The buzz around Volkswagen’s new transport bus
I told myself I will not own a boring car. The family's utility needs affected this somewhat, as my wife and I couldn't find a car to rent with a manual transmission. If I squint, I can pretend our Volkswagen Tiguan is just an oversized GTI. Then the Volkswagen ID.Buzz appeared on my radar. The original plan was to consider the car seeking its normal name at the end of our lease, but that was 18 months ago, well before its November 2024 debut. Instead of investing in a new car, we bought a lease on the Tiguan while we waited for this new minivan. The lack of a clear launch date (combined with the post-pandemic shortage of used cars) led us to shop around. Our plan is to enjoy a new car and by the time the lease is up, we'll have a production-ready ID.Buzz ready to go. But this never materialized. While I'm not interested in electric cars,…
Interesting Find: 1991 Volkswagen Van
Brought to us by AutoHunter Cinema Take a closer look at this 1991 Volkswagen van. The customization and restoration work was completed in Brazil, with highlights including a complete rebuild of the original 1500cc 4-cylinder engine, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. The exterior is finished in fresh two-tone Volkswagen Lotus White and Diamond Blue paint, and features original side mirrors, headlight grilles and a retractable canvas sunroof. The custom interior is also two-tone, but in beige. This space is designed for ultimate refrigeration, complete with refrigerator, stove, and sink. The seats have been restored with new foam and springs, and are upholstered in high-quality synthetic leather and fabric. It sold for $33,000 at Barrett-Jackson's 2024 Palm Beach auction. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bcNdoC_f_8[/embed] Be sure to subscribe to the AutoHunter Cinema YouTube channel for more fun finds!
1995 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus
Featured Automatic Hunteris an online auction platform operated by ClassicCars.com, and this restored 1995 Volkswagen Type 2 Coach is up for auction. It was originally built in Brazil and has reportedly accumulated 78,791 km (48,958 miles) since new. Power is provided by an air-cooled 1.6-liter four-cylinder boxer engine that is coupled to a four-speed manual transmission. Finished in black and white with a black vinyl interior, this Type 2 Coach is now being sold by the selling dealer with a clear title. The 14-window body is painted black with white bumpers and a white roof. It has auxiliary headlights, dual mirrors and rear side vents. A set of 14-inch wheels with Volkswagen hubcaps and 185/70 Jinyu YH11 radial tires keep this Type 2 on the road. Inside, all three rows of seats are covered in newer black vinyl with stitched panels, allowing for seating for up to 9. The cabin features manual windows, a fire extinguisher, a floor-mounted manual shifter,…
AutoHunter Spotlight: 1970 Volkswagen Type 2
FeaturedAutomatic Hunter,The online auction platform operated by ClassicCars.com is auctioning this 1970 Volkswagen Type 2. If you're looking for a car that can double as a bedroom, kitchen, and living room, you're in luck. The Volkswagen Type 2 can be described as "versatility in motion." A dealer in Gladstone, Oregon, is proud to offer a Type 2 that has been meticulously restored both cosmetically and mechanically. The auction for the car ends on Friday, August 23. The listing indicates the body was restored in 2017, but the interior is where this Type 2 really shines. Everywhere you look, space is used ingeniously. The cargo hold features wood trim, window curtains, a sink, electrical outlets, a folding table, and seats. You know that old saying, "Everything but the kitchen sink"? Well, this car include Kitchen sink. The Volkswagen Type 2 (known over the years as Kombi, Samba, Microbus, Transporter, and more) is one of the most well-known vehicles in the collector…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
A little ashamed I realized that this week's AutoHunter picks are two of the most popular brands in the world: Chevrolet and Volkswagen. Both brands were born during the glory days of the mid-1950s, when America seemed unimpeachable. And, I don't think you can go wrong with any of these. Prefer a Corvette? We have two, both new and old. Need practicality? The Chevy truck below shows off the talents of Harley Earl's team, with a bed in the back. And a German van that looks like grandma lives in it and never had an interior designer come to her house. Which one do you prefer? 1971 Chevrolet Corvette LS5 454When I was still learning about cars, low-compression 1971s were looked down upon. Some cars, like Pontiac's 455 HO, later became famous for beating heavy machinery, but it took a while for other low-compression performance cars to catch up. On the other hand, you never heard of anyone complaining about…
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