Marketing Memories: VW’s 1964 Talking Beetle Known as ‘Max’
Back in 2008, Volkswagen rolled out a quirky run of commercials with a very unique spokesperson: a 1964 Beetle known as ‘Max’. The marketing campaign was put together by advertising…
Volkswagen
A Dad’s Type 3 Is Just The Ticket To Rekindle Fond Family Memories
Lynn Pfenning has many special memories with the 1967 Volkswagen Type 3 that his dad, Marvin, bought new. None of them would have happened if it hadn’t have been for…
An Original Owner Builds One Sweet Meyers Manx Buggy
During the summer of 1968, Tom Baker had his motoring life changed forever – and all because of date night. He and his girlfriend, Donna, were heading on a little…
My Favorite Feature on this 1959 VW Transporter Truck is Definitely Not What You Think
Some see this classic hauler and only focus on the flip down bedsides. But don’t overlook that wild trick have you overlooking one of its cutest touches.
Sportscars
Driving Justice: The ‘Outlaw’ 356A Speedster That Took Down Thieves
Steve Raucher’s dad, Bob, was a huge Porsche 356 enthusiast. In 1965, he bought a silver 356 SC coupe new right from the factory. Naturally, he’s loved them ever since.…
You Can Stop Wondering, Here’s Exactly What’s Under the Cargo Doors in a 1982 Chevy Corvette
More and more, I’m seeing C3 Corvettes. These are the Chevy icons produced from 1967 all the way through 1982. The two-seaters are gaining in popularity so naturally, they’re popping…
Mopar
Drive It or Show It? How One Car Collector Says ‘Yes’ to Both
“It’s too nice to drive.” You hear this a lot from the car show camp. No wonder: they’ve spent tens of thousands of dollars on their car’s paint alone, and…
Testing Is ‘Starting Soon’ on the Challenger Drag Pak
Between Hellcats and Demons, Redeyes and R/Ts, Dodge wasn’t lacking for another high-performance Challenger. That didn’t stop the brand from unveiling the 2020 Challenger Drag Pak at last year’s SEMA…
Vans
No One Wanted This Cute Carrier When It Was New
In spite of the charming looks, this 1958 Goggomobil Transporter TL sadly sat on a dealer lot when it was new. The adorable auto was made by German company, Goggomobiile,…
It’s Electric! Zelectric’s ’64 VW Bus Boogies Thousands of Miles
David Benardo is a true believer that classics are enjoyed more when they’re being driven. He’s not just blowing smoke. He’s racked up over ten thousand miles in his gorgeous…