Believe it or not, the history of pin-up models dates back to the late 1800s.

I’m always on the search for new (to me) products for my Vanagon. I tend to go outside the normal suppliers and manufacturers to see if there are any not so recognizable independent shops that are launching products.

That’s when I happened upon Space Roofs. I didn’t know they’ve been around for 20 years.

If you’re going to sell your classic car there are some things to know before you list it. These are things I learned working directly with classic car dealerships and restoration shops.

Rust is not your friend. Stomp it out and never let it come back to destroy your classic Vanagon. This story follows rust removal from start to finish.

My picks for the 5 Best Videos for Vanagon Enthusiasts are purely subjective. These are not necessarily going to resonate with your tastes, or level of understanding about the platform. But what I think we might agree on is there are enough good videos on the subject to create a useful post.

The man who could be President walked into my house without so much as a knock on the door. I don’t know what I was expecting, but Dan Gurney stood in my living room before I could get out of my chair to greet him.

What’s your workspace look like? Here’s what I see every day. It’s a 42- by 42-inch oil painting of a VW Split Window.

If your once beautiful driveway looks like a scene from the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill maybe it’s time to pinpoint the source of those leaks. Vanagons (like British cars) are notorious leakers. I’ll attempt to point out the 7 common areas that you should check if you’re experiencing similar issues. It’s not only oil, but coolant and transmission fluid too. Obviously, I might miss an area or two, so just comment below and I’ll address it.

Automotive journalism is a great career if you have the chops to do the work. There is a need for high-caliber writers, photographers, and editors that can cover the automotive industry, but you must be prepared to start at the ground level and work your way up the ladder.

Looking back to the first time I experienced a manual transmission was laughable. I stalled it more than drove it. Finally I got the hang of it.