The success of the Karmann Ghia formula prompted Volkswagen to do it again with the Type 34 Karmann Ghia, based on the Type 3, which broke cover in 1961. It only lasted until 1969 but along the way there were some ultra cool looking prototypes, including a gorgeous fastback model which will be making a rare … Continued
We love this show; having attended since we started stocking watercooled parts over 6 years ago. However something was different this year, and perhaps it represents a change in the scene as a whole.
We’re counting down to the arrival on these shores of three of the most unique VWs ever produced – namely three Karmann Ghia prototypes – which will be making a star appearance at the Volksworld Show this 28-29 March
We’ve all rejoiced recent fuel price drops, but things were very different during World War 2, when petrol was in short supply and most was allocated to the military effort. In Germany it lead to the creation of some mad-looking but totally innovative Volkswagens, some of which we reckon could even make a comeback if … Continued
Forget the usual twin-carb kits, wild cam conversions and big-valve heads – there’s a totally radical school of thought that reckons taking the engine from an aircraft or helicopter and plonking it onto the back of a car is the only way to go when it comes to performance upgrades. Here’s a few whacky jet-engined … Continued
A blog entry a while ago about water-loving VWs (here) prompted Matthew Browning to contact us regarding his grandfather, Herbert Amor, who worked for VW in the Sixties and Seventies and was involved in the development of the Golf. Sadly, he passed away before Matthew could quiz him on the precise details, but he did uncover some … Continued
Next Christmas, when you get all festive again and start singing ‘Good King Wenceslas’, spare a thought for the subject of this popular carol. Because, if a recent trip to Prague by VW Heritage boss David Ward is anything to go by, the good old king may have provided Volkswagen with the idea for its iconic VW emblem. … Continued
If you’ve got £70,000-£80,000 kicking around (it’s estimated sale price) then clear a space in your diary for the 21st/22nd of February and get yourself down to Stoneleigh Park near Coventry for the auction of this early, ultra rare right-hand drive factory Samba…
It is with great excitement that we announce a number of Karmann prototype vehicles to be exhibited at the 2015 Volksworld show, all thanks to our partnership with VW Classic Parts.
In between quaffing sherry, feeding yourself and visiting relatives, if you find yourself at a loose end today, resist turning on the telly and catch up with a few VW-related jobs instead. Here’s some easily pick up and put downable stuff you can do while still enjoying the Christmas spirit…
