1960 VW Beetle Review Of A True Classic Volkswagen Bug

[@jimtomassetti8928]

I love this car. It's fantastic. Love the surf board the coke cooler the luggage vintage. The blind in the rear. Georgia God Bless your beautiful VW all way's wanted one but never did. Thank You!🎉🎉🎉

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Jim, you are not the only one. This car gets so much attention at all the car shows.. and deserves it. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@SpiroAbdalnor]

Amazing beete with the amazing my neighbor Georgio! It was lovely watching this pop up on my feeds randomly. Thank you @classic car Chitchat for the video .

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Spiro, the pleasure was mine and Georgio is just a super humble guy. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. As you may have seen in my videos that my intention is to showcase not only the beautiful car and really give the owner of the car (the caretaker as Jay Leno rightly says) the opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@kaitoriyama1981]

That surf board is pure magic and the bug deflector is outa this world.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

It sure is.

[@steveriley1178]

Really brought back some great memories of my sister and me when we were about 7 or 8 going in my aunt's VW to the beach.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

That's awesome

[@juliafinch359]

OMG. This is the cutest VW I have seen. The surf board and roof rack are so cool and such a great video.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Glad you liked it!!

[@danedwards9511]

As always this a great video and my favorite car channel on KZbin.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Wow, thanks!

[@troycobb6925]

Wonderful video and left me with a smile on my face too. The luggage rack and surf board were a perfect touch.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thanks Troy

[@CMDR_Birb]

Love it!

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Tabishsyed,First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos are not to be "how to" videos (I think there are amazing videos made by others far qualified than me) instead my focus is to create a platform where "ordinary" people who love cars get an opportunity to speak about their car and why that car means so much to them. It truly is a car that gives you that warm and fuzzy feeling inside.

[@davejohnson2814]

My very first car out of high school was a 1960 bug. How I miss that car still today. Another great video Classic cars chit chat!

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thanks Dave, I bet you still miss that car.

[@bennyconiglio1928]

What a beautiful specimen.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

It really is!

[@TexasFinest_Collectibles]

I love it, looks beautiful

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

TexasFinest, I have to agree the attention to detail is exemplary. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. As you may have seen in my videos that my intention is to showcase not only the beautiful car and really give the owner of the car (the caretaker as Jay Leno rightly says) the opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@TexasFinest_Collectibles]

Do you know if Gorgio has a KZbin page or IG page. I picked up a 1960 as well and had some questions thanks

[@frankename1984]

Just a brilliant classic and fun enjoyable video as always.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kenrobertson4109]

Watching this video brought back so many fond memories for me of my uncle's bug in Florida.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dennisrobinson7587]

My father had a 1961 beetle same colour when a was a young boy.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Dennis, I’m sure it brought back fond memories for you.

[@dennisrobinson7587]

@@ClassicCarChitChat Yes It did.Especially since the car he was trading in was post war vintage and the VW was relatively new.

[@giorkaro8971]

Thank you very much Kevin! Wonderfully edited video. I really appreciate how you showed the vehicle.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Giorgio, the pleasure was all mine. She is a true gem. Kevin

[@omarhanraman9133]

Such a great video and made me smile all the way.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

You are so kind

[@lodekka]

I'm a bit confused about the "No high beam" chat, as there's a dip switch visible on the floor to the left of the clutch pedal. Maybe it's not working on this particular car, but all Beetles of this era had dipping main beam (high beam) lights from the factory.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Lodekka, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to allow "ordinary" people who love cars an opportunity to speak about their car and why that car means so much to them. You bring up a good point. I will reach out to the owner.

[@giorkaro8971]

You're right, unfortunately it doesn't work on mine.

[@lodekka]

@@giorkaro8971 Ah, I see. That's a pity, although as a special car for special days, I suppose it's not such a big deal. That's a very nice looking car, with lots of good period extras. Love the bug deflector!

[@giorkaro8971]

@@lodekka thank you very much, I really appreciate it

[@keithad6485]

My 1960 me had a dip switch on the floor. this design continued til VW went 12 volt for the 1968 year model and moved the hi low switch to the turn lever at the steering wheel.

[@kellykonoske91]

Love to see them saved.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Kelly, I completely agree with you. These cars were so beautifully engineered that whether you lived in the hottest or coldest climates the VW would always be the most reliable car. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@keithad6485]

Engine is from a later model. looks like a 1200cc which came out in 1962. My first car was a 1960 beetle. 1.1 litre top speed 69 miles per hour. Took the bumper bars off one day, top speed 72 miles per hour. No fuel gage instead a floor mounted lever, engine sputters, flick the lever with foot, and another 36 miles to get you to the next town to refuel.

[@tomasstomjenkins]

Great video. I wish you showed the wiring under the dash to see how the 6 wire turn signal switch was wired 😂.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Tomas… in retrospect I wish I had done a few other elements too. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@Swimdancer1]

What a beautiful bug. May I suggest leather luggage straps instead of bungee cords?

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Swimdancer, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to allow "ordinary" people who love cars an opportunity to speak about their car and why that car means so much to them. That is a great suggestion.. I think it would look great with that aged leather look too.

[@giorkaro8971]

You're totally right, I'll order a set

[@TexasFinest_Collectibles]

@@giorkaro8971 any idea where to get the luggage straps from?

[@securitypcc3733]

the 1960 didn't come standard with a fuel gauge. He added that in later

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Security, thanks for sharing that. So out of curiosity how were the VW’s to know how much fuel they had? I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@securitypcc3733]

@@ClassicCarChitChat Before 1962, no bugs had fuel gauges unless you "after marketed" one. What they had, was an emergency reserve tank which you activated by a switch. This was how you gauged to get more fuel..next available opportunity. It wasn't a lot in there, but would in most cases give one enough time to fill up

[@keithad6485]

I think they were an optional extra prior to 1962, but have only ever seen one, and it was on 57 model and looks very different to the standard fuel gage which came out in 1962. long and verticle due to being mechanical and float operated (not electric).

[@nonelost1]

9:27...Those were called "Snowflake" taillights. 10:34...My dad had a ceramic green '60 bug which I believe did NOT have the "Wolfsburg Crest" on the hood. For some reason VW did not have it on their '60 bugs. But apparently by popular demand, they put it back on their bugs in 1961 and 1962. They again discontinued it in 1963, this time for good. 14:45...1960 bugs (US export models at least) was the last year for the 36 hp motor, easily recognized by having a "high shrill" sound when upshifting. Yours does not appear to have it. Also, 1966 bugs was the 2nd year (US export models at least) for the larger greenhouse (larger windows). That ruined the cute looks of the bugs for me. Also, that one in the picture looks like a '68 or newer bug (whole different bumpers). I cannot speak for Italian export models. 15:20...No high beams? There should be a switch on the floor that you hit with your left foot to activate the high beam. A blue light shows up on the speedometer to show you that the high beam is on. 17:03...Yours is the first I have ever seen with that anti-insect windshield protector! Was that specifically made for VW bugs? Also, your door cards though not original, do look great. My '61 bug had those same hard to find "eyebrows" above the headlights. I believe they were a dealer option. And the fuzzy dice (also not original) do add a nice touch.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Nonelost.. I can’t thank you enough for all the insight you provided on this beautiful little VW. You certainly know your cars and I deeply appreciate your feedback. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@vurlmcpherson5266]

How much do you want for the 1960 beetle would you take so much a month for the Beatles I would love to have the car

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Vurim.. don’t think this one is ever going to be for sale. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@vikos78]

Loved watching this as I own an MGB and VW 1960. The engine is not original though. It should be a 35 HP with foot supporting the dynamo (not alternator) part of the block. Also you should have a manual chocke, not an auto, and 6 volts wiring. And hearing the sound of the car driving, the gear box is modern, you don't have the typical whining sound of the original split case gear box. The car stands low, the steering wheel is a flat four replica, the upholstery is made by TMI. So, nice little car, but very very far from factory original.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Vikos, wow first of all thank you for owning an MGB. They truly are wonderful and fun little cars. Not the fastest (unless you throw in a V8 or convert to electric) but they do have character and get plenty of thumbs up when driving around as sure as your VW does too. The VW is really masterful engineering that has stood the test of time. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@briangode1381]

I am always usually as honest as can be in my love relations business and life doings I am no expert on everything but I know plenty of people I only deal with who are nice to me please see my past comments or others who agree with me

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Great statement Brian.

[@ipaporod]

Sorry but Volkswagens are NOT known for reliability, my cousin used to own a couple of them and they were constantly at the mechanic's shop for repairs!

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Ipadrod, I guess for the most part they were fairly reliable. When I think back my dad’s old British cars that spend more time in the shop than my neighbour’s bug they were still more reliable than many other cars. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@brianchisnell1548]

Not a fan of lowering or roof racks.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Brian, thanks for sharing your thoughts. It really is up to the owner to put what they want on their cars.

[@briangode1381]

This automobile is what our vw car club president has fully restored with ten gallons fuel tank one gallon reserve sor far I have not seen it close by enough tho what I have see is nice I love the club mucho nice volks friendly and fun fun fun oldest vw bug is a 1954 25 horse power motor semaphores turn signals first used did not blink now a vw bug restoring shop in rockland county congers New York State very expensive by hand work restores any year bug original to mucho nicer condition than when first mass produced just view his videos vw club Long Island cruise to see I will never lie to you all iam never was a phony the clubs whistle blower.sgt at arms I only bother with nice volks nice to me the livw club has a once a year cruise to go there for the day unless if he has to Florida now for my say knowledge on cars I use to do scrap metal five cents returns salvage I cleaned two auto shops honestly will say no automobile car maker in this entire world makes a 100x perfect vehicle since January 1969 I always owned vws any makers cars autos need bigger mirrors windows I was not a big fan of my 1969vw bug automatic stick shift no left foot pedal "l I had to learn by doing using cars for my business it is not what used for but how done there are ways to lower your expenses how we drive use vehicle and all I put in past comments donot please blame others like Biden blames trump republicans no one is ever perfect If only volks made better sense did more senseable we would all be better off the vw club is fun fun fun nice amigos A real shame these days since too mucho dishonest businesses volks around enjoy your day

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Brian, wow..thank you so much for your insight and the history of these marvellous cars. You are certainly a connoisseur of the VW experience and I thank you for sharing. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. As you may have seen in my videos that my intention is to showcase not only the beautiful car and really give the owner of the car (the caretaker as Jay Leno rightly says) the opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.