Coolest bug

Every year the Hartford Fair (the biggest little fair in the world) has a car show the opening weekend on Sunday afternoon. This weekend’s show was very good as always with about 100 cars in attendance. I always enjoy small local shows because I always meet people who live near me that are “car people”.

I have developed an appreciation for VW’s through dealing with them everyday at PAP-Parts so I spend a few extra minutes checking them out. There was a nice Karmann-Ghia at the show but the true stand out was Gary Stone’s 62 beetle convertible. Personally, I could not see myself owning a bug even though I do have fond memories of a friends bug back in high school. The restoration on this car was incredible. Most people would miss Gary’s subtle changes because they are done so well.

2 tone rims w/o beauty rings & Tan running boards


Originally had a gray interior, a white vinyl top and black running boards

Check out the motor… it’s not the 1200 cc 40Hp version. That is a 1635 cc duel port with a mild cam and a Weber carburetor. (Note the full flow oil filter/cooler)

No radio, Package tray option, and gauges (Gary added oil temperature, oil pressure, and head temperature)

That’s an original Hazet tool kit (rare)

A collection of research materials

I can’t wait to see his next project… a 78 VW convertible with a V6 chevy

I was looking forward to going to Volksfest 18 in Pataskala, Ohio put on August by the Central Ohio Vintage Volkswagen Club but unfortunately I will be in New Jersey at the Thunderbolt race course with the Truechoice support trailer.

Life is good…