Okay, here is my sharing about vintage cabriolet cars based on my own experience:
So, I got this crazy idea a while back to get into vintage cars. Not just any old cars, mind you, but those sweet, sweet cabriolets. I’ve always been a sucker for that classic, wind-in-your-hair feeling, you know? Anyway, I started digging around, trying to find out what I could get my hands on.
First thing I did was to hit up all the usual places online like “Classics on Autotrader” and “*.” Just browsing, getting a feel for what was out there. It was a bit overwhelming, to be honest. There are tons of these things for sale, from all kinds of makes and models. There were Roadsters, sports cars, muscle cars, and the price of Volkswagen Cabriolet listed starting as low as $3.
I quickly realized I needed to narrow my focus. I started filtering by “Volkswagen Cabriolet”, and it became a lot more manageable. There are 1,366 classic convertibles for sale today on *. I also checked out the “Car & Classic” site, which seemed to have a big selection in Europe. After some more browsing I found a 1985 VW VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET, it is a 2-owner original car and drives like new, located in 2829 N. BROADWAY WICHTA KS, and the price is only $4, not bad.
Next, I started to look at specific listings, and I realized it is hard to find a suitable one. There are 10 1980 Volkswagen Cabriolet for sale right now, it’s not easy to get more details. There are lots of pictures, sure, but I wanted to know more. I needed to see these beauties in person.
So, I started reaching out to sellers. Some were private owners, some were dealers. I asked a bunch of questions. I even made a few calls, pretending I knew more than I did, just to get a feel for the sellers. That was a learning experience, let me tell you.
After a few weeks of this, I finally decided to go check out a few cars in person. I drove a couple of hours to see a Volkswagen Cabriolet that looked promising. It was a bit rough around the edges, but it had potential. I bargained with the seller and finally got it at $3, so exciting.
Then the real work began. I spent countless hours in the garage, getting my hands dirty. Replaced some parts, fixed some rust, the usual stuff. I learned a lot during this, watched so many videos online and I became an expert of it.
My Findings
- Finding a decent vintage cabriolet is tough, but not impossible.
- Doing your research is key.
- Seeing the car in person is a must.
- Being prepared to get your hands dirty is essential.
Finally, I got it running, and it was beautiful. Taking it out for that first drive was an amazing experience. All that hard work paid off. I’ve been enjoying it ever since. It’s not just a car, it’s a piece of history that I get to experience every time I drive it.
So, yeah, that’s my story about getting into vintage cabriolet cars. It was a wild ride, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. If you’re thinking about doing it, just be prepared for a lot of work, but also a lot of fun. And hey, if you ever see me cruising around in my vintage ride, be sure to give me a wave!
