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

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Join us as we go on a road trip to Dallas TX to buy Ol Spot. We talke with the owner and learn it's history. We take it home and plan to have it back on the road soon!
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@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
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@charlesmartin7347
@charlesmartin7347 4 жыл бұрын
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 nicerealnice1@gmail.com Charles if you are interested ✌️
@josealcocer2703
@josealcocer2703 4 жыл бұрын
VW life all the way brother !! 💪🏽
@Mikefngarage
@Mikefngarage 4 жыл бұрын
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
@charlesmartin7347 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's so sad. Or people know the value and want them for practical free.
@Mikefngarage
@Mikefngarage 4 жыл бұрын
@@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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we were talking about this last night! exactly the kids don't care and off to the scrap yard they go :(
@paulandrewmartin
@paulandrewmartin 4 жыл бұрын
Your Channel is the best entertaining Vw stories, my opinion, outstanding.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@johnnewcomb1128
@johnnewcomb1128 4 жыл бұрын
You guys are right, the stories make our vws special
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yep indeed :)
@rossmckee2709
@rossmckee2709 4 жыл бұрын
It's so good to see you three. I think Ol' Spot is a real gem.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@TateReggie
@TateReggie 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
indeed :)
@deeferguson9272
@deeferguson9272 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes It’s a Champagne Edition and that color is rare, Peach Red Metallic, around 200 made
@russellthornhill9436
@russellthornhill9436 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
You should find out another 67!
@russellthornhill9436
@russellthornhill9436 4 жыл бұрын
It would be awesome to come across my old bug it was left in west brooke tx in 1994 right before Christmas.
@dalewyatt1321
@dalewyatt1321 4 жыл бұрын
That thing is brilliant.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
right!?
@jeremyvantspyker9286
@jeremyvantspyker9286 4 жыл бұрын
You guys really need an electric winch on that trailer. Love the stories you bring to the world. Thanks
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we do have a winch but decided it would be more fun to push it! us old men can use the exercise.
@HapticGarage
@HapticGarage 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
wow nicely put , bitter sweet...
@LAGuitarnetwork
@LAGuitarnetwork 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the smaller window pre ‘65 beetles but I’d make an exception for this killer patina
@vwcoco
@vwcoco 4 жыл бұрын
Wow !! What a great find and the patina is saweet !! Looking forward to the cabrio also thanks for sharing !!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Indeed it's amazing
@chavorucosnkombies
@chavorucosnkombies 2 жыл бұрын
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
@jillianvanliew
@jillianvanliew 4 жыл бұрын
Nice (double) find!! definitely looking forward to the '78 Convertible!!! So glad you boys found those VWs.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@RobStapleton
@RobStapleton 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! You guys found a good one!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah crazy day!
@michaelwierenga1926
@michaelwierenga1926 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
ha ha ha, it was an exciting day :)
@jefflator
@jefflator 4 жыл бұрын
Ol' Spot has "the look". Love it!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
indeed!
@jamesquintana9137
@jamesquintana9137 4 жыл бұрын
I want one of those big VW Life magnets!!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
custom made :)
@straightaxledubs
@straightaxledubs 4 жыл бұрын
Ol Spot sure has an interesting story, cant wait to see it on the road again!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@SteveYourFLRealtor
@SteveYourFLRealtor 4 жыл бұрын
Omg! Perfect patina... jealous! Looking forward to see it on the road.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait!
@TheParvTubeShow
@TheParvTubeShow 3 жыл бұрын
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
@vdub618
@vdub618 4 жыл бұрын
love the patina on ol spot. great job saving a beauty
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@Schlipperschlopper
@Schlipperschlopper 3 жыл бұрын
Sadly from 2030 on all combustion cars including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing all conventional fuel stations to only one state operated central gas station per city or county. Now they want to slow down all the gas station fuel pumps from 20 litre per minute to 2 litre per minute...From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any longer....They even created a new kind of crime here, called emissions and smoke crime. Problem is China, China told our EU politicians that they wont do any business with underdeveloped countries that still allow CO2 emitting traffic after 2030...I am sure the UK also will be forced by China to 120% electric traffic because today no industrialized country can afford sanctions by China....:-(
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
that gives us 9 years to enjoy them
@sweetlowLopez
@sweetlowLopez 4 жыл бұрын
I love your channel I don’t miss any 💪🏽🙌🏽. I just bought your sticker I’m placing it on my 68 for sure. 🤙🏽
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!!
@masiosare42
@masiosare42 4 жыл бұрын
Que belleza! What a beauty!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes! :)
@backyardbuggies939
@backyardbuggies939 4 жыл бұрын
Love that patina, makes me wanna start work on my 64. 🐞
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@leudissantana4811
@leudissantana4811 4 жыл бұрын
Excelente hallazgo, espero una segunda parte de este episodio.... bendiciones para todo el equipo.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
gracias!
@Mikefngarage
@Mikefngarage 4 жыл бұрын
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
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
Great tip!!! We are gonna mess with the '78 Vert in the morning some!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
wow thanks!
@Mikefngarage
@Mikefngarage 4 жыл бұрын
@@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
@Mikefngarage 4 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@RonGunnerRetzlaff
@RonGunnerRetzlaff 3 жыл бұрын
My daughters' 1st car was a Flintstone special (both pans rotted out). I replaced both pans in our parking space in military housing. Rewired the entire car with a painless wiring harness universal kit. Bought it with 2 full interior kits and both full pans for $275, got it put back together and ran it around for a while before selling it for $500.
@fragmich5878
@fragmich5878 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! post a picture of it on our facebook page - facebook.com/VWLifeVW/
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn 4 жыл бұрын
Have you guys thought about a tow bar like the one the RVs use to haul the car, you guys could get a lot of use out of it, especially if the car is a roller.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we used one for years before getting the trailer this year
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn 4 жыл бұрын
@@VWLifeVW The reason I say, is because, you could use bot the trailer & the tow bar, this way like when you towed Ol Spot away, you could have gotten the awesome convertible, or make like some kind of dollies this way you can tow two cars, what happened to the Volkswagen Vanagon, that you guys saw, I believe it is a 1980 model that was abandoned or somebody just left it there, that would have been a perfect work truck,/ parts hauler, lot*s of space .
@shortwing
@shortwing 4 жыл бұрын
SA-WEET!!! 67s are the best. I wish I lived in your neighborhood I’d be “buggin” you every weekend.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Right on!
@haydenchasteen8521
@haydenchasteen8521 4 жыл бұрын
During the 80's and 90's, I used to cruise the neighborhoods of Hurst, Euless and Bedford looking for bugs in backyards and driveways. I happened upon a 67 in Euless with flat tires sitting in a driveway. I knocked on the door and talked to the lady of the house. She said she got the car in a divorce and she would be happy to see it gone. I think I may have paid her $300. Anyway, I put on tires and dragged it home. I spent a few weeks cleaning it up and getting the engine running, poorly but running and took it down to Ennis for a Bug In or Big Bug Shoot Out to sell it. At some point early in the day, before I actually sold the car, a man walked up and proceeded to tell me a story about how he had lost a bug just like this one in a divorce and he really missed it. I innocently asked where his wife lived as "I might be interested in buying it". He told me that she lived in Euless but that he had driven by a few days ago and it was gone. I commiserated with his loss, knowing that his bug was right in front of him. Later that day I sold the car for about $1200 or so. Every car has a story......
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
that's pretty amazing, they all do have a story!
@dissectdesigns
@dissectdesigns 4 жыл бұрын
Hey I love how you guys are all one big community. I love how you all help each other out no matter what time of the day it is. Obviously you guys love your splits and some bays, but do you think owning a vanagon gives you access to this sort of community or is it frowned upon? This is a serious question as I'm wanting that lifestyle, but can only really afford a T25 (vanagon) Thanks!
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
I think Vanagons are cool. Others may not, but I've had a couple of air cooled Vanagon Westys and they were great camping machines! Keep the VW motor in it if you can!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
as Gary said, yes! get out and participate and you'll have a great time.
@dissectdesigns
@dissectdesigns 4 жыл бұрын
@@CapnTexan Thanks Gary! You've spurred me on to get one! I'm still debating whether I save more and get a bay, but that's a different story :)
@dissectdesigns
@dissectdesigns 4 жыл бұрын
@@VWLifeVW Thanks for the reply! Keep up the good work!
@LiltruckerDarkspear
@LiltruckerDarkspear 4 жыл бұрын
nice find fella's!! why not put a winch on that trailer and make things a bit easier just saying lol.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we need the exercise! we have a winch on the trailer but that wouldn't have been as fun :)
@ekimp252
@ekimp252 4 жыл бұрын
The joy that rescuing these old VWs brings y'all is so freaking great!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
well said!
@notenoughram3312
@notenoughram3312 3 жыл бұрын
Spot's got some amazing patina! Great find!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
It does!
@bigmike123ization
@bigmike123ization 4 жыл бұрын
Did You Buy the Red Convertible for Mr Peacock????
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Yes
@ianwiggins7128
@ianwiggins7128 4 жыл бұрын
You love your VW is down here what's the fascination with Ian old car but what is it what is special about him👍
@dmons2943
@dmons2943 4 жыл бұрын
I have watched your channel for some time and I see you have an Astro tow truck. Have you ever had any problems concerning the trans boiling the fluid out while on the road. I have a Safari and would like to use it for pulling a trailer. I have owned 2 beetles and like them. My were 1956 and 1963.
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
I have towed VW's with Astro vans for over 30 years. Never had an issue, knock on wood. "D-White" the Astro Van is fixing to get some helper springs as the old leafs are just about wore out.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it tows great
@dubworldvwadventures
@dubworldvwadventures 4 жыл бұрын
Love a good rescue! You guys going to keep the a/c in the 67? I’m looking for an under dash unit.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Not sure yet
@joelpollock6282
@joelpollock6282 4 жыл бұрын
DANGIT BOYS!!!! I want this car! Great work. Great video.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
you're out of VWs! :)
@BoostedVW
@BoostedVW 4 жыл бұрын
That convertible is also a bit special, it’s a champagne II edition in peach red metallic, they only made a few hundred in that colour.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes apparently pretty special thanks!
@tiyukitv6508
@tiyukitv6508 3 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
That would be cool!
@mr.goodpliers6988
@mr.goodpliers6988 3 жыл бұрын
What a fun day. Thanks for sharing this with us!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@ianhardin1148
@ianhardin1148 Жыл бұрын
O; Spot has to just about have the most amazing patina I've seen on VW Life.
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
that would be cool!
@notchboy
@notchboy 3 жыл бұрын
OOOhh I hope that people see and like this VW life that we are living, lol.
@todddanielson1842
@todddanielson1842 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
That's cool wish you were close so we could see your stash!
@joshuapoche5137
@joshuapoche5137 4 жыл бұрын
Before i even finish the video is the blue one gonna be for sale?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
not anytime soon :(
@vintagevwsalesandkeyservices
@vintagevwsalesandkeyservices 4 жыл бұрын
Correct, VW Blue is L633, I own one. I’m glad your a going back for that ‘78. It’s a Champagne Edition and that color is rare, Peach Red Metallic, around 200 made. I sold a low mileage one a few years back, you can see a video of it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2O0knV5q5iBedE. Good luck on the projects.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks for sharing!
@lionelmoodley3238
@lionelmoodley3238 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
very nice thanks for sharing! post a picture of it on our facebook page - facebook.com/VWLifeVW/
@sobelou
@sobelou 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
thanks good suggestion :)
@boxerloverakavalerie6997
@boxerloverakavalerie6997 4 жыл бұрын
Would u like to buy another 67 with pop out windows?? I live in Northern California
@tommiesmith3369
@tommiesmith3369 4 жыл бұрын
Vwlifevw@gmail.com contact us 😎
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@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes email us at Vwlifevw@gmail.com
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
You can never have enough 67s!!!
@tapper701
@tapper701 4 жыл бұрын
1967 Volkswagen Beetle, so many one year only specific characteristics/features. Great find ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Keep livin the #VWLife
@snowdogs59
@snowdogs59 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes wei'll wax it, not with a toilet bowl wax ring though.
@krisclifft1943
@krisclifft1943 3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, I’m not the most tech person around with you tube, I’d made a recent purchase of a type 1 and it is possibly very rare. Wanted to private message about what I have and see what you guys know about it. Thank you
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@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
Vwlifevw@gmail.com
@terryfleming7084
@terryfleming7084 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it's going to be for sale. going to try to get it running first
@amylangley5367
@amylangley5367 4 жыл бұрын
Oh my god I met you to day 10/14/2020
@backyardkombi5466
@backyardkombi5466 3 жыл бұрын
I’m slowly catching up on episodes. This looked like a real adventure. Two bugs!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
it was so cool!
@mayinnlin1879
@mayinnlin1879 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. What a beautiful story beautiful beetle! Congratulations awesome guys. Love it 😍👍👏
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you too!
@argotamauricio
@argotamauricio 4 жыл бұрын
OH YEAAAAH! Looking forward to see the progress of this project!!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
going to be fun!
@VWKID61
@VWKID61 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Gary !! Do you know any Baton Rouge Air Coolers ?
@gaddmeister
@gaddmeister 4 жыл бұрын
Very rare change over year. 68 model, with upright headlights, but still on 5 stud wheels. Keep it original please there aren't many of these left.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@davidryan573
@davidryan573 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah we have a winch, we call him “Jake “. Awesome find, love the Story.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
ha ha that's right
@GilmoreLion
@GilmoreLion 4 жыл бұрын
Nice find guys! Plus Whataburger AND Buc-ee's in the SAME video? How Texas can you get?!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Cowboy hats and mustaches!
@shaggyred1
@shaggyred1 2 жыл бұрын
This is such an inspiration, It give’s me hope to one day owning another bus and hopefully more. Thank You for sharing.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to do it Anthony!
@stuwemhoener5937
@stuwemhoener5937 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Yes we do, thanks Stu! i rhymed :)
@antoniorivera6187
@antoniorivera6187 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@garryturner440
@garryturner440 4 жыл бұрын
Ok, should have waited until the end to see that your getting the other vw, doh !!!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
ah :)
@samuelobregon5521
@samuelobregon5521 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing 'Ol spot story, I'm also curious, do you restore beetles for customers? Thank you
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks no we do not
@Kitty-bo9ch
@Kitty-bo9ch 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
We are going to try
@NormT2a
@NormT2a 4 жыл бұрын
Great car. Whats up with Martin s blue bug? Martin his name right? If not apologies. 🤙🏻
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
that's right, it's Martin. It's still in the storage unit. He's waiting to get his shed built.
@dennisc.1189
@dennisc.1189 4 жыл бұрын
"Ol Spot", you got to love that name and the story behind it and how much that car meant to him.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
yes we hope to be half as good an owner he was :)
@arrprod7003
@arrprod7003 4 жыл бұрын
Hi guys from France. My Beetle need a New stocker. Could you help me??? ;)
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
buy us plane tickets!
@skiduech
@skiduech 4 жыл бұрын
thats awesome. I recently found a 66 out in a field full of cars. It has similar patina.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow!
@secoff1
@secoff1 4 жыл бұрын
Gary please be careful with no mask.you are no spring chicken and I 'd hate to see you get sick!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
thanks scott :)
@ronspringer1276
@ronspringer1276 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry about my previous comment, I shouldn't have been so quick to criticize your wearing of masks , perhaps you feel that it is the right thing to do but I feel strongly against the mask thing. Thats my opinion. I honestly do love what you guys are doing. Peace and VW's forever
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
No worries Ron, we had 2 reasons for the masks on this VW Rescue: 1. Lots of rat poop all over-hanta virus loves that stuff . 2. In reference to Mr Peacock, we tried to keep our distance and wear masks when we could.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it's cool
@slimpickins3425
@slimpickins3425 4 жыл бұрын
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
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
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
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@christianmains8418
@christianmains8418 2 жыл бұрын
What do you think of owning a 1975, and older, Volkswagen beetle to avoid CA smog test. would it be cost effective, or would maintenance cost be greater? I found a nice one for 16,000
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 2 жыл бұрын
$60,000 or $6,000?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 2 жыл бұрын
@@christianmains8418 it better be nice at $16,000 that seems high but who knows. do you have a link to the ad?
@nickacoutin2505
@nickacoutin2505 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to know where my 65 67 and 68 are now I remember where the 65 went to Japan.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 3 жыл бұрын
Post pictures of them on our Facebook page facebook.com/VWLifeVW/
@NotaMechanicJack
@NotaMechanicJack 4 жыл бұрын
Where are you guys from? Ol sport looks solid! Maybe we can collaborate on video sometime
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
central texas
@NotaMechanicJack
@NotaMechanicJack 4 жыл бұрын
We’re in Houston/San Antonio
@NotaMechanicJack
@NotaMechanicJack 4 жыл бұрын
VW Life maybe we can collaborate since we’re used to GM vehicle I’m just getting onto the VW Life-Style ha
@251forced
@251forced 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Love your content. What newer style size is the biggest I may fit on a 58 beetle that is six hours away on flat tires. I want to make rollers that I will make back home before I leave. Thanks in advance
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Not sure
@251forced
@251forced 4 жыл бұрын
@@VWLifeVW thanks what size tire fits stock 58 beetle rrim? what do you guys use as rollers when saving VWS? best fit? thanks again
@thatoneidiotnamedme6990
@thatoneidiotnamedme6990 4 жыл бұрын
I Love 67s! That’s the Same your as mine! I believe mine has an air conditioning too!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Very cool post a picture of it on our Facebook page
@thatoneidiotnamedme6990
@thatoneidiotnamedme6990 4 жыл бұрын
VW Life done! 😁✌🏻
@nadeemsalam1354
@nadeemsalam1354 4 жыл бұрын
Hello I just want to ask about the second beetle in this vedio Is it for sell?!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it's already sold
@kevinengland8209
@kevinengland8209 Жыл бұрын
Wrench turning videos are my favorite !! Good Times !! #VWLIFE
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW Жыл бұрын
Nice
@williamlovely450
@williamlovely450 2 жыл бұрын
my toyota privia isnamed egg roll so some of us name our toyotas the privias are a cult van
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 2 жыл бұрын
Ha those are pretty cool
@alanfilip8896
@alanfilip8896 4 жыл бұрын
You need to call the convertible miss peacock
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
good idea!
@Alfonso4354
@Alfonso4354 4 жыл бұрын
67 bugs are something special. It’s good to see one on the Chanel!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Yep thanks!
@awsomeassistantthebest1825
@awsomeassistantthebest1825 4 жыл бұрын
and buy the way I'm gonna say it again where in the heck is the other 67 with all the part's in it You guys are seriously confusing me, Which one of the 67s are you guys going to start on. come on fellas Hehehehehe
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it's in the garage under a tarp :) ol spot is going to be worked on first
@awsomeassistantthebest1825
@awsomeassistantthebest1825 4 жыл бұрын
@@VWLifeVW hopefully my dreams are going to be ansured by Sunday. I should have $8000 in my hand and looking for a vw bug to restore. like a 66 like you guys did the 65 same rims but with a twist interior. maybe soon you guys need a vwlife share your vw-dub for the world to see
@TheOneshot78
@TheOneshot78 4 жыл бұрын
Great job guys, enjoying the show from Afghanistan still. Be home for good in February...
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
Get Home safe Ruben and THANK YOU for your service!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
be safe and thanks Ruben!
@fasterlaster
@fasterlaster 4 жыл бұрын
Are you guys up to a six pack of saved beetles yet?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
that sounds about right :)
@CapnTexan
@CapnTexan 4 жыл бұрын
The craziest thing is, they are all 67's!!!! There are 3 of them here right now.
@paulandrewmartin
@paulandrewmartin 4 жыл бұрын
When will you get the convertible?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we got it the next day
@BS.Wickman
@BS.Wickman 4 жыл бұрын
What are the plans for Ol Spot besides getting it road worthy ?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
get it running and driving, not much more than that
@sigmanfloyd7179
@sigmanfloyd7179 4 жыл бұрын
~ Love it, thanks guys! 😎🤙🏻🇨🇦
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@nicholerodrigues4251
@nicholerodrigues4251 4 жыл бұрын
It looks like our 67 bug! A little more rust but still the same look. Haha
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
post a picture of it on our facebook page - facebook.com/VWLifeVW/
@jasonmessick4689
@jasonmessick4689 4 жыл бұрын
I would love to have that Peach Champagne edition II with the a/c!
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
it's going to be for sale soon
@blake9960
@blake9960 4 жыл бұрын
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
@blake9960 4 жыл бұрын
oh also where can i find the BUG vw life shirts?
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
we ran out of that design :(
@blake9960
@blake9960 4 жыл бұрын
@@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
@rundoetx
@rundoetx 4 жыл бұрын
Nothing better than uncovering an old VW and bringing it home.
@VWLifeVW
@VWLifeVW 4 жыл бұрын
indeed!
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