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D. · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 8:38 pm Post subject: VW's

Volkswagen Bus:

Originally the brainchild of Dutchman Ben Pon; VW introduced the First "Type II" in 1949 (the Type l was the Beetle) and it was named the Bulli (meaning "Workhorse").

Volkswagen Bus poster. (available at artofmotoring).

The Microbus was born in 1950 with two-tone paint and a big cast aluminium 'VW' logo on the front and rear. Affectionately known as "Splitties" (due to the split windscreen) the VW Bus was a vehicle with great character.

Able to carry eight people or a 15-hand horse, it's regarded by enthusiasts as the zenith of Type II production and was produced for 18 years with many developments and variations.
(source: artofmotoring).

Lots more at www.vintagebus.com

This beautiful Volkswagen Omnibus in light tan tweed with vinyl bucket seats and an L shaped seat behind the driver's seat is a real classic:

Volkswagen Type 3 Wagon 1973:

Matt · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 8:57 pm Post subject:

The confusion arises with the Type Twos being called Type 1-5 given which generation.
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kraftwerk · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:05 pm Post subject:

We have an original (1970s?) set of that very Samsonite luggage shown in the nose of the Type 3. Nice thread, Dan.
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Dr. Hfuhruhurr · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:34 pm Post subject:

I love the 'bus with all the roof windows. Gorgeous vehicle. Might have to "do a kraftwerk" and indulge some time.

Matt · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:46 pm Post subject:

Yes, I really liked the VW Space-UP! concept because it had those too.

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kraftwerk · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:53 pm Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 10:08 pm Post subject:

Nice new tag Matt.
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Matt · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 10:10 pm Post subject:

I knew you'd appreciate it.

I love that album and it should only be listened to from beginning to end.
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kraftwerk · Posted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 11:48 am Post subject:

D. · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:14 pm Post subject:

Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 34:

kraftwerk · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:17 pm Post subject:

D. · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:21 pm Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:30 pm Post subject:

I've always liked this, the Type 147 Fridolin.

There's a German mentalist has chopped one with Audi W12 Quattro motor and running gear.
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D. · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:41 pm Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:44 pm Post subject:

D. · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:46 pm Post subject:

I thought you'd like that.

kraftwerk · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:49 pm Post subject:

DaveGibson · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:27 pm Post subject:

Here's another DIY convertible.

Colin · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 6:21 pm Post subject:

There was a car like that at Silverstone this past weekend....... luckily the weather was nice, so the roof remained down.

I don't think it was that particular car, though, as it was more of a green-y blue than that. Sounds like at least Triumph "Innsbrucks" have been ruined?!

PR · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:41 pm Post subject:

As Chris mentioned it, it would seem rude not to bring it up again (a highly apt term in this case!)

Yep, you're all going to have to do a lot better in order to beat this:

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Dr. Hfuhruhurr · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 7:38 am Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 9:09 am Post subject:

Well, if we're on home-made cabrios...

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Dr. Hfuhruhurr · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 9:19 am Post subject:

Hood down doesn't convey the full horror!

I feel we should nominate the Ferrari 550 Barchetta in part 3 of Colin's Silverstone report

PR · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:08 pm Post subject:

Yes, that was a complete joke. I could have made a better hood for it myself - and I'm not being sarcastic.
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Dr. Hfuhruhurr · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:17 pm Post subject:

And the Murcielago Spyder has a similar badly fitting tarpaulin arrangement. Still want one though ... I'd just have a bespoke cover made for it. Possibly by you, Piers ...

kraftwerk · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:31 pm Post subject:

D. · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:35 pm Post subject:

PR · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:56 pm Post subject:

I prefer my Singer:

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kraftwerk · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:15 pm Post subject:

Hmmm...

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PR · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:33 pm Post subject:

And the point of the doll's dismembered remains hanging from the back of the car is...?
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kraftwerk · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:36 pm Post subject:

Erm... to, er, ward off evil spirits?
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kraftwerk · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:56 pm Post subject:

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D. · Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 9:57 am Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:01 am Post subject:

Mmmm, savannah beige type 102 Brasilia.
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D. · Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:04 am Post subject:

Technically it's a Type 102 Brasilia. (According to the site I found the pic on anyway)

kraftwerk · Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:28 am Post subject:

Yeah, that's what I said.
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D. · Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:38 am Post subject:

Matt · Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 1:55 am Post subject:

Few pictures here of VW T1-5

http://www.autogaleria.pl/news/index.php?id=1456
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D. · Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 8:07 pm Post subject:

kraftwerk · Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 8:10 pm Post subject:

I'll take the red Notch and white Fastback, please.
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D. · Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 8:16 pm Post subject: