Believe it or not, the history of pin-up models dates back to the late 1800s.
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I’m always on the search for new (to me) products for my Vanagon. I tend to go outside the normal suppliers and manufacturers to see if there are any not so recognizable independent shops that are launching products.
That’s when I happened upon Space Roofs. I didn’t know they’ve been around for 20 years.
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If you’re going to sell your classic car there are some things to know before you list it. These are things I learned working directly with classic car dealerships and restoration shops.
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My picks for the 5 Best Videos for Vanagon Enthusiasts are purely subjective. These are not necessarily going to resonate with your tastes, or level of understanding about the platform. But what I think we might agree on is there are enough good videos on the subject to create a useful post.
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The man who could be President walked into my house without so much as a knock on the door. I don’t know what I was expecting, but Dan Gurney stood in my living room before I could get out of my chair to greet him.
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What’s your workspace look like? Here’s what I see every day. It’s a 42- by 42-inch oil painting of a VW Split Window.
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If your once beautiful driveway looks like a scene from the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill maybe it’s time to pinpoint the source of those leaks. Vanagons (like British cars) are notorious leakers. I’ll attempt to point out the 7 common areas that you should check if you’re experiencing similar issues. It’s not only oil, but coolant and transmission fluid too. Obviously, I might miss an area or two, so just comment below and I’ll address it.
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Automotive journalism is a great career if you have the chops to do the work. There is a need for high-caliber writers, photographers, and editors that can cover the automotive industry, but you must be prepared to start at the ground level and work your way up the ladder.
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Looking back to the first time I experienced a manual transmission was laughable. I stalled it more than drove it. Finally I got the hang of it.
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Is the Vanagon the next big thing? Yes, especially if you track the growing community of owners. Like the stock market, the prices for a used Vanagon are constantly fluctuating. Be prepared if you are thinking of selling or buying one.
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Is the hobby of collecting rare or exclusive auto-related things a curse or a blessing? I think the answer lies somewhere in between.
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The auto trans on the T3 Vanagon is a beast. It can run flawlessly for 250,000 miles. Problems arise when it begins to leak ATF or gear oil. I’m in the middle of the research but here’s a quick overview for those interested.
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Vanagons with power door locks are prone to failure due to bad wiring, blown fuses and water damage. It happened to me.
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The Vanagon community is huge, and there is an endless data bank of information about this classic van. But where do you start? Find out now!
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Volkswagen made my particular Vanagon GL popup camper in 1986. It was a first-class ride in the ‘80s, when freeway speeds were safely under 65 miles-per-hour. The population was about 1/10th of where it is today.
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To get the best fuel economy you can out of a Type 2 T3 you can do a little bit of work, starting with the engine.
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5 Embarrassing Lessons About Vanagons is a must-read for those considering purchasing one.
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Rust is not your friend. Stomp it out and never let it come back to destroy your classic Vanagon. This story follows rust removal from start to finish.
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