Volkswagen
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
Porsche Powered: VW/Porsche T3 B32 Caravelle
We talk about the concept of “factory hot rods” every now and again, such as with this recent Ford Taurus SHO entry. One of the ways the waters tend to get muddied is when a vehicle is modified so… more»
Cheap And Running: 1980 Bradley GT
The Bradley GT is one of the more widely known kit cars, and there seems to still be quite a few of them out there. These were back from the good old days when a VW donor chassis was… more»
Cheap Project: 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Volkswagen built its success and considerable wealth from the extraordinary sales of its humble Beetle. However, management viewed a halo model as a desirable addition to its range as early as 1950. Three companies eventually collaborated to deliver the… more»
