Classic VW Beetles and Campervans

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Here’s a great fan video of Bug Jam 2006, when the film-maker showed their own classic Beetle.
The time, effort and money some people put into their vehicles is amazing!

When restoring a VW Beetle, you’ll always have the web to fall back on, but who wants to keep washing their hands to logon?
Haynes have been making detailed repair and restoration manuals for many years and they now have one for the VW Beetle!
Workshop manuals are ideal and those from Haynes are perfect as you know their technicians have done what is in the book themselves.  The feeling you are not alone in your restoration can often be a source of comfort!
Haynes Website: haynes.com
Haynes Beetle Restoration Manual: On Amazon

You can still buy a Type 2 Campervan!
Now made in Brazil, there are differences between the newer versions of the German-designed classic.  They are now water-cooled rather than air-cooled and they are powered by 1.4 Polo petrol engines.  The nose has been modified to take a radiator grille which does give the front-end a slightly different look.  However, if you are a true VW Geek, you can get a dummy spare wheel cover to hide the modern look.  It’s full of holes, so as to still let the air to …

Friday 17th to Sunday 19th July 2009 at Santa Pod Raceway
The original and best VW fest is back for another year. Keep checking this site for all the latest news on the 23rd Bug Jam at Santa Pod Raceway. Below is some of what you can expect.
Site:http://www.bugjam.co.uk

24th to 26th April at Santa Pod Raceway – The Fun & Friendly Family VW Festival
Big Bang is back for 2009 and will again incorporate Camper & Bus Show! Three days of VW fun in the sun with great racing, music and comedy at the home of European Drag Racing! All Beetles and buses, campers and Karmanns are welcome at the show to enjoy the Run What Ya Brung (RWYB), show & shine, VWDRC drag racing, or simply filling the camp sites and chilling out.
Site: http://www.big-bang.co.uk/

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