LABOR OF BUG: Twin-Turbo '59 VW Euro Beetle 27 Years in the Making | EP10

A 27-year labor of VW love, Marc's Bug finally became everything he imagined: his show car, daily driver, dragster, track car, and interstate cruiser. Nicole Johnson explores the fine details of Marc Kuttner's 1959 Volkswagen Euro Beetle 2.4L Twin Turbo work of art and drives the scenic winding roads of Northern California's wine country.
MORE ABOUT MARC KUTTNER:
Marc's KZbin handle as seen in replies: Turbo Vdub
Marc is an engineer and producer of the Dial-A-Cam adjustable cam gear for VW Type 1, 2 and 3 flat cams. He is the everyman's man with an extraordinary engineering mind and life-long passion for Volkswagens. www.oldschoolperformance.net
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[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

FULL SPECS, 1959 Euro Beetle Twin Turbo Resto-Mod, Courtesy of Owner Marc Kuttner (aka Turbo Vdub) CLICK READ MORE! Engine: • 2387cc VW Type 1 aluminum super case with Hoover mods, 8.3:1 CR, clearanced, blueprinted and balanced by owner • Scat forged counterweighted 86mm crank, type 1 mains, 2” Chevy rod journals • DRD 5.5” H-beam rods with 5/16” ARP bolts • Revmaster long 94mm cylinders, cut to length • Wiseco pistons[P/N#K633M94, 9400XX ring pack(1.0mm x1.2mm x2.8mm)] • WebCam custom grind turbo cam with Dial-A-Cam steel straight cut gears and CB lightweight lifters • CB Wedge Port CNC ported heads(44x37.5) with single “Bee Hive” springs and 8mm chromoly studs • NGK DCPR8EIX Iridium spark plugs and Magnecor wires • Scat 1.25:1 Pro Comp rocker arms with ACN heavy duty dual tapered aluminum pushrods • Parallel twin modified Garrett VNT25 variable vane turbos with manual vane control and water jacket cooling system by owner • Custom 1.5” phase tuned “twin scroll” exhaust system, ceramic coated and wrapped, made by owner • Twin Turbosmart 38mm wastegates and Turbosmart Eboost Street electronic boost controller • Electromotive upgraded TEC3 EFI full sequential engine management with Clewett Engineering cam sync. Dyno tuned by AJ at Performance In-frame Tuning in Napa, CA making 230HP/210TQ at the wheels with 15psi • Bosch in-line fuel pump, Aeromotive regulator and filter, teflon hoses, with Siemens Deka 60lb/hr injectors • Prometh two stage water/methanol injection with nozzles before and after compressors, with Snow progressive controller • Custom blow through finned aluminum intake with modified CB 48mm throttle bodies & match ported injector manifolds, HKS blow off valve, custom dual throttle cable system and cold air intake by owner • Bergmann modified Porsche style fan kit with custom thermostat, front, rear and lower cylinder tins by owner • Scat 5.25” aluminum pulley with sand seal, crank trigger wheel and custom sensor mount by owner • Dry sump system with CB pump, Pure Power cleanable filter with Scat bypass mount, remote cooler with thermostatic fan control and custom oil tank in right rear fender well by owner Transaxle: • Type 1 swing axle, gusseted aluminum Rhino case, Berg 5 speed with Quaife TBD by Rancho • 3.44 R&P, 3.78 1st, 2.21 2nd, 1.58 3rd, 1.21 4th, 0.93 5th with Berg custom mid mount and 5 speed ball shifter • Empi long spline, long axles(‘68 only), with custom prototype lubrication system, by Mike Herbert at Rancho and owner • Custom hydraulic clutch with remote reservoir and heavy duty hiem joint clutch cable back up option by owner • 12lb. flywheel with Kennedy Stage 2 pressure plate, CB dual friction disc, anti-shocker and high torque starter Chassis, Suspension & Brakes: • Airkewld 4” narrowed, adjustable front beam, with bump stops and tow bar mounts added by owner • CB 2.5” dropped spindles with CSP wide 5 drilled front disc, Hurst Line Loc and CB wide 5 drilled rear disc brakes with Tilton remote reservoirs • Wilwood brake proportioning valve on front line and brake cooling ducts front and rear by owner • Sway-a-Way 26mm rear torsion bars, Atomwerk 1” lowered adjustable spring plates with needle bearings • Pan stiffeners, front beam stiffeners, gusseted torsion arms, front air dams, four wheel alignment and corner balance • CSP torque bar, Berg traction bar, tranny straps and custom 0.75” front and rear sway bars by Addco • Bilstein shocks front(stock height) and rear(1” lower and custom valved) • Custom one-off aluminum smoothie wide 5 wheels with spun aluminum hubcaps(15x5F, 15x6R) and a set of Rader track wheels(15x5F, 17x7R) • Dry weight approx. 2200lbs. Body & Interior: • Grafted in ragtop and semaphores, body work by owner and Rick Eichler, Classic Restoration in Sonoma, CA • VW mouse grey PPG CLV single stage urethane with clear coat sprayed by Rick Eichler • Original style interior with German square weave carpet & Haartz Stayfast canvas ragtop by West Coast Classic Restoration and custom Daily Driver racing bucket seats by Status Racing Seats • 4 point harnesses and roll bar, LED lighting, original pop out quarter windows • 1.25” widened fiberglass rear fenders by Creative Car Craft, convertible decklid with custom rain gutters by owner • Dynamat sound deadening material throughout and custom heater system with booster fans • Custom auxiliary wiring harness with blinking semaphores, emergency flashers, intermittent wipers • Custom Speedhut 12 gauge set and switch console and custom stereo system by owner

[@CarVideoCzar]

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[@erniedistefano8079]

Blown mafia

[@radomillion]

Thanks for the really thorough breakdown of the whole car.

[@mw8653]

Fantastic detail of car spec and it sounds amazing love your car Mark.

[@josetomasfreire7261]

Wish engine its that

[@veritassempre]

Marc deserves a round of applause for letting someone drive his bug 👋👋👋👋

[@shawnbeattie8695]

He was super nervous letting Nicole drive it. I bet his wife isn't even allowed to drive it. 😆

[@realityseer4465]

@@shawnbeattie8695 Same thought I had its OFF LIMITS to even his woman HAAHA I am almost done with a Baja , taken me 4 months but man is it a Beauty ! Aint NOBODY driving it either lol

[@43JohnDeere]

Nicole Johnson....master of making introvert engineer types extremely nervous...which makes for a great video.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha! Glad you enjoyed it..thank you!

[@turbovdub1867]

I may have looked that way but I was actually pretty relaxed. That's just how I am.

[@darrellbarnes2096]

One she's beautiful and secondly she's feisty😃

[@evilsimeon]

Awkward is a big draw

[@williewallace9519]

@@turbovdub1867 Hi Marc, I am building a turbo VW as well, I run into some issues and I see that you installed rear disc brakes pointed towards the bottom of the wheel. Thinking about doing that as well but my question is, where did you get the extended E-brake cable from? Appreciate your help. Amazing Vdub as well!

[@rotax636nut5]

The best part of that car is the sound from the exhausts, I could listen to it all day long..

[@harryspeakup8452]

This is the most beautiful Beetle I've ever seen. Super tasteful and beautifully engineered. What a gem!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching!!

[@michaelwilliams4086]

Marc is one brave person letting anyone else drive a car so long in the making and with such a personal history to him. It is testament to Marc’s engineering skills that the whole project has come together in such a quick and drivable car. God bless all the inspired, talented engineers of the world, it makes it a better place to be

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We agree! Thanks so much for watching...glad you enjoyed it!

[@leegoddard2618]

Well, that and Nicole IS a professional. Driver. 😉

[@schutzhund3933]

He looked like he was gonna grab the wheel at any second

[@dafly28]

Quite a few nervous glances her way..

[@Brian-bq8pf]

Nice to see a genuine show with a female lead that isn’t sexually explicit. Her personality is the sole focus with the vehicles and it’s refreshing. Have watched every episode - some more than once!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

How nice..thank you!!

[@hughM9]

Very true. There’s real beauty & there’s click bait. 👍.

[@turboturd7954]

@@hughM9 Yeah, and there's also those who know what water injection is for and those who haven't a clue....

[@jefftarwood4594]

Well it doesn’t’ hurt that Ms. Nichol is an attractive woman but the real draw to this channel is the intellect,knowledge, and enthusiasm she displays on the channel. And I like the great variety of cars she seems to find. My main interest is stock classics so the change of pace is nice.

[@100Jeanluc]

couldnt agree more, getting sick of women showing so much in the thumbnail just to get you to watch. I watch a few of female youtubers and they know so much more than myself & men in general but all you see is what they are doing, whether that be wrenching, welding, or just getting down and dirty. No smutty stuff.

[@BhutJolokias]

What a blast from the past. I had two 59 Bugs in High School (late 70's). A convertible and one with a sunroof like this one.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome!! Thanks so much for watching!

[@tgnw]

This beetle is the most beautiful piece of motor art i have ever seen.

[@jeremypilot1015]

The sound of that thing when you ripped it up the road in the close shot. OMG that sounds delightful!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes, I agree. Thank you for watching!

[@therainforest4314]

I respect and admire men and women who think like this, the ongoing, gradual, continuing evolution of this perpetual-project car. Awesome!!! :)

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Well said! Thank you for watching!!

[@timothydraper3687]

This is just about the most beautiful Beetle I've ever seen, it's clearly a labour of love, my Dad is an engineer so I like it when engineers do their own thing at home.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching..glad you like it!!

[@bmwpete65s55]

Mark and his Bug are extremely cool and Nicole and her crew did a fantastic job showing us the details. I felt like I was there in person. The audio is spot on, never heard a VW sound so good! Very refined and sophisticated but powerful too.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!!

[@doctortruth4094]

One of the great things about your channel is that you find these incredible craftsmen who fabricate things for their cars instead of just buying a bunch of parts--lots of real art in these builds. You're doing a great job finding interesting and refreshing content and presenting it so well..

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much..it's really encouraging to see comments like this. I'm so glad you are enjoying!

[@ronwillemsen7698]

Nicole keeps it real without pushing the "S"appeal past eyebrow raising: Smart, professional, and a nice balance of tech, humor and passion: Well done, worth watching !

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!!

[@ericwilhelm2941]

Marc , Do not EVER sell this Beauty! this is a Dream. Truly first class work that you did on this Käfer! This is how my dream Bug would look and feel like. Great choice of the Color too!!! Auf wiedesehn Herr Kuttner 😊 and also many thanks to Nicole for showing this to all of us. really dig your passion for these legendary cars!! keep doing it.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow, thank you! Glad you liked it!!

[@ttocselbag5054]

I’m 59 y.o. Of course I had a bug (1970), and my other VW (1969 Type III fastback). Gawd!! To go back to those wonderful times in my life. Thanks for stirring my juices Nicole. 😁

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha..my pleasure. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate your feedback!

[@lathropedition]

She absolutely drove that like she’s been doing it for years! Literally the nicest Bug I’ve ever seen!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching..glad you liked it!!

[@purpletrance9874]

This video has such a massive feel good factor associated with it. The car. The build. The history. The owner. The passion. The look. The sound. This build is the antithesis of today's electric vehicles which are devoid of sound and soul. This is a new channel discovery for me and I'm loving the content! ❤️💜👍😎

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome..glad you found us!! Thank you for watching!!

[@stanleymuhuvuza8137]

The more I watch videos about my dream car(VW Beetle) the more I fall in love with it❤️

[@rcWizzard]

My first car was a 65 Bug, second was a 69 Bug. Got a 70 parts Bug and put the 65 body on the 70 chassis. Great memories. Thanks for this video!

[@rogermurphy1548]

I have been in awe of a lot of hand built custom cars in my life. But I agree with Nicole that this is definitely the coolest one I have ever seen.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidmorris826]

That was a fun drive! That bug runs great! Thanks for ride! 😎

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Dude I'm in love with your bug its so badass!!!

[@snapfinger1]

Ladies & their bugs on the streets has been a classic sight in popular culture for decades. The modern resurgence in modded & rodded bugs with women today is great to see out on the road.

[@turboturd7954]

Marc's got the best sounding Vee Dub EVER!

[@maxxwellbeing5208]

I really like this platform. She's got a great concept. Regular guys that love to talk about their cars. This is the right way to go. We would never see these cool cars without her. I hope that she stays focused of the regular Joe builders.i like that there is no waiting for TV time , you can watch it when you want over and over. She knows what she is talking about, she keeps it fun, she is such a pretty woman and she appreciates her viewers. We're not just clicks. She will actually read the posts and give us a like. Keep tuning in, like her videos, and share them because...because we don't want to lose this great concept.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Once again..thank you for your support of our channel. My team and I really appreciate it!

[@maxxwellbeing5208]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour It really is a good concept. There has got to be thousands of rare oddball cars out there that were put together one piece at a time. Most had to search far and wide to find everything to put them back together . That's the strory here. You can see the pride in their faces. These people love what they do, you can tell that they love how interested YOU really are in their cars. It's not hard to tell that you really want to know their story. That's the best part, their pride and your appreciation. I think that what you are doing will give us some great content while at the same time giving these people the recognition that they would never get anywhere else. Another idea might be trying to find women who have done this as well. Seriously, you're well versed on these things, there must be more of you. Thanks for the reply...again. You're alright. We can't wait until your next show, Keep them coming.

[@dominoche]

I hope you enjoyed it, cause that's all you're getting! Classic.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha!! Yes, that was funny. Marc is a really cool guy! Thank so much for watching!

[@franbarnaby7638]

Has to be the best sounding bug ever.

[@dominoche]

I have seen this bug in person at a car show and spent about an hour admiring all of its details. Also imaging how it drove and if it was a trailer queen. Now I have my answer. Thanks for showing us how Marc's passion and your enthusiasm make the perfect testimony of just how much fun driving can be.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow..thank you so much for such a nice comment. My crew and I work very hard to tell each owner's personal story and still keep the episodes fun and entertaining. No script..ever..just conversation that is real. You're response is exactly what we hope for!!

[@turbovdub1867]

thanks, glad you got to see it up close.

[@isaacshively6705]

Yeah he was at the Bugorama that just passed

[@Kikinahm]

You're lucky! And she can drive

[@QuadeQuick]

Another great interview, Nicole. I'm gratified that you don't dumb down the content AND you don't pretend to know everything about everything. Your appreciation and knowledgeable curiosity drive the videos. Shoutout to your camera operator for the excellent B-roll, too.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much..we really appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@gabrielfrias3363]

A strong hug from Brazil from an inscribed in love with Volkswagen beetle(fusca)♥️🇧🇷

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..glad you enjoyed watching!

[@TheNismo777]

I've been messing with beetles since I was 4 years old, so 28 years so far & thats most likely best I've seen. Incredible!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..it's so meticulously designed and engineered! So glad you enjoyed watching! Thank you!

[@TheNismo777]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour You're more than welcome :)

[@robertoc.abrahao8119]

From a Brazilian guy living in Japan to you : ❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awe..thank you!!

[@scottofaz]

Back in '87, I bought a red '73 bug. I loved that car! Even stock it was soooo much fun to drive. I would love to drive that one.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes, I'm sure you would enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you for watching!

[@FreedomRock44]

Marc That BUG is AWESOME brother!!!!!! Nothing touches it! It is like the Penultimate!!!!!! Total Labor of love!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We totally agree!! Thank you for watching..glad you enjoyed!

[@sirswerve2493]

Perhaps the greatest car ever made. Outsold them all and went everywhere. Cheap to operate and easy to work on. Long live the mighty VW sedan.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!!

[@sirswerve2493]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Thank you! keep finding these special cars and I will keep watching sis...

[@jumpjetcaptain495]

Amazing car and great story! I love bugs, they're so cool.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching. I'm very glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterjuhaszdoner8051]

When you're channel becomes really famous, i'm going to tell everyone that i've been here since the blue subaru powered beast :D

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome..thank you!!

[@CarVideoCzar]

@Peter Juhasz Doner OG

[@dubworldvwadventures]

My parents had a black 66 Bug when I was a kid too! So cool you have kept it all these years. I've owned my 63 since 1994.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching..appreciate the comment!!

[@turbovdub1867]

thanks, but this is not that car.

[@nrrajedsolutions]

Awesomemmmee!!!!! Nicole, ain’t nutten like driving a bug. I still have my ‘74. She’s longing for some love. Once you drive the bug, it’s like an addiction. U keep going back. Mark did an awesome awesome AWESOME 🤩 job. His attention to details is impeccable. I am all the way in Jamaica 🇯🇲 and I used to drive the heck outa mine. Your find with Marks car has re-energize my passion for my old girl. Thank u soooo much.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Love it!! Thank you so much for watching..glad you enjoyed it!

[@billymilligan]

Love that car. I had a '67 Beetle in highschool that was lowered and de-chromed. It was such a blast. He did everything I wanted to do to mine but never got around to. It was also terrifying over 70MPH!

[@doncoxe644]

Wow - it's really a '59. It has the larger rear window (they were small ovals before) and the droopy taillights, replaced with larger straighter ones the next year. How great that Mark has kept so much about the car as original, or at least original-looking. A bit dropped up front, but on the road it looks like a true '59. I enjoyed hearing about the original reserve fuel tank feature (and that he added a fuel gauge) and then later seeing, without any comment, that the reserve lever was still there below the dash. When I turned sixteen in 1972, my parents gave me a '59 bug and a box of craftsman tools to keep it running. We had a few awesome years together. My next car was a '64 bus. Love those cars. Nicole, thanks for this video. Keep being nice to runners and bikers! Mark, your good taste and obsession with detail has created a beautiful monster and also preserved a classic. Thanks to you both!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed it!

[@MBdrummer3288]

Man, this is the most amazing Beatle I have ever seen 😮. It is my FAVORITE! Im just speechless. I want to have this vehicle SO BADLY! Sweet job on this one dude. Just incredible!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you like it! Thank you for watching!!

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Marc's pretty good at not flinching!😂

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Ha! That's funny! Thanks for watching!!

[@cslhansen]

I came for the cars and stayed due to Nicole. Such a character 😊 You really have a keen eye for details 🙂

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..glad you enjoyed watching!

[@marqueswood1447]

Probably the most engineered and most dope bug I’ve seen ever.

[@asn413]

that marriage of art and engineering will be one to last. And POWER shall be their child. Don't ever sell it, you'll regret it for the rest the rest of your life. ive seen so many stories like that. they'll get the get the keys to my 57 plymouth when im dead. Great video!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks so much for watching..glad that you enjoyed it! I'm with you..doubt Marc will ever sell his baby!

[@turbovdub1867]

I agree, thanks.

[@hawtenslaton4307]

Wow, what a cool car! The simplicity of old bugs or in this case the complexity! The adaptability, the aftermarket parts for bugs. I remember having a subscription to Dune Buggies and Hot VW'S magazine. Lots of creativity shown in those pages over the years. Thank you for helping us all have a vicarious thrill of driving this machine!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome..glad you enjoyed it!! Thank you for sharing with us!!

[@CredibleHulk]

That is a very well put together car. Amazing.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes it sure is. I'm so glad you enjoyed!

[@tomgardner6294]

I’m 64 and we used to get early ‘60’s bugs and fix them up. I have always loved them. This is hands down the best I have ever seen. It’s awesome at all levels. Thanks for sharing it!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching..thank you!

[@tirachina]

Probably the best Bug I have ever seen. Great work ! Love it !

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you like it! Thank you for watching!!

[@RGMS_]

One of the cleanest builds i ever seen so far, everything looks original

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..I agree. Thank you for watching!

[@globalcitizen8321]

Beautiful car. Those were the days, simple cars were function followed design to perfection.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you for watching!

[@GoldwingNorway]

A clean bug with a personal touch, perfect.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching..thank you!

[@GoldwingNorway]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Keep'em coming, I'm following your channel, just love 60-70's cars.

[@TheTwangKings]

These bugs are super cool, especially the '62 and older. Two-color, real eye-candy.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!! We agree!!

[@YELLTELL]

Dude was freaking out when she was driving..😂

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Nah..he was super chill!

[@turbovdub1867]

I may have looked that way but I was actually pretty relaxed. That's just how I am.

[@peterclemmins7099]

Absolutely sick car. Very tastefully done. Perfect. Great job dude!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We agree..thanks for the watch..glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterclemmins7099]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Good host too!!

[@benitocamelaz3855]

Wow this is the most beautiful beetle ever seen

[@christiandunn2794]

Man I wish this guy would build engines for people. That’s a beautiful job of engineering.

[@s.gossett5966]

That is one serious set up. I definitely would love to drive that Bug. I'd probably be overjoyed just to be a passenger around the block.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes, I just love this bug. Marc was very generous to let me drive it..it was awesome! Thank you so much for watching!

[@s.gossett5966]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour and thank you for getting out there and introducing us to these awesome builds and builders.

[@ivankuljis1780]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Nicole, l can read body language like you obviously can and did during your 'drive'...Mark was, shall we say a little apprehensive????

[@anthonyellis3583]

Nicole you sum this Bug up so nicely I’m a avid VW fan n this it truly a masterpiece !!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you! I agree..it is a masterpiece..glad you enjoyed it!

[@karstenvaljak7999]

it's gorgeous, simply gorgeous. Love what he did to that classic. Thx for sharing!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it..I agree with you completely. Thank you for watching!

[@tony66au]

My First car ever was a 65 1300cc DakDak (Beetle) and because it had been neglected this was also the car I cut my mechanical teeth on and man was it an adventure. VW did a curious thing with those cars, every part had a number stamped or cast on it, if it was a handed or directional part it had an arrow or instruction and as a young guy with a cheap workshop manual this took away the fear and allowed me to appreciate the engineering art that went into my freedom machine. The simplicity and quality was astounding for something so inexpensive and I still have many fond memories of the Car and knowing what I know now I can see how Marc dove head first down this rabbit hole :-) Thank you Nicole for showing a VW engine'd Beetle that ticks ALL the boxes for me and I suspect for you too. Love it!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience with us. I love the engagement! Glad you enjoyed our new episode!

[@63Simon04]

Wow, yet another excellent video Nicole! Your enthusiasm is infectious, intently taking in every word spoken to you. I'd love a ride along in it as my driving days are over. My mobility scooter is my ride now. Keep finding these amazing rides and I'll keep watching!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much, I'm really glad you liked it!

[@paulclarke7571]

12:56 Jurassic Park pinball in your garage. Now that is COOL!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We actually filmed this in Marc's buddies garage!!

[@rayleo529]

Patience and perseverance of that magnitude is etheral, connected. This poor guy is nervous but hiding it very well.

[@acanskywalker5631]

Now there's a bug this man would love! I seriously wouldn't change a thing.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching..we appreciate it!!

[@TeslaTales59]

Very cool bug. Those semaphores are nice!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I agree..loved them! This bug is truly a work of art! Thanks for watching!

[@gigasipke]

So glad to get to see another Nicole video. As always the presentation is fresh and wonderful. The music and editing give the sense of an ideal happy world that we just all want to be a part of. Keep up the great work.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much...I'm so glad you are enjoying our work!!

[@craigmonteforte1478]

i completely agree with Nicole on the Tasteful job in ll the engine components inside the compartment , the whole car is Spectacular and tastefully done

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..I totally loved this car..it's a real work of art! Thanks so much for watching..glad you enjoyed!!

[@07negative56]

I’ve met this guy & his VW. It’s insanely meticulous. The drivability of this car is perfect.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I agree!! Great description! Thanks for watching!

[@chrischris2936]

Every time that I go down the rabbit hole of the beatle I end up at another brick wall. This amazing fellow has managed to find ways over under around and through those barriers. Thank you for showing us more of the best stuff. God bless American bourne german engineering. Just an amazing fellow with a beautiful dream.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you for watching!!

[@johnbarker5009]

You find the coolest cars to feature. Each one is absolutely amazing, and I love the delivery. Very cool the way you delight in every one of these cars.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you very much for the kind review..It means so much to us!!

[@wayned2315]

"Well, I hope you enjoyed it, because it's all you're getting". Good till the last drop! Marc is so dedicated. Thanks for all your enjoyable videos, Nicole!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Our pleasure! We appreciate you watching!!!

[@douglasb.1203]

Production value is incredible but the never ending smile watching, priceless.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much..glad you enjoyed it!

[@thecatbimmer]

I love this channel!! You do an amazing job on each review! Thorough, personable, car enthusiast reviews!!!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I appreciate that..thank you!! Glad you are enjoying!

[@bumblebeebob]

That's an awesome bug Mark! Congrats on ask the hard work! It really paid off. And another killer episode Nicole! Thank you!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I totally agree..Marc has done an amazing job with this build. I'm glad you enjoyed watching!

[@bumblebeebob]

Never seen an episode that didn't leave me grinning like a Chessy cat at the end. 😁

[@andyhorenziak7025]

Nicole !!! 🤯🧡 I think I have been bitten by the Love Bug . 4 show lol ... if only we could share that kind of love for one another this world would be a better place peace and love everyone peace and love 🧡 🙏 😇 🤟🤙 Great video Nicki keeping it real ya'll 🐶🔊🔊🔊

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much..glad you liked it!!

[@BorisBidjanSaberi11]

I send these videos to my mom and she loves watching you. Me too!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

That's fantastic..my mom loves them too! Thank you and your mom for watching..glad you're enjoying!

[@smoke09able]

Great looking and sounding Beetle! It's definitely a work of art Marc. Thanks for showcasing it for us Nicole.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

My pleasure! Glad you liked it!

[@Tech-bv9oj]

You really review some of the most unique and interesting builds, love it.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I appreciate that! Glad you are enjoying..thank you!

[@blaze3495]

With my 'german' eyes, I noticed the Autobahn and the no speed limit signs. Made me smile a lot.

[@timwinchester2366]

This is the most amazing beetle ever!!! I love this channel, it's so awesome!💯💯💯❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow, thanks!

[@driveandsurvive]

Incredible result achieved by Marc and almost as incredible as letting anyone else drive it - after so much time and effort put into its creation. Lucky for you Nicole and all of us, your just not anyone.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..yes I'm very thankful I get to drive these amazing cars. Marc's bug is just amazing..glad you enjoyed watching!

[@gabor_ujvarosi]

Absolutely beautiful... that's exactly my idea of a reborn classic.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..we agree!! Thank you for watching!!

[@tahirusman5929]

Excellent work by the gent.Appreciate him for his neatness……

[@realintelligent1967]

Can’t believe I’ve only just found this superb channel! Absolutely awesome videography and presenting, she gets a good rapport with the people she meets, they really open up about their cars. I love the way Nicole actually spends time looking at all of the car and has a great knowledge of cars but wants to learn more. She asks the stuff you’d ask yourself if you were there.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Welcome aboard! Thanks so much for the kind review. We're so glad you like our channel!

[@chasingwheels]

Nicole: "This is awesome, this is fun!" Marc: "Yeah this is fun..." 😮😬😳 Great job Nicole, you are a true petrol-head, wonderful to see your appreciation for being in this bug.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

😁Thank you..glad you enjoyed it!

[@billstuart8481]

The pinnacle of a youtube builder, car and presenter.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much..glad you enjoyed it!

[@robvanza]

Best of the bug's for me so far!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome...thanks for watching!

[@WesMacaulay]

This is a great series. The details of what's gone into these vehicles is CRAZY. Great to see someone like Nicole (who not only knows car components but also car performance based on those components) talk about these labours of love with their owners. Subscribed!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow..thank you so much for the sub. Glad you are enjoying our channel!

[@jamcarlo4781]

Sin duda uno de los mejores trabajos realizados a un Bug. Una verdadera joya familiar

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..we agree. Thank you for watching!

[@sanjeewafonseka5114]

Wow...! I had seen many Beetle restorations/ Modifications and then I saw this...! This is Next next next level..! A true beauty

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you liked it! I couldn't agree more!

[@gabormelegy7904]

Bug for ever. This guy did a absolutely phantastic job. Greetings from Hungary.🚗

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Greetings to you!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@maydieh]

I should call you"car huntress", you keep imazining us with wild picks and find. Much appreciate it and , thanks for sharing!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I like that..haha! I'm glad you enjoyed watching!

[@kennycarter8179]

Was hoping for a new episode! 59 Bug brings back memories. My first wife had one when I met her, she used a stick to check fuel level. Great episode!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@aosdjgolajsdfgoasrg]

I had a '57 back in the day. I used an upside down plunger. It lived next to the tank.

[@jayceecombs6887]

Way Kool! Reminds me of my early teens, stock early bugs w/the introduction of "wide ovals," sometimes barely able to get a "Chirp" out of them. So much fun! Super Job! J

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..glad you enjoyed it!

[@turbovdub1867]

thanks man, that means a lot coming from you.

[@lbamusic]

Just found this channel. Bought my first Bug in 1959 when I was in college. It cost $1,495 brand new! I sold it after 4 years but i should have kept it. It always started, whether snow, rain or shine. 6-volt battery was under rear seat. Had several more in the next 20+ years including the first Bug with auto transmission, two VW Buses, 2 Convertibles. My last was a 79 Conv. My former colleague who I sold it to for his wife, still had it as of 10 years ago. He is as old as I am - 81years old, so I dont know how much longer he will drive it. Terrific memories brought on by this fabulous work of art. A great video!! My Bugs and my Renault 10s were my fav cars thru the 1960s and 1970s. The Bugs were the most reliable, the Renaults were the most comfortable!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

What a lovely story..thank you for sharing with us..we love it!! Glad you enjoyed watching Marc's story!

[@plymouthdie-castreplicas]

Wow! What a rocket bug! It's a very impressive machine. Marc did a really brilliant job. Great ride and episode, charming Nicole.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it! It is indeed an impressive machine.