There is something about these cars that I can't help but smile every time I see one, I mean seriously, they ain't exactly a fancy sports car or something like that, but something... *SOMETHING* in them makes me happy.

@fishyfishy3140

5 жыл бұрын

ROAD TRIP! Reminds me of herbie, that’s what makes me like it

@JoseRodriguez-qc5jr

4 жыл бұрын

ROAD TRIP! They take where you want to go !!!

@mcshawnboy

3 жыл бұрын

I wasn't the 1st owner nor do I know what number I was to a 1971 AutoStick VW Beetle and I saw so many people smiling and waving as well as a regular supply of horn beeps as a sign of enjoyment. My car was in need of extensive floor & heater channel/boxes coming out of Nordic nation's were one's of good heat and durability Vs Mexico, Central & South America's not as resilient to deterioration in places where snow is common. Hagerty never disappoints in classic car restoration video!

@charlieburrows0827

9 ай бұрын

Same here reminds me of herbie the love bug

@RCAvhstape

8 ай бұрын

Part of it is Herbie, part of it is just the design. So many cars are designed to look tough or angry, the Beetle was designed to look cheerful. The bumper and headlights look like a happy smiley face.

Boy I haven’t driven one in over 42 years! My brother used to own one in the 70s! And that’s the car I first learned how to drive. Every time I see one, it brings me fond memories!👌😎👍

Here in the Philippines we call it Bao (turtle). Kids and teens salute when a beatle passes by. If one fails to salute, they donk on that kids head. It's a fun car.

@elihubelocura6884

6 жыл бұрын

Bon Bon this is true men .. thats how we roll here in cebu part of phils .. funny right? hahaha

@namaske2594

6 жыл бұрын

You sure? Cause here in manila, all of them laugh because of how "small" they look compared to other cars

@gentasepriandi999

4 жыл бұрын

In indonesia we called it frog( kodok)

@dearmingsacayanan

4 жыл бұрын

@@gentasepriandi999 yes if it is in color green it looks like a frog too.

I used Hagerty to buy my '78 VW convertible. They were very helpful. A vintage VW is a good first classic car because parts are still widely available and they are fairly simple cars...not much can go wrong with them. When you have a classic car, you get to meet so many interesting people who are interested in your car and most people who like old cars are very nice people. Just about everyone says "oh I used to have one back in the 60s/70s....and I wish I would have never sold it.". The car makes everyone happy.

Im 65 and recently retired. I found myself needing a project, so I just bought my 1st bug 3 weeks ago. Im tickled pink whenever I drive it. It's just fun. The car needs a little work here and there but I have all the time in the world to get back looking showroom new.

Beautiful car! Heat in mine works very well. Sometimes I've gotten too warm and have opened the window in the winter.

@mrapachechevyboyapache138

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah ok

@doloresberry3144

3 жыл бұрын

I've heard the heat works so well it can melt stuff in the back seat, the front heating ain't great tho

@THolzAquariums

3 жыл бұрын

@@doloresberry3144 Actually as long as the heater channels are in good condition the heat in the front works very well. It takes a little while to heat up and the faster you drive the more heat you get.

@doloresberry3144

3 жыл бұрын

@@THolzAquariums ah ok, I've never actually owned one but always loved them since I was a wee lad, thinking of getting one soon!

@THolzAquariums

3 жыл бұрын

@@doloresberry3144 Get one !! You’ll be glad you did. They are fun little cars.

I learned how to drive in a '71 Beetle at the age of 14. On German roads. In 1976. With a pillow on the seat. My father said: "Don't drive too far on the right side of the lane. Aim more to the middle of the lane. Otherwise the other cardrivers or police would think, that i'm a beginner-show no fear- do it." That's impressive! Meanwhile my father is gone. End of story. Now i have to change the battery of a '71 Beetle from my father

Owned several beetles through the 1970s and 1980s. The last one was a 1961 rag top I sold in 1990. What many fail to mention is the maintenance these require if you are going to use one as a daily driver. Every 3,000 miles you have to pull off the valve covers and adjust the valves. While you are at it adjust the points in the distributor and check the timing. If the belt is loose, tighten it. These are not fuel injected and that carburetor needs to be adjusted and dialed in. How is the clutch? Too much travel in the pedal? There is a cable that you can wrench on to tighten it up. When the brake pads wear down jack up the car and pull off the wheel. There is a little star you can turn with a flat head screw driver that brings the shoes closer to the drum. It is not a huge deal, but all this stuff needs to be done routinely for as long as you drive the car. Keep this in mind if you are thinking of buying your first one.

That engine is not a 1200 cc. Due to its dual port intake it is likely a 1600 from a much later year.

Terrific advice on what to look for when buying a vintage Beetle! My wife and I both had Beetles when we got married many years ago. Hers was a '67 and mine was a '70. They ran terrifically and were cheap to own and maintain. At times I wish I could get another vintage Beetle.....I always seem to be keeping my eyes open for one that might come available. Keep up the terrific videos!

@nolanhadden6007

8 жыл бұрын

Go on Hemings there are plenty there. Wish you luck on finding one.

@ElCap1van

7 жыл бұрын

A Davis yes go to germany

@Ingrid0410

7 жыл бұрын

A Davis~ Get a new Beetle! I love mine! 2016...best car I've ever had~

@dungeontv7447

6 жыл бұрын

ingrid Yea the interior of the new ones look practically the same as the old ones with new tech it's really cool

@dlittlester

6 жыл бұрын

I had three beetles over my lifetime. Just happened all were white. The 1967 deluxe was absolutely the best. Could possibly be the best car I've ever owned.

Beautiful bug! I own a 67 1500 single port! And I agree there is absolutely no reason not to own a vw bug. The smiles and conversations these cars stir up going down the road is worth way more then the 3k I paid for it! Can't help but be happy while driving one! I'm 28 years old and appreciate the hell out of the humble, simplistic, all around tuff easy to work on car that doesn't break the bank to restore :)

@Ingrid0410

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ram! Cool~ I absolutely adore my Beetle! Only seen 3 in my city which makes me super cool~ lol Beetle lovers unite

@dlittlester

6 жыл бұрын

As I said above, the '67, I think, was the best year ever. I was a parts manager in a VW dealership for a while.

Bought my first Bug 14 years ago(senior year in High School) and still drive it today!

One thing that wasn't pointed out that has ALWAYS been part of my pre-purchase inspection is to check crankshaft play on the engine. Too much wear and you'll get to see exactly what goes into an aircooled engine. Grab the crankshaft pulley (bottom one) with your hands at the 3 and 9 o'clock position. Now, pull the pulley towards you and then push it away from you. You should have a very small, if almost indistinguishable amount of movement. Any more than that and you have wear. There is a small amount of play that, while is greater than perfect, is still deemed acceptable and not too much to worry about. A lot of play and you'll get to start tearing the engine down to replace parts.

My wife and I both had Beetles when we first got married. Hers was a '67 and mine was a '70. We drove them until we moved to Germany for work, and we bought another one while there. We loved them. They were very dependable, and you're right, they were great in the snow. I really would like to have another one to tinker with and putter around town in.

at 5:47 he turns into kermit the frog XD

@mikaelskarp1422

6 жыл бұрын

i was just going to say the samething Xd

@Sciron

5 жыл бұрын

Lol that’s my counterpart

@cargueone1971

4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha

We own a '68 Type 1. She's got good bones, but needs restoration. Currently in use daily as my commuter to work and back, about 60 miles a day. Thank you for making this video. They're fun to drive, reliable and get good mileage.

1956? I salute you, I got a 1959 great pan and body,paid $25! A great buy

Excellent review. I've owned a '53, '56, and now a '67 beetle. I agree with virtually everything this author states except about the rust; "If you find rust, walk away." You are not going to find a rust-free VW bug that is unrestored. Rust is pervasive, and therefore prevalent. You are wise to document "where" as this will significantly impact your purchase cost & your cost of repairs. I wish I still had my '56 pullback ragtop Salmon PInk...almost identical to this specimen.

In rust we trust

Several things to watch out for on old air-cooled Beetles are the heater boxes on the exhaust manifolds (they are usually rusted and/or stuck in full on or full off position), oil leaks around the valve covers and pushrod tubes, and worn king pins in the front suspension (or ball joints/struts if it is a Super Beetle model).

I know a guy who works at Hagerty's. It sounds like a fun gig. Thanks for the video.

Probably the car that I miss the most from my young adult years. I had a bright yellow '73 Super Beetle. A little bigger. A little more powerful than a standard Beetle. Took the Kentucky hills and snow like it was nothing. Ran well. Sold it when I moved to Florida. I keep telling myself I'll get another one one day.

I would really would love to own one of these for myself, preferably a super beetle though. I love driving manual transmission, and these cars are iconic, so I would really enjoy one of these. Thanks for all the tips of what to look out for when buying one.

I got a 74' beetle and theyre very popular in egypt, europe and brazil i love them❤️

Yes, a few thousand gets you not much of a VW, but they are still inexpensive compared to other classic cars. We have a '71 VW convertible (in great shape) and a '78 Westfalia (in decent shape), both I would never, ever give up. They are not the "classic" VW's, but they are far more fun than any car today. On the '71, we went down for breakfast in Bristol, VT (we live in VT) and a new Lotus parked next to us, the Lotus was ignored, not the beetle. They are cars that are relatively inexpensive to purchase but you do need to make sure you are getting a decent one. Once you know that, parts are, for the most part, plentiful, some are hard to find, and once it's back in good working condition, it doesn't take much money or time to keep it going. Still, no winters, both of ours need to be put away properly and by doing that, they will keep going for another generation.

My father has a 66 Volkswagen Beetle that is tuned up to the point where it goes zero sixty in 4 seconds. The beetle's engine is the most tuneupable beefupable engine ever made.

@snowballcorners

7 жыл бұрын

Zero to sixty in 4 seconds you say, I had a 1970 timed zero to sixty with a calendar.

@Elikers1

6 жыл бұрын

sleeper ?

I have a 1992 vw bug, is my daily drive and it's amazing, my plan is to fully restore and keep it for many years.

Wonderful colour ... and beautifully shot!

I just bought ‘64 Beetle on Bring a Trailer for $17,500 so they have gone up in value. The day after I bought it, Car and Driver magazine awarded it it’s “Bring a Trailer Pick of the Day”! It’s now in a shop in Austin, Flash Drive Motors, for electric conversion.

Imagine listening to Rammstiens du hast in one of these :)

Excellent video. Really enjoyed it

thank you. i love beetles, and am in the market for a decent one. classic beetles.

Magestuoso Vocho!🤩 Gracias Matt Dammon por la reseña! 😁👍

Back in the 60's my dad had a 1963 Beetle. Here in N.E. Ohio the winters can get pretty bad especially with lake effect snow off Lake Erie and I remember it was good in the snow and yes not very warm.

I always love the front the looks like it's lterally smiling

Once in your life! Perfect! Been there done that and thanks for the reminder.

That is an absolutely gorgeous Beetle you've got there :3

Me living in Australia, 1:35 yep that a check on the no rain we’re on day 53.

The hubcap in the spare tire was actually a tool kit, for some years, on the older bugs!

Right now I'm 14 and I've been learning how to drive and I'm planning on buying one when i turn 16, I'm saving up right now so we'll see how it goes

Unos de los mejores autos de todos los tiempos mis respetos👏👏👏

Informative, Nice Neat Presentation, Photography Excellent!

Thanks for this video beautiful car

great video i;ve always wanted one and the wife grew up with one

I grew up with FOUR of these starting in 1956. We would drive to Florida from Pittsburgh every Christmas. We FROZE to death the first 30 minutes before the heater would finally catch up. First two had no fuel gauge and my dad kept meticulous records but still remember once he had to twist a lever to drop the last gallon in when it started too sputter.

...and driving a VW Beetle means kids can still hit each other and yell "SLUG BUG". LOL

@ViolentMLG

7 жыл бұрын

We called them punch buggies.

@jime386

7 жыл бұрын

+Violent.... slow bug is also acceptable

@wolfox712

7 жыл бұрын

talfacprez purchase a yellow one and they'll yell "YELLOW SLUG BUG" if thats even a thing.

@rugmanal

7 жыл бұрын

Wolfox when I was a kid we would give a punch on the arm every time we saw a beetle. I forget what we would yell ,but yes it's a thing.

@DrHeribertHilke

6 жыл бұрын

Hajahajahajahajha

Very good explanation 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

I love the curved bumper bar, it looks like the car is smiling

You should mention that until 1967 the beetle was 6 volt electrics. Headlights were poor. I had a 1966 1300 in 1969. The heater was excellent in mine and it cruised nicely at 70 on the motorways in the UK at that time. A very cool skeletonised ignition key that turned heads in the pub.

Diane there is a big difference between your 65s heater and that on a 56. On yours when the engine is cold more air is forced through the heater boxes (fresh air system). The 56 has a stale air system which takes air that was used to cool the motor. When your engine is cold the thermostat restricts the cooling air which also allows less warm air to enter the car.

Great points on the rust spots. though maybe a bit too early car to use as example. The car shows a 12V alternator, instead of a stock 6V generator. Nothing wrong with that mod, as it is one of the very first upgrades to an early VW, though not mentioned. The fan housing is only not stock, but the hose on the right side is not connected, but laying behind the alternator. The hose is by itself not much of a requirement, but plugging the on the fan housing hole is, if you don't want some cooling air not reaching the jugs and the right head. If I'm not mistaken, '56 bug had a 36 horse engine. Can't remember when the 25 horse went away. Otherwise, great video and a cool gem. I've own 6 VWs buses and bugs, 4 pre 67, and two 67s.

The engine is not a 40 hp but a later dual port engine is around 55 to 60hp. It may not sound like a lot more but believe me, it makes a big difference. The engine's also showing a alternator so it's most likely converted to 12 volts, another big difference.

Sir u made it so clear, please do another one for 1960 semi auto beetle details upload. Thank u.

One Vey I see a wedding ring you have there you handsome guy! Btw great video and details of this older Vdub, Keep us posted on future classics, we'll keep a eye on you kiddo!

The Scandinavian version of the Beetle had such heating that the windshield was tearing apart from the temperature. Yes, 1200 "small windows" are the most beautiful models. I have been dealing with VW for 23 years ...

BEAUTIFUL car!

Lol, every issue Stefan warned about, I've seen in almost every second hand Beetle. This is a particularly pristine example.

I've owned a 68 and 73. Gas and go. Never a problem, summer and winter.

A dream car. ....so nice.

Probably can't afford one but I would love to test drive that beetle

That red bug is beautiful! wow.

@davidkastin4240

5 жыл бұрын

It's orange

Design for eternity. Wonderful.

@curbozerboomer1773

10 ай бұрын

Eternity? yup, because if you get hit, you will be dead forever!

Good advise but in must cases I'll be a proyect car rolling or not thank you great advise

It's crazy how much I miss my 74 Bug.

Thumbs Up Liked, Happy Holidays to you and all your subscribers.

I am in lusty kinky love with this Beetle. And this guy sounds like Ray Romano.

While checking for body panel rust, look also at the front axle area. Most (all?) years had a twin beam that ran all the way across from one wheel to the other. The metal at each end used to rot, right near where the shocks anchored. Very unsafe if you find this condition. The part can be replaced, or in some cases welded to restore the integrity, but I once saw one where it had rotted so badly that the shock was completely missing from one side. The guy had done some nice body work, but was actually going to sell it in that condition without disclosing a major safety problem. Again, fixable with time and expense, but bear in mind that if this is rotted, then you're probably also looking at needing to replace the floorboards as well. This car in the video is excellent -- my Dad had a '57 back in the early sixties.

@snowballcorners

7 жыл бұрын

diddlytube Yes a common problem the pre 66 models which used king pins had heavier struts and resisted corrosion better.

Like the comments on the heater. As I recall, weren't gas/fuel heaters available aftermarket? My friend put a converter and hair dryer in his car for icy/snowy days. Kept the windshield clean and you'd eventually have to open the side vents to keep from getting cooked.

My 71 SuperBeetle still runs 😊

I'm happy to hear from you, now I need one in Kenya how much does cost

nice! im currently doing a body restoration on my 1961 beetle

@bosse641

8 жыл бұрын

do you show your progress in videos?

@joshbriggsDayZBeast

8 жыл бұрын

John Grytbakk i have a dedicated fb page showing photos of all the updates, i havent updated it in a while but in the near future i am going to make another, its here if youre at all interested.. ps done mind the scabby house lol facebook.com/61bugresto/

@concernedpatriot3618

7 жыл бұрын

Josh Briggs so what does it have about 500 horsepower?

@studid55

7 жыл бұрын

Josh Briggs dang, we meet again!

@joshbriggsDayZBeast

7 жыл бұрын

:D bloody hell not you again ;) hahah jk it's so awesome that we bump into each other so often the this vast expanse of the internet, we must have near identical interests in cars lol

wow so well threted

You forgot to mention the floorboard inspection. My first car was a 66, and a friend of mine had a 67. We never saw Bugs back in the 80s that had intact floorboards. I hate to imagine what they look like now.

Had a 1966 Bug and got 33 miles to the gallon by hitting max RPM in the first 3 gears. Michigan Winters are rough in a VW.

i recenty got a 1974 super beetle with very minor rust planning on doing a full restoration on her

I love that beetle my favourite colour

@fionalennox408

3 жыл бұрын

My Dad bought a brand new 1974, the color was " Indian Red" if I remember correctly...

If you close your eyes, this becomes a very informative video voiced by Ray Romano.

I’m not exactly buying one, rather a 72 that was my grandfather’s and has been in a garage for the past 30 years and a labor of love between my Grandad and Father restoring it in the last decade before they both passed away was given to me for my birthday a couple weeks ago by my aunt who didn’t want to mess with it. I only have to finish the restoration that’s about 80% there.

@WizardClipAudio

6 жыл бұрын

I take it back. No where close to 80 percent. Basically back to square one. At least they kept the poor thing in the barn.

@michaelmascari9107

5 жыл бұрын

Sorry about your loss, but once you have it where it’s supposed to be, you will be thankful for it!

Others have cemented a put pulley end play. Others have commented about rust. Others have commented about semi automatic. Most of the rusting parts can be bought and replaced. Brand new they were usually less than 2 thousand bucks. Heat would work as long as you cracked the vent window. This 56 has bullet turn signals and not semapbpres.

Cool video!

That's a really nice Beetle

36 hp of raw hill climbimg power... especially if you attack the hill in reverse

@iguanajoe9329

7 жыл бұрын

ironically, it went where no Jeep ever went before...

@AugustoRallo

7 жыл бұрын

Jim E mine has never failed to climb hills, especially offroad :)

@jime386

7 жыл бұрын

In reverse, A bug will climb almost everything.. even trees. I learned how to drive in a Beetle. If you can drive a Beetle, you can drive about almost anything

@xxtravisxxify

7 жыл бұрын

860kg :p

@bons562

7 жыл бұрын

actually 50 it has a 1600 dp not a 1200 converted to a 12 volt

Well after this video I’m rethinking buying a Beetle. If they rust to quickly then that would have to be addressed. I would probably MacGyver that by stripping all the paint off and gut the entire car and then paint it and seal it with Heavy Duty Industrial Marine Paint that they use on Boats & Ships. Use galvanized or stainless steel so nothing rusts. Also insulate the inside of the car

Listing to this video and looking outside to the 1963 Bug I picked up for 1500 that has no floors left haha

A really nice car . I’m looking to buy one . Any suggestions as to where to start ? Thanks

Okay, I hope this doesn't sound too smart-ass but I have to put this out there. Any of you who have these continued doubts about the VW Beetle heating system, please feel free to get into whatever other vehicle you have that keeps you so toasty warm and drive down to Knoxville, TN sometime around January or February and look me up. I will be more than happy to take you for a spin around town in Wanda, my 1972 Super Beetle, and show you just how good a properly maintained air-cooled VW heating system and and should work.

I love Beetles because, it is Extremely Reliable, simple, cute, they are economical, easy to fix and use, i know they do not have a lot a power, but they are funnier to drive than other cars that have more than 100 HP.

Cool looking car

Nice!

that beetle is immaculate.

Beautiful car

está bien chingon ti vocho my friend

"If the engine has some issues you can drop it quckly......" Dropping $3000.00 for the rebuild for hurts a little more buddy.

@curbozerboomer1773

10 ай бұрын

Still...that is not even half of what you would pay for a more conventional engine.

Hello, I live in Hurst and was wondering if anyone in my area wasn't selling a 1965 beetle for cheap ? I don't need anything really nice looking like the one I just saw, just something for me to get back and forth for work. I do know a little bit about general repairs on cars so if there's one that looks "sick"it's ok. But it must run. Please let me know, I'm anxiously to buy one. Thanks for your time.

I learned how to drive in a beetle back in 1989 in the back yard.

Fozzy bear is alive and well

very good

5:47 kermit the frog?

I bought a bug recently, it's my first car, a red '83 Jeansbug. It's not perfect in any way, paint isn't great, some little spots here and there but overall... Just a great car, you can get 'em cheap, just get one.

Thank you~ I have a new 2016 Beetle which I adore~ trying to learn how to take care of it to make it last a lifetime~ Hey one question: did those old Beetles have air conditioning?

@NectarineC

5 жыл бұрын

They did not.

@samuelbarrett5648

5 жыл бұрын

Kinda-roll down the windows (literally, ROLL them down with the little joystick on the door)