1949 Volkswagen Type 14A VW Hebmuller Beetle Cabriolet & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

This must be one RARE Beetle!!.. I've never seen one like this!

[@donaldhollums3278]

I bet Jay Leno doesn't have one in his garage, huh?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Thomas, You're right. Quite the treat to share this Beetle with you :-) Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Thanks for keeping the videos flowing through tough times..

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for watching & you're welcome.

[@abdulamatos]

As one of the biggest VW fans on earth I gotta say thanks what a treat.

[@loucostabile]

Hi NEW ERA MEDIA, AWESOME ! My pleasure reading your comment, and you're welcome, Lou

[@ronbutler6502]

HI LOU MY UNCLE HAD A 49/50 WHICH HE BROUGHT OVER.FROM GERMANY SIMILAR BUT HAD TWO SMALL REAR WINDOWS. LEARNED TO DRIVE STICK IN IT .LOVE VW'S GREAT GERMAN ENGINEERING .STAY SAFE TKS AGAIN

[@loucostabile]

Hi RON, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@davidkastin4240]

Holy Grail of VW's! Love it and the caretaker. I am familiar with these Lou but they are so rare I've never seen one. I'll be keeping an eye out for Ron cruising in his Cabriolet. I live in Az. also.

[@loucostabile]

Hi David, High praise for this VW :-) Hope you see this one in town soon, Lou

[@Goldencountry63]

Thanks Lou and thanks Ron. What a amazing era for automobiles.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Maris Alchimovics , Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@blackscotydog]

Wow that is one rare bug! So great to see it out driving,for people to see! Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi blackscotydog, Happy to share this rare Bug with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

That tool kit in the spare wheel is another 😎 feature too!

[@loucostabile]

Probably not going to see that again.

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Very rare and in tip shop shape what I thought was the coolest thing had the original tool kit plus you got to drive it too cool Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi larry, Happy to share this rare treat. Probably will never see that tool kit in any other video. Driving it was clearly an unexpected wonderful treat for sure! Lou

[@curbowman]

My jaw hit the floor when I saw the tool kit... simply amazing!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Alex, Glad you're enjoying the details with me, Lou

[@krollpeter]

Hazet is like the Mercedes among the toolmakers in Germany.

[@motorTranz]

Extremely rare and cool. Owner has class. And that engine 😍 Thank you.

[@loucostabile]

Hi motorTranz , Happy to read you appreciate this car & realize the rarity of this treat too :-) My pleasure & you're welcome, Lou

[@73twall]

My first car was a 1968 VW bug (automatic stickshift). I was subscribed to Hot VWs magazine for years as a teenager. I always LOVED it when they did stories on Hebmullers. I loved the longer rear decklid. Rumor has it there were one or two hardtops floating around, too. (They looked like VW meets 40 Ford) ;) They are indeed the Grail. Rare as hen's teeth. Never thought I'd see a video on one! But, as always - Lou comes through.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Todd Wall, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1968 Bug :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Chuckles9191991]

That gentleman looks like Superman’s father. Great video Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chuckles9191991 , Hmmm, I never thought about that Superman's Father would drive a Beetle... :-) Happy to read you enjoy this video, Lou

[@martentrudeau6948]

I have never seen the VW Hebmuller Cabriolet before, very nice lines, it's classy and a treat to see. One of the very first VWs since WW2. Having owned a bug I always appreciate them. Thanks Ron it's a fantastic car, and great job Lou, thanks.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marten, Happy to read you appreciate this car & cool you owned a Bug too :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@earthart2010]

You sure come up with some surprises Lou. I never knew anything about this car. Thanks

[@loucostabile]

Hi Linda, Happy to read you're learning from the Channel. I'm learning all the time, and I find that to be so much fun :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@randytim512]

What an honor to be able to drive that rare car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Randy, Truly a sweet unexpected surprise :-) Glad I could share it with you, Lou

[@josephromano6825]

Hi Lou ! Thank you for this rare treat! Nice!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph, Happy to share this rarity with you :-) Lou

[@euc131]

An amazing piece of history !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Neil, Happy to read you appreciate this one :-) Lou

[@bobcrawford5083]

Good one Lou...see now and then in your shots there are a few Speedsters in his garage as well..

[@loucostabile]

Hi bob, Glad you enjoy this one :-) Regarding those Speedsters.....stay tuned, Lou

[@JONMEREDITH]

WOW! What an outstanding video! Thank you!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a WOW! from you. My pleasure sharing & you're welcome.

[@carlfogle6517]

Thank you Lou for this diversion from our crazy world, very cool indeed. God bless you sir

[@loucostabile]

Hi Carl, You're welcome. Glad to share with you. Blessings received. God bless you too, Lou

[@deliciouslifetv7362]

This car is awesome in person honestly..

[@loucostabile]

Hi Deliciouslife Tv, Happy to read you think this car is "awesome" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@rixkafer56]

thanks Lou ! being a long time VW guy the hebmuller was always the best looking vw coach built IMO … my earliest VW was a 56 bug and I loved that car... I currently drive a 65 daily... I believe they called all really early bugs licence plate housings light popes noses ( pre 50 or so) and I think the trans should shift smooth in 2,3,4 but does have a non sycro first... thanks for the in-depth look and ive also seen fiberglass hebmuller kits so you can build one or if you wanted to make a pretty cool hot rod !

[@loucostabile]

Hi rixkafer56, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 56 Bug :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and you're welcome, Lou

[@1hugeturdsundae]

Once again Lou; you have found a very rare car that is virtually unheard of in the world of automotive classics. Ron Clark has a very unique Volkswagen, is very knowledgeable in its history, and has an awesome silvery-white head of hair as well. Thanks for posting!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi 1hugeturdsundae , Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this find & Ron's hair too :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@billace90]

Lou, in these times of pandemia, why bring up a bug? Just kidding! Can’t say it’s beautiful but a rare one indeed. And it’s a 49, the year I was born!

[@loucostabile]

"why bring up a bug?" That's FUNNY :-) Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car & bonus the year you were born too! Lou

[@ImTheDaveman]

This is without a doubt, one super kewl impressive Bug!

[@loucostabile]

Hi ImTheDaveman, Happy to read you find this bug "kewl" :-) Lou

[@ImTheDaveman]

@@loucostabile I have given this some powerful thought and realized that this must have been the 5th Beatle, the one that John, Paul, and George never told Ringo about. (the joke works better phoneticly)

[@brucerobbins755]

What a beautiful car.,not a VW guy but that car rocks. Lou thanks for the dose of vitamin C (car of course)!! Thanks Bruce in Boston 👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce in Boston, It's always good to take proper vitamins :-) Lou

[@jledonne8n8f]

I'm a fan of all air cooled VWs and it's great that you found an extremely rare Hebmuller to feature. I've never seen one in motion! Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi jledonne8n8f, Happy to read you appreciate this rare treat :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. Lou

[@chuckhaugan4970]

I couldn't drive it..... Don't know how you did!! I'd be so afraid of stacking it up or a soccer mom T-boning it.... So cool to see it in the right hands, Ron, for preservation of an icon known around the world.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chuck Haugan, When someone offers me the chance to drive something this rare 1) I'm going to be careful & 2) I'm GOING TO DRIVE IT :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@dastardlydave1455]

Wow, what a great Hebmuller Beetle!! Thanks for taking a look at this one. And you got to drive it. How cool is that? I will forward this video to my friend who has a beetle (25 years newer, lol).

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dastardly Dave, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) VERY cool to drive it! Thanks for sharing the video with your Friend, Lou

[@asdrubalpoker7069]

Perfect!!!! wish i can see one of those before I die!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@JeffKing310]

I had never heard of this until today - very neat car. Impeccable example and you’re right, extremely well built. Thanks for a great Car Story Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read that the Channel is expanding your knowledge. My pleasure sharing this episode with you :-) Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

VERY exquisite for a VW!!

[@loucostabile]

Glad you like it :-)

[@Estebanrb1981]

Simplemente hermoso el Volkswagen Escarabajo Hebmüller modelo 1949.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Estebanrb1981, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@rudyprankl5676]

Great Beetle Lou ! Thanks for posting.

[@loucostabile]

Thanks Rudy, glad you enjoy this rare bug :-)

[@2098elk]

What a rare and interesting car. Really great and in my eye is very good looking. Thanks for sharing this!

[@loucostabile]

Hi 2098elk, Happy to read you enjoy this rare treat with me :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@dannyal467]

Cars from back then we’re pretty loud compare to cars today but still like old cars better when they had taste thanks for the video Lou! 👍🏻

[@loucostabile]

Hi Danny Al, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@deliciouslifetv7362]

Super rare to see that car in person

[@loucostabile]

Hi Deliciouslife Tv, Glad to red you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

[@edb.3313]

Cool Bug for sure Lou!! :-)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ed B., Glad to read you like this Bug :-) Lou

[@diecastloonie6055]

Lovely old car very cool it's good to have something to take your mind off current events thank you

[@loucostabile]

Hi diecast Loonie, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@scubatrucker6806]

Beautiful

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you like the looks of this car :-)

[@asdrubalpoker7069]

My first car was a beattle, and now I have some of them. down here in Brazil

[@loucostabile]

Hi Asdrúbal Poker, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@ivankuljis1780]

@5:56 One came to Australia.....the Brown one that belong to a German guy l got to know. From memory he allowed a small group of guys to measure it to base the Aussie Heb replica on. Think they made about 20 or so before they ended production.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ivan, Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Nebulasecura]

Absolutely STUNNING! 😍💕I love those cute v dubs! I remember when they used to be quite common.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marilyn Monroe , Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@donaldhollums3278]

I may be wrong, but that Feller likes the German cars doesn't he? I see them sprinkled around the bacground. If I understood correctly you will do an episode with the 356s that are in the garage, Mr. Lou?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Donald, You could say he likes the German cars :-) Regarding the others in the background....stay tuned, Lou

[@markg7030]

I used to moonlight at my friend's body shop about 20 years ago. He had finished a customers classic VW and the man wanted him to restore his Hebmuller next. My friend turned down the job because he did not want to be responsible for a priceless car sitting in his shop for many months. I never got to see it. By the way I prefer classic American cars especially muscle cars but this Hebmuller is very rare in the U.S.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark G, Thank you for viewing, sharing your story, and glad you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

[@ivankuljis1780]

Back in the mid '80s and into the '90s l was buying these VW stamped toolboxes and the equally fab _HAZET Tourist_ that could be used in the 356 or Beetle, for $300. They've appreciated since .....

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ivan, Sounds like you've made a wise investment, Lou

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Nice car Lou. Thanks for sharing

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) My pleasure to share this one with you Big Charlie's Model Garage

[@FernandoGonzalez-sn7fj]

Amazing 😮

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Amazing" :-)

[@Italy55]

wunderbar ✨

[@loucostabile]

Hi Vintage six-four, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@kv2578]

Лу, крутая машина! Привет из Самары, подписался на канал

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing & sharing :-)

[@20alphabet]

Cool little car.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you think this car is cool :-)

[@wiliamcamarda2471]

Show! Belíssimo Volks. Parabéns pelo video Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Wiliam Camarda, Happy to read you enjoy this rare treat :-) Lou

[@zxtenn]

Cool, my 1st car was a 61 bug that was a 40 hp 1200 cc, 61 was 1st year for full synchro transmission and 40 hp, previous was 36, mine had the reserve lever also, I think about 63 they broke down and put in a REAL gas gauge. Wondering if that's the ORIGINAL engine? They weren't a high mileage engine, maybe 60-70 miles and it would need a valve job or even less, LOTS of heat there and the #3 valves were kind of hidden from the cooling fan so that cylinder usually failed 1st.. as years went by they did a few changes. You know its so odd the following VW has because if you look at EARLY AND ORIGINAL VW commercials they were 1 step above a bus, you can see someone in a bus looking down at someone driving a VW in 1 commercial

[@loucostabile]

Hi jim dandy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 61 bug :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

I just heard from a friend of mine who is an avid VW collector and enthusiast and he claims about 600 of these were built so they are indeed scarce..

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing your VW Friends knowledge.

[@pieterschijen1111]

Pope’s nose refers to the registration plate light of “normal” split window beetles

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pieter, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@plymouthduster2252]

You dont see many Volkswagen Beetles that early year model. Reminded me of the 1952 Max Hoffman Beetle that Mike Wolfe bought on the T.V. show American Pickers.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this VW :-) Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

😎 turn signal!!

[@loucostabile]

Nice touch.

[@terrym5023]

Rare as a hen's tooth! 😬. Nice job Lou and Ron

[@loucostabile]

Hi X K, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

[@gabrieladelamora-p8p]

A RARE BEAUTY HARD TO FIND

[@loucostabile]

....only one I've seen. Happy to get the chance to share it with you.

[@danmar007]

Best Bug ever.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@danmar007]

@@loucostabile Indeed! I owned a 1973 Sport Bug (the Yellow model) for 13 years (bought new). :)

[@gaucho69gaucho71]

Sensacional!👋👋👋👋

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@hcombs0104]

Again, nice show! But now I need to research when did VW introduce the gas gauge? BTW really love the tool kit...

[@hcombs0104]

Quick research says it was introduced on July 31, 1961 for the 1962 model year. That's pretty late! My '66 VW had it, of course, but it tended to get stuck in place, and I would have to tap on it lightly to see the right amount. And trying to jump-start a six-volt when most cars were 12 was a huge mistake!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing & sharing your research.

[@sforza209]

Wow what are the chances of this! I literally was just looking up hebs! They are fantastically beautiful! And super super expensive!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Giancarlo Eiras , Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@ivankuljis1780]

Being slightly picky here, but the semaphores should be ribbed that early. Our '53 Aussie Oval was delivered with ribbed type ( Built in December '53)....sold new in early '54 as one of the first 31 Beetles sent to Australia.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ivan, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@Thefuturelooksbight]

I always love the VW’s. Looks like a nice place but he’s awful close to the desert. Does he ever have a snake problem in his garage.

[@loucostabile]

P R O, Happy to read you love the VW's :-) Not sure about the snake issue, Lou

[@Thefuturelooksbight]

Lou Costabile Well it looks like he’s in the middle of the desert with rattlesnakes just curious

[@plunkervillerr1529]

Enjoy ! before long none of us will be able to afford the hobby .

[@loucostabile]

Hi 50s Lover, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@AndrewGraham07]

Side profile of this Hebmüller offers almost perfect symmetry. Knowledgeable owner impresses throughout, but the plethora of badges attached to this car might better be displayed elsewhere. Lou’s quite correct suggesting a four seater might indeed be called a “Viersitzer”. Hazet still manufacture the best tools for cars, new or old.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew, Glad to see you back on the Channel commenting. It's a treat, and been to long. Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@michaelbenardo5695]

Should put an air cleaner on it. These engines are very rare

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Thank you for sharing a tip. Lou

[@midnightgambler3718]

How sweet is that???

[@loucostabile]

Hi Midnight Gambler, Pretty rare sweet treat :-) Lou

[@estpst]

This is a neat car, did he restore it?

[@loucostabile]

Hi itsjustme , Happy to read you this think this car is neat :-) Not sure who restored it, Lou

[@peterschepens9363]

www.hebmueller-registry.com/home.html Here you find all the info . We try to keep it update. Thanks Peter

[@loucostabile]

Thank you Peter for sharing. Lou

[@irwingaries7394]

What number is this heb..

[@loucostabile]

53

[@irwingaries7394]

I was trying to find number 6 which my brother restored. It was sold after Don died to an Indonesian I think.

[@johnmidget591]

I want to now what is the cost this car now..

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, I have no idea of car values. Lou

[@Bout_TreeFiddy]

Please get some lapel mics! I love the cars and the homage to them and their owners, but the audio could be so much better!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jacob, Thank you for seeing a need. I want to thank you in advance for supporting the Channel, Here is the link to my Patreon account, Lou www.patreon.com/MyCarStoryWithLou

[@jamesbulldogmiller]

“zweisitzer , two seater” “What does that mean? “zwei , two . Sitzer , seater“

[@loucostabile]

Got it :-)

[@edgarribeirodossantos9019]

STELLAR!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Edgar Ribeiro dos Santos, High praise :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@edgarribeirodossantos9019]

@@loucostabile am already subscribed Mr. Costabile! Really enjoy the contents you put in... amazing. But this one touched me deeply cause my first car was a 1970 Beetle. And your video showed a little bit more of their history. Everyone in my family owned a beetle back in the day...stay safe

[@oexiladonilton8249]

Brasil !!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi o exilado Nilton, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@luanloud9454]

Cost

[@loucostabile]

No idea.

[@Mr_Cholmondley_Warner]

That hazet tool kit is stupid expensive.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr Cholmondeley-Warner, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@somersetdc]

Interesting car. I had a Volkswagon as my first car in high school. It wad a 1970 bright yellow sedan. Certainly not as beautiful as this one.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jesse, Happy to read you find this car interesting. Glad to read you had a Bug too :-) Lou

[@derek0609]

Very cool car and interesting story on how they came to be. He needs to see a detailer though and clean up that paint, so many swirls! 😳

[@loucostabile]

Hi Derek, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Thank you for sharing a tip on the paint too, Lou

[@arnaldosantos3864]

Nunca vi desse

[@loucostabile]

Hi Arnaldo Santos, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy, Lou

[@krollpeter]

This and the Stoll Coupe are probably the most beautiful Bugs ever. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2SZnIBsYrmGfKs

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peter, Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@DeadBunny69]

When I was in the USAF stationed in Germany during the 80's I remember seeing several what I believe to be VW bugs (a bit larger if memory serves) only the rear quarter was elongated. In American terms it sort of had the look of a 30-40ish closed rumbleseat only I was under the impression Germans did this modification in order for the rear compartment to house a larger engine. Whether they were mass produced by a company or custom built by individuals I do not know. After leaving Germany I never saw one again. Curious to know what they were?

[@loucostabile]

Hi DeadBunny69, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@Lajos279]

Maybe it was the Type 181? Google for that.