Built not bought – the meaning behind the mantra
The debate about whether it’s best to buy or build continues to rumble through the VW scene, but what’s at the core of the arguments for and against?
Author: andyvwh
Built not bought – the meaning behind the mantra
Mk1 Golf GTI about to boom?
With classic cars of all descriptions seeing a massive increase in interest, research reveals that while growth at the top end is slowing, with rarity and silly values making them unobtainable to most, its the seventies and eighties classics that are about to witness an explosion in interest…
Campers make kids happier and healthier!
It’s official. Taking your kids on a camping holiday makes them happier, healthier and do better at school according to new research…
Was this the most exotic VW ever?
When VW wanted a car to push the boundaries and compete against the likes of Ferrari and other iconic sportscar makers, a collaboration with Porsche was the obvious way to go. They’d done it previously to a limited amount of success with the 914/6, but the svelte prototype that appeared at the Turin motor show … Continued
The history of water cooled VW engines
The Volkswagen K70 arrived on the scene in 1970 and it marked the dawn of the front engined, watercooled VW. (Although its engine was an evolution of an NSU motor, and a bit of an anomoly in this story.) We decided to take a look back through history to try and trace the roots of … Continued
Paul Newman’s legendary V8 'Indy VW' Bug
Dropping a V8 in the back of a VW Beetle’s nothing new, but when we tell you it’s been done to a Karmann convertible owned by Hollywood legend Paul Newman, then the whole project transcends into another level of coolness…
VW Aircooled Engine summer survival guide
While we bask in the summer sun and drive our beloved Aircooled VWs -windows down and radio up; spare a thought for your engine slaving away behind you. Here’s a few tips to help your VW aircooled engine survive summer!Air Cooled? Well, yes, your engine certainly doesn’t have any water in it; but it … Continued
Catalytic converters: making them last longer
Catalytic converters were fitted to all cars from 1992, so that includes a fair few collectable modern Dubs, but their function – and faults – remain something of a dark art for many. Here’s how they work, some essential tips on how to make yours last longer – and what you can do if you’re … Continued
VW Heritage guide to budget VW Mk2 Golf modifications
The Mk2 Golf is a bona fide legend and a rapidly appreciating everyday classic. But of course there’s lots you can do to make it even better. Here’s a guide to some of the best budget upgrades…
Bad Camberg Show Report
A few of our team really enjoy the vintage side of the Volkswagen scene; sales manager Nick, and James who is our website content manager both took trips over to Germany a week or two back. Here’s how they found Bad Camberg 2015.