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»
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28K Original Miles: 1996 Volkswagen Golf
When I was 16, my vehicle of choice was a MK3, or third-generation, Volkswagen Jetta. After seemingly seeing this era of economy sedan on the road for years, it has all but disappeared. I suspect this is due to… more»
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38k Original Miles: 1960 Volkswagen Beetle
Automotive history is littered with cars that changed the face of motoring, from the Ford Model T to the Mustang. However, the Volkswagen Beetle stands out because over twenty-one million of these little classics prowled the planet’s roads by… more»
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Affordable Drop-Top Project: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Finding an affordable project candidate can be challenging, especially if the car of your dreams is desirable. That makes this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible worth more than a passing glance. It has sat for years but is complete, and… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
One-family owned cars are very hard to find to these days, but especially so when you look at vehicles from the 60s and beyond. There’s a sentiment out there that long-term ownership in one family indicates a particular love… more»
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Clean and Original Camper: 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia
The market for camper vans of any kind has definitely seen an adjustment in recent years as people have returned to normalcy and the expectation of employers seeing you in the office has risen. There was a time when… more»
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Freshly Restored: 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
Volkswagen had a quirky, charming, we-follow-our-own-set-of-rules image for many, many years. And their groundbreaking “Think Small” advertising campaign still looks fresh today. To thwart growing competition in the economy car field as the 70’s decade dawned, Volkswagen decided to… more»
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Mild Rod: 1970 Volkswagen Squareback
Who among us has owned a VW Squareback? Mine was an orange ’72 with a strong engine, rot in the heater vents, and one of the least precise gearshifts ever. I loved that car, but my secretary’s son loved… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Volkswagen Beetle
It is sometimes challenging to determine whether a particular classic is desirable and ticks the boxes for potential buyers, but this 1971 Volkswagen Beetle leaves no such doubts. It has already received an impressive sixty-five bids, signaling that people… more»
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One Family Owned: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
The question that invariably sparks debate is: What was the most important car of the 20th Century? The Ford Model T is an obvious choice because, at one point, 50% of the cars plying the world’s roads were Model… more»
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Oval Window Yard Find: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) was conceived in the 1930s but didn’t see significant production until after World War II. The Beetle paved the way for the imports invading the U.S. market from the 1960s-forward. For… more»
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More Info Required: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
I have never understood why a seller would list a classic as desirable as this 1966 Volkswagen Beetle and then shortchange themselves by providing a lack of information about its history and mechanical health. Therefore, we are left with… more»
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South-American VW – 1979 Volkswagen Brasília
It would take a keen eye for most Americans to identify this two-door as a VW. This 1979 Volkswagen Brasília in Currie, North Carolina began life in the South American nation of Brazil as a replacement for the popular… more»
BF Exclusive: 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug”
Popular Mechanics has long been a source of excellent DIY projects, and the magazine typically offers comprehensive instructions and material lists for those with a sense of adventure. This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug” is one example of… more»
