With sterling at an eight-year high against the Euro, now’s the time to import a classic Dub from the Continent. But you need to know what you are doing before traversing the channel…
Former VW design guru Gunhild Liljequist, who was the inspiration behind the iconic tartan GTi fabric and various other neat design touches, like the clever golf ball gearknob, is to make a special visit to this weekend’s Volksworld Show – and you can get a rare chance to meet her if you come to the VW Heritage stand…
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
Having finished the restoration of his 1958 rag top Beetle and 1966 Type 3 Fastback, we knew it wouldn’t be long before regular VW Heritage customer Ross Clarke found another project… Having missed out a gorgeous Porsche 356 which just needed ‘tidying’, he’s ended up with an altogether more challenging new addition to his classic … Continued
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
Having the right insurance cover if the worst happens is crucial if you want to ensure you get back what your classic VW is really worth. That’s why ‘Agreed Value’ policies exist. But how do they work – and crucially, why is it so important for classic VW owners to ensure their valuation is up to … Continued
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
The very last Beetle Cabriolet rolled off Karmann’s Osnabrück production line on 10 January 1980, so even the youngest one is now over 35 years old. So what’s the chance of finding one that’s in virtually ‘as new’ condition? Well, here’s an example that comes as close as you are likely to get…
If you’re planning a possibly very chilly early spring weekend away, then check out this ultra rare T25 camper that’s just come up for sale…
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
