Vintage VW owners and the stories behind their vintage pride and joy.
Category: VW Stories
Laura & Greg Klausner’s L456 Ruby Red ’67 Beetle
In 1967 while living in NY, my dad bought a new ruby red Beetle convertible. We moved from NY to Los Angeles in 1972 where my dad drove his bug daily, commuting over 30 miles …
Eric Shoemaker’s Vintage VW Story
Hello, friends! We have some very exciting news to share. The story of our family’s beloved ’67 Beetle and how Lane Russell came to fruition has been featured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. Please check …
L633 VW Blue ’67 Beetle Rescue
Talking with Matt last night over in Austin, TX; him and the boys at VW life rescued a L633 VW Blue ’67 named, “Ol Spot.” The car had been sitting parked since 1980. These are …
Chris Colby’s L633 VW Blue ’67 Beetle
In early 1996, as a 15 year old high school student in West Michigan, I could not wait to get my driver’s license and my first vehicle. In fact, I despised riding the school bus …
Frank R. Shoemaker Sr.
I’d like to pause for a moment and mention; today is exactly one year since I lost my beloved Grandpa. I spent time with him just a few hours before he passed. In fact, I …