The Story of "Ol Spot" a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle Parked since 1980!

[@VWLifeVW]

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[@charlesmartin7347]

I have some pop out windows and doors and 70s glass and doors and extra vent glass 70 convertible for the doors and deck lid from 70 beetle, convertible top 70, hit me up I'm selling all of my extra parts I'm out of Fort Worth Texas [e-mail] Charles if you are interested ✌️

[@josealcocer2703]

VW life all the way brother !! 💪🏽

[@ekimp252]

The joy that rescuing these old VWs brings y'all is so freaking great!

[@VWLifeVW]

well said!

[@jefflator]

Ol' Spot has "the look". Love it!

[@VWLifeVW]

indeed!

[@Mikefngarage]

good we can get these older guys to give up their cars. otherwise when they pass the kids dont care and the cars get crushed. good job boys.

[@charlesmartin7347]

Yeah it's so sad. Or people know the value and want them for practical free.

[@Mikefngarage]

@@charlesmartin7347 yea for sure. to flip them on the samba. But I do see a lot of guys that think their cars or busses are worth a lot because they see one restored for a super high price. but the cost of restoring them is super high too. I remember when I could build a vw engine for $600 or even 300 in parts. Now 2 grand is about the bottom. For a big engine it can run as much as 8 grand or more just for dual carb engine. metal parts are super high price. hoods fenders used to be 20 bucks now they are 3 to 4 hundred.

[@VWLifeVW]

we were talking about this last night! exactly the kids don't care and off to the scrap yard they go :(

[@fragmich5878]

Congratulations! I know exactly how you feel. My boyfriend and I are working on our barnfind- beetle from 1957. It was ‚sleeping´ for about 40 years. New batterie, new fuel and it was running! Now‘s the time for metal- work. Greetings from Vienna! 😃✌️

[@VWLifeVW]

Oh wow! post a picture of it on our facebook page - facebook.com/VWLifeVW/

[@jamesquintana9137]

I want one of those big VW Life magnets!!

[@VWLifeVW]

custom made :)

[@stuwemhoener5937]

I hope you guys realize how fortunate you are to have a group of VW friends to hang out with, share knowledge and parts and An adventure now and then. I really enjoy watching

[@VWLifeVW]

Yes we do, thanks Stu! i rhymed :)

[@TheParvTubeShow]

VW Life is always about storytelling, not just fixing and rescuing Volkswagens or going on adventures. It's all about storytelling!!! Isn't it right? Parv

[@rundoetx]

Nothing better than uncovering an old VW and bringing it home.

[@VWLifeVW]

indeed!

[@slimpickins3425]

What a awesome find! That 67 has awesome patina, some clear, or some oil and that thing will out live us all! Seeing Mr Peacock sitting there is sad, we all think were gonna go on forever messing around with cars, seeing his shop, and knowing he had to give up his passion and love has to be really hard. Well hope you guys hold on to "Ol Spot", and keep Mr Peacocks memory alive! Thanks for doing what you do!

[@CapnTexan]

Slim, I agree with you 100%, seeing an old shop like Mr Peacock's is a great reminder to us all to enjoy our lives and our VW's as mucha s we can. He was an amazing gentleman to get to know that weekend.

[@VWLifeVW]

yes you come to a point in your life when you realize you can't finish all your projects and you have to let them go, bitter sweet for us to be able to take them on :)

[@Mikefngarage]

little tip on the fuel injection. The injectors always plug up. they open with a small amount of voltage like 1 to 3 volts. We used to snap them with a 9 volt battery to get them to clean up. spray some carb spray and snap them with a little 9 volt battery. Dont hold it on for any amount of time or the injector will fry. just snap for a half second sometimes do it a few times. then it will click. spray some carb spray and use a 1.5 volt battery and spray through them. You can revive old injectors We did it all the time.

[@CapnTexan]

Great tip!!! We are gonna mess with the '78 Vert in the morning some!

[@VWLifeVW]

wow thanks!

[@Mikefngarage]

@@CapnTexan will it run would be cool especially if you can show this to people. might help some guys with late models.. In ca they cannot be carbureted. gotta pass smog.

[@Mikefngarage]

@@CapnTexan also remove and replace all the connections and just spray them with brake spray. If they are copper and corroded. I use tarn ex. but you gotta rince. it off. Most of the problems with old fuel injection are connections.

[@notenoughram3312]

Spot's got some amazing patina! Great find!

[@VWLifeVW]

It does!

[@shortwing]

SA-WEET!!! 67s are the best. I wish I lived in your neighborhood I’d be “buggin” you every weekend.

[@VWLifeVW]

Right on!

[@Alfonso4354]

67 bugs are something special. It’s good to see one on the Chanel!

[@VWLifeVW]

Yep thanks!

[@paulandrewmartin]

Your Channel is the best entertaining Vw stories, my opinion, outstanding.

[@VWLifeVW]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@tapper701]

1967 Volkswagen Beetle, so many one year only specific characteristics/features. Great find ! Slainte' ! Cheers !

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks! Keep livin the #VWLife

[@ianhardin1148]

O; Spot has to just about have the most amazing patina I've seen on VW Life.

[@todddanielson1842]

Hello, Wow ! I too was in Texas for many years(Houston) and in the VW scene way back in 1980. My first VW was a 67 Beetle and like spot. I still have my 1956 Oval Ragtop and a 1962 Split window Bus. My parts collection has passed the normal range and will be selling off some of it soon.(all 50's&60's) 40 plus years into V-dubs. It is not hording ! It's a passion. Ha ha Glad to see the channel and Thank You for all you do guys !

[@VWLifeVW]

That's cool wish you were close so we could see your stash!

[@mr.goodpliers6988]

What a fun day. Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@VWLifeVW]

Our pleasure!

[@shaggyred1]

This is such an inspiration, It give’s me hope to one day owning another bus and hopefully more. Thank You for sharing.

[@VWLifeVW]

Glad to do it Anthony!

[@johnnewcomb1128]

You guys are right, the stories make our vws special

[@VWLifeVW]

yep indeed :)

[@kevinengland8209]

Wrench turning videos are my favorite !! Good Times !! #VWLIFE

[@VWLifeVW]

Nice

[@rossmckee2709]

It's so good to see you three. I think Ol' Spot is a real gem.

[@VWLifeVW]

Indeed!

[@austinswallow]

It just shows these original cars are still out there! Well spotted and even better retrieving look forward to seeing the convertible being recovered! Great filming as usual! Greeting from UK!

[@VWLifeVW]

Thank you very much!

[@blake9960]

i love the story behind ‘Ol Spot! I love those bumpers too, wish they had them like that in 69 (or an option like it)

[@blake9960]

oh also where can i find the BUG vw life shirts?

[@VWLifeVW]

we ran out of that design :(

[@blake9960]

@@VWLifeVW can you let me know if or when you guys get them back? Like put it in a video or something? lol thanks brothers. also got a funny story for you. my beetle ran yesterday, and now it doesn’t want to lol. that’s the vw life

[@tiyukitv6508]

im a fan of your channel... been watching it a lot. Texas is too far from us, hope to see you on the road one day guys. thanks. keep inspiring us. keep safe.

[@VWLifeVW]

That would be cool!

[@ibrewster]

Most excellent find gentlemen. Looking forward to watching the story of Ol'Spot comming back to life! You've gotta print some Ol'Spot T-Shirts with that big VWLife magnet on it.

[@VWLifeVW]

we hope to do that!

[@argotamauricio]

OH YEAAAAH! Looking forward to see the progress of this project!!

[@VWLifeVW]

going to be fun!

[@snowdogs59]

What a score! Oil spot is the prettiest bug I’ve ever seen and it’s a 67! You should do the Mustie 1 wax technique on it. And a nice looking FI vert, to boot, wow!

[@VWLifeVW]

yes wei'll wax it, not with a toilet bowl wax ring though.

[@joelpollock6282]

DANGIT BOYS!!!! I want this car! Great work. Great video.

[@VWLifeVW]

you're out of VWs! :)

[@dennisc.1189]

"Ol Spot", you got to love that name and the story behind it and how much that car meant to him.

[@VWLifeVW]

yes we hope to be half as good an owner he was :)

[@martinjones2397]

Great find can’t wait to see it brought back to life

[@VWLifeVW]

going to be epic!

[@pattysmith4991]

What a great story. I’m glad you are going back for the convertible. Ohana - nobody gets left behind or forgotten 😁

[@VWLifeVW]

Us too!

[@jillianvanliew]

Nice (double) find!! definitely looking forward to the '78 Convertible!!! So glad you boys found those VWs.

[@VWLifeVW]

More to come!

[@crackpotts5347]

Truly is a bootiful relic! Can't wait to see it come to life and make some smiles! Great video guys! #VWLIFE 4 LIFE!

[@VWLifeVW]

Fingers crossed!

[@wesheffner2629]

what a beautiful beetle. please keep us updated

[@VWLifeVW]

will do!

[@TateReggie]

The patina on that '67 Bug is sexy. I'm glad that you're not going to repaint it. Looking forward to the update vids.

[@VWLifeVW]

indeed :)

[@michaelwierenga1926]

That is a fantastic find. Great patina on that lovely bug. Well worth that 6 hour drive. And a soft top '78. Guys stop!

[@VWLifeVW]

ha ha ha, it was an exciting day :)

[@davidryan573]

Yeah we have a winch, we call him “Jake “. Awesome find, love the Story.

[@VWLifeVW]

ha ha that's right

[@vwcoco]

Wow !! What a great find and the patina is saweet !! Looking forward to the cabrio also thanks for sharing !!

[@VWLifeVW]

Indeed it's amazing

[@charleslawrence7194]

You guys must have an outrageous network of leads. Mr Peacock must have loads of stories. I spent another visit with the fellow I met with 50 years running a shop. He still races a car and will be at track near Cleveland, North of Houston this weekend. Glad you got both cars and looking forward to the progress. Y'all got it going on!!

[@VWLifeVW]

yes sir, i wish we got so much more of his stories on video. hopefully we remember half the stuff he told us :)

[@mayinnlin1879]

Thank you for sharing. What a beautiful story beautiful beetle! Congratulations awesome guys. Love it 😍👍👏

[@VWLifeVW]

Thank you too!

[@gregmurray7419]

Fantastic save guys. Great patina.

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks 👍

[@jeremyvantspyker9286]

You guys really need an electric winch on that trailer. Love the stories you bring to the world. Thanks

[@VWLifeVW]

we do have a winch but decided it would be more fun to push it! us old men can use the exercise.

[@antoniorivera6187]

Hey guys great video to see you guys bring home old spot and bring him back to life can’t wait to see that video keep up the good videos 👍🏻god bless be safe

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks 👍

[@jenny80myles]

Love the stories and love the convertible beetle. Can't wait for you guys to bring it back to life.

[@VWLifeVW]

that one we are going to find a new home for.

[@sobelou]

Wow!! What a great and inspiring video!! Old Spot reminds me of my old 67, right down to the Empi exhaust. I am so looking forward to enjoying the progress as it comes back to life, thanks!! (and Jake, please wear a seat belt while riding in the back? I know you guys are excellent drivers, but there are so many crazies out there...

[@VWLifeVW]

thanks good suggestion :)

[@olafmccreary2254]

What a great find. Go Spot go!

[@VWLifeVW]

i like that "go spot go"!

[@Splashdown99]

Amazing finds! It was great seeing that gentleman talk about his family’s Bugs. Great episode!

[@VWLifeVW]

indeed :)

[@deeferguson9272]

What a great old bug !!! She is something special. The ragtop color is unusual. Is that one of what they called a "champagne edition" beetle of the 70's ?

[@VWLifeVW]

yes It’s a Champagne Edition and that color is rare, Peach Red Metallic, around 200 made

[@russellthornhill9436]

67 bugs are cool that was my first car it broke down in 94 around Christmas my dad was supposed to go back and get it and it never happened miss the old car. Like looking at y'all's work.

[@VWLifeVW]

You should find out another 67!

[@russellthornhill9436]

It would be awesome to come across my old bug it was left in west brooke tx in 1994 right before Christmas.

[@Kitty-bo9ch]

please post videos of the roadstoration/restoration of this car. Loved seeing the videos you guys did on the Harvest Beetle and the Orange Menace restoration videos

[@VWLifeVW]

We are going to try

[@chavorucosnkombies]

missed oppertunity should have made him an offer on that generator you guys need one plus an air compressor as much as you guys buy and load up vws great videos btw

[@gorillasnacks3393]

Oh man! Great stuff!! I have a 67 beetle, and 2 years ago I had basically the bottom 6"of the car replaced. Lol The floor pans, running boards, heater channels, fire wall, you name it. If it had rust, it was all cut out and replaced. Also did a front disc brake conversion, and new master cylinder, rear brakes, lines, tires, fuel lines, everything. Now, after all the body work the damn engine won't run right! I've had it to 2 different VW shops, and it still won't run. I'm at the end of my rope with it. If I lived in Texas, I would have you guys look at it! I know you could figure it out.

[@VWLifeVW]

that's odd, sometimes you just need to keep at it. you'll figure it out!

[@TheOneshot78]

Great job guys, enjoying the show from Afghanistan still. Be home for good in February...

[@CapnTexan]

Get Home safe Ruben and THANK YOU for your service!

[@VWLifeVW]

be safe and thanks Ruben!

[@OFFAxisBuilds]

I love to hear good stories like this.

[@lionelmoodley3238]

Hi Guys Checking you out from South Africa and just subscribed. I have a Vw Type3 Fastback and a Jetta 5 tdi. Had a 69 Karmann Ghia 1500. a 63 bug and a 78 bug. Vw is in the blood. Keep up the great work.

[@VWLifeVW]

very nice thanks for sharing! post a picture of it on our facebook page - facebook.com/VWLifeVW/

[@thatoneidiotnamedme6990]

I Love 67s! That’s the Same your as mine! I believe mine has an air conditioning too!

[@VWLifeVW]

Very cool post a picture of it on our Facebook page

[@thatoneidiotnamedme6990]

VW Life done! 😁✌🏻

[@LAGuitarnetwork]

I prefer the smaller window pre ‘65 beetles but I’d make an exception for this killer patina

[@yippiekiyaybiznitch7128]

My buddy Elliott and his ruby red 67 bug were my introduction to VW's. I'm a type 3 guy but if I were to buy a bug again it would have to be my favorite bastard year 67.

[@VWLifeVW]

yep good call :)

[@jasonswearingen4675]

Congrats! That thing is so sweet! Looking forward to future episodes.

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks 👍

[@hillbillyvwnut1205]

Oooo yea what a awesome save I love the looks of ol spot

[@VWLifeVW]

it's pretty awesome :)

[@mcbeardface]

Can’t wait to see the project videos for this one

[@VWLifeVW]

can't wait to make them!

[@BJCRfilms]

ayy! I never get tired of these vids!

[@VWLifeVW]

awesome!

[@skiduech]

thats awesome. I recently found a 66 out in a field full of cars. It has similar patina.

[@VWLifeVW]

Oh wow!

[@tonypeters8298]

Down under we'd call that "Ozi Red". Great work guys. Love the channel.

[@VWLifeVW]

Cool, thanks

[@tomcartmill401]

Hey Tony.

[@SteveYourFLRealtor]

Omg! Perfect patina... jealous! Looking forward to see it on the road.

[@VWLifeVW]

Can't wait!

[@terryfleming7084]

Are you guys going to save the convertible? You said something about learning about fuel injection. Should have listened to the end! Thanks for saving them!

[@VWLifeVW]

it's going to be for sale. going to try to get it running first

[@jamesvw]

Another great video guys, absolutely love the patina on "Ol Spot". Look forward to seeing the first start. As always, have a great weekend. Cheers :-)

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks, you too!

[@dalewyatt1321]

That thing is brilliant.

[@VWLifeVW]

right!?

[@elpez71]

I live in west Fort Worth so y’all where very close to where I stay that’s Awesome. Keep up work Amigos I’ll buy merchandise on my next paycheck thanks 😊

[@VWLifeVW]

thanks Johh!

[@notchboy]

OOOhh I hope that people see and like this VW life that we are living, lol.

[@HapticGarage]

We'll all be in this position some day. We can only hope to pass our cars on to people like y'all who appreciate them for what they are.

[@VWLifeVW]

wow nicely put , bitter sweet...

[@nuttfarmgarage6434]

Another great save!

[@VWLifeVW]

I think so too!

[@leudissantana4811]

Excelente hallazgo, espero una segunda parte de este episodio.... bendiciones para todo el equipo.

[@VWLifeVW]

gracias!

[@vdub618]

love the patina on ol spot. great job saving a beauty

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks 👍

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Thanks guys! Always a pleasure to check out ya videos! ✌🤟

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks again!

[@WolfHausMotorwerks]

Awesome guys! Can’t wait to see how it turns out!

[@VWLifeVW]

Fingers crossed!

[@straightaxledubs]

Ol Spot sure has an interesting story, cant wait to see it on the road again!

[@VWLifeVW]

You and me both!

[@twocanplayatthat]

Such a cool car! Love it! Can't wait to see it on the road again. Great work guys. :)

[@VWLifeVW]

yeah going to be awesome!

[@twocanplayatthat]

@@VWLifeVW Yeah!

[@ianwiggins7128]

You love your VW is down here what's the fascination with Ian old car but what is it what is special about him👍

[@TMC1877]

Seeing Ol' Spot, a year newer than my bug, with as little rot on it makes me jealous

[@RobStapleton]

Wow! You guys found a good one!

[@VWLifeVW]

Yeah crazy day!

[@GilmoreLion]

Nice find guys! Plus Whataburger AND Buc-ee's in the SAME video? How Texas can you get?!

[@VWLifeVW]

Cowboy hats and mustaches!

[@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn]

I am surprised you did not have a bigger trailer to haul the 1967, & the convertible, maybe once Ol.Spot is fixed, and running again, you can goto Mr. Peacock's house, and give him a ride in Ol Spot.

[@VWLifeVW]

that would be cool!

[@carlosnox91]

Increíble proyecto ya queremos ver más saludos desde México

[@VWLifeVW]

gracias!

[@carlosnox91]

@@VWLifeVW muy pocos youtuber se toman el tiempo de responder a sus suscriptores no solo son profecionales sino muy humildes más a ya de la barrera del lenguaje me encanta sus vídeos todos se ven como amigos haciendo juntos lo que más les gusta

[@courtneyhardin6295]

I love this story!

[@VWLifeVW]

thanks! :)

[@jasonmessick4689]

I would love to have that Peach Champagne edition II with the a/c!

[@VWLifeVW]

it's going to be for sale soon

[@bubot17]

that will be a great looking runner

[@VWLifeVW]

yeah can't wait!

[@craigkearns6425]

Wow, beautiful bug 😍

[@VWLifeVW]

Indeed!

[@VWRICH23]

Can't wait for the resurrection of Ol Spot 👍

[@VWLifeVW]

same here!

[@backyardbuggies939]

Love that patina, makes me wanna start work on my 64. 🐞

[@VWLifeVW]

You can do it!

[@Oyvind88]

Love the patina😀🇳🇴👍

[@samuelobregon5521]

Thank you for sharing 'Ol spot story, I'm also curious, do you restore beetles for customers? Thank you

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks no we do not

[@branchsnapper2228]

Incredible patina

[@VWLifeVW]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@wadelewis6992]

Wow what a great video and story. Looking forward to many more great videos. ✌🏻❤️ VWLIFE

[@VWLifeVW]

Thanks so much!

[@backyardkombi5466]

I’m slowly catching up on episodes. This looked like a real adventure. Two bugs!

[@VWLifeVW]

it was so cool!

[@sweetlowLopez]

I love your channel I don’t miss any 💪🏽🙌🏽. I just bought your sticker I’m placing it on my 68 for sure. 🤙🏽

[@VWLifeVW]

Appreciate it!!

[@VwRosstorations]

Patina is on point....👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@VWLifeVW]

so much patina!

[@marcijunebug]

Great video guys! Really looking forward to seeing where this one goes from here👍

[@VWLifeVW]

We can't wait to see it on the road!