… more»
