It seems like everyone loves a VW Bug, from adults to children, there has just always been this universal love for this cute little machine. And once it came to the United States, American’s were in love. Sure, some folks take it to another level, and those are the people we’re going to be talking about here, but if ever there was a universally liked car, this is one of them.
As soon as they could, car guys and gals started customizing them in every way. In fact, the VW bug became so synonymous with customization, that I’m not sure there is any way that one hasn’t been customized. Every style, every use, ever segment of the market, they covered it all.
In this Influence and Impact episode, Marcel and Jason are going to talk about how it all got started and where it ultimately went, so check it out.
Video Description:
Auto Revolution’s Influence & Impact traces the automotive history of custom car and truck builders.
The versatile Volkswagen Type 1 sedan, better known as the VW Bug or Beetle started its life as an economical car with 30 HP.
Once it hit American shores, drag racers, surfers, hot rodders and even lowriders would put their style stamp on the people’s car.
Together, they would establish the Cal Look and Cal Style Bugs. But what is the difference?
We need to get a segment going about Bill Mitchell and his Thunderbug. Former Motion Performance driver & founder of Dart and World Products.
Actually, the place where OCIR was located is now the Irvine Spectrum.