Volkswagen

Aug 31, 2024  •  For Sale  •  7 Comments

Pair Of Oval Window Volkswagen Beetles

Designed before World War II, the VW Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) didn’t get into serious production until the late 1940s. It would become one of the world’s most-produced automobiles – more than 21 million copies through the… more»

Aug 25, 2024  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Subaru-Swapped: 1989 VW Westie Vanagon

This very clean and well-sorted 1989 Volkswagen Westfalia Vanagon is up for auction on eBay. When writing, the bidding was just over $12,000 with no reserve. The renowned Buslab shop in Berkeley, CA, sorted out this lunchbox, installing upgraded… more»

Aug 23, 2024  •  For Sale  •  21 Comments

Only 10k Miles? 1974 Volkswagen Beetle

The VW Beetle, aka Type 1, was built between 1938 and 2003. It would become the most-produced automobile on the planet on the same platform. The total was 21.5 million units, but most of them have long since gone… more»

Aug 20, 2024  •  For Sale  •  22 Comments

Survivor-Quality Beetle: 1959 Volkswagen Type 1

The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) is one of the most-produced cars in history. From the post-World War II era into the early 21st Century, some 23 million of them were built. The automobile is credited with… more»

Aug 14, 2024  •  For Sale  •  11 Comments

Parked 41 Years: 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

It says a lot about my aspirations that I’ve bought several Volkswagen repair manuals under the assumption that I’ll eventually buy one just to work on it. The VW I’d have in mind is an early-’70s Beetle or, in… more»

Aug 12, 2024  •  For Sale  •  5 Comments

Boutique Edition: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet

The Cabriolet was the convertible adaptation of the Volkswagen Golf subcompact. It was built between 1979 and 2002, with the first generation enjoying a 15-year run. The seller has a 1990 Boutique Edition, meaning it was the top trim… more»

Aug 6, 2024  •  For Sale  •  9 Comments

No Reserve: 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle Project

Choosing the best candidate for a project build can be challenging, but there are a lot of reasons to like this 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle. It is a one-owner dry-climate survivor that is ideal for enthusiasts who prefer a… more»

Jul 25, 2024  •  Auctions  •  11 Comments

BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

This 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle is a solid classic in sound mechanical health. The owner admits it requires TLC, but the engineering and construction techniques employed by Volkswagen mean that a competent person could tackle many of the tasks… more»

Jul 23, 2024  •  For Sale  •  7 Comments

Surf Mods: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

We normally shy away from modified vehicles, but every once in a while, we run across something that actually has character and deserves a mention. The seller of this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia claims that it has some “California… more»

Jul 23, 2024  •  For Sale  •  11 Comments

Oval Window Barn Find: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle

The VW Type 1 (or Beetle or Bug) is one of the most produced automobiles of all time. Between 1938 and 2003, worldwide production reached 21.5 million units. It takes a real Beetle expert to tell most Bugs from… more»

Jun 28, 2024  •  Auctions  •  16 Comments

BF Auction: 1973 Volkswagen Transporter Westfalia

There are many ways you can escape daily life’s hustle and bustle. Some choose to camp in the great outdoors in a tent, while others seek five-star luxury. This 1973 Volkswagen Westfalia represents an excellent compromise. This beautifully preserved… more»

Jun 27, 2024  •  For Sale  •  17 Comments

Convert It Back? 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

Volkswagen introduced the Super Beetle in 1971 to give dealers more choices for U.S. buyers. The Super Beetle varied from the standard Beetle by its curved windshield, larger luggage space, and McPherson front strut suspension. But none of them… more»

Jun 21, 2024  •  For Sale  •  20 Comments

Competition Motors Tribute: 1963 Volkswagen Type 2 Pickup

This Volkswagen Type 2 pickup has seen a lot of restoration work already, including a rebuilt engine, a new clutch, and a front disc brake conversion. Its sheet metal is said to be all original. It’s a handsome tribute… more»

Jun 20, 2024  •  For Sale  •  15 Comments

Recent Repaint: 1973 Volkswagen Thing

I read an interview with an executive from the automotive industry who stated that one of the most challenging aspects of vehicle development is devising a name for the new model destined for the showroom floor. Invoking an emotional… more»

Jun 18, 2024  •  For Sale  •  20 Comments

Fresh Paint: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen built its entire empire off the back of the sales success of the humble Beetle. It is hard to fathom how a company that produced what many believe to be the ultimate people’s car could rubberstamp the production… more»

Jun 15, 2024  •  Auctions  •  24 Comments

Unmolested Sunroofed Bug: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

When I was ten, my dad purchased a new Ruby Red 1965 VW Beetle from Crater Motor Company in Petersburg, Virginia. (Civil War buffs will know why the dealer chose that particular name.) Even though my dad served in… more»

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