Category: Cool Cars

Who wants a classic supercar?

We do too. Even in this condition! We recently read an article about Michael Fröhlich, a classic car dealer and restorer who has created a classic car museum. That doesn’t sound so unique – except he has his museum in…

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Looking for a split-window Bus? And SNORE Ridgecrest results

Looky what is on the Sacramento Craiglist car by owner section: a 1964 11-window VW Bus in good condition (especially considering what you usually see out there!). In case it’s taken down, here is a copy of the ad, and…

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Smith Flat VW Car Event

Just putting the word out there about a VW show coming up on May 4, 2014 in Placerville. It is being put on by three local businesses, German Auto Werks (a sponsor of the Green Booger), TNT Powder Coating, and…

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TLR Goes to VORRA March Meeting

But didn’t make the ACTUAL meeting. What we did get to see were several cars still practicing and tuning for the season. We did talk to Jim Carius, who is now at the head of VORRA and attempting to get…

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2014 Ruffhaus Hot Dog Cruise #2

And a great time was had by all! It was a wonderful turnout, with around forty VW’s total in attendance on what ended up being decent weather this March 1, 2014. It was a tasteful mixture of air and water…

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1955cc Engine by Gary Herrod

TLR’s Gary Herrod built 1955cc engine for Frank Kopita’s 1972 Volkswagen Convertible. Engine needed to be freshened up, as it is a daily driver and was built by Gary over a decade ago. We particularly like the fuel spraying from…

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It’s Alive!

1957 VW Oval Ragtop Bug with a fuel injected 1914cc turbo-charged engine built by Gary Herrod of Two Larrys Racing. Car is owned by Brad Martin of Placerville, CA. Turbo kit by Pat Downs of CB Performance. This was a…

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Blast from the past – #1106 The Smurf

Larry C sent us this old photo today. Ah, memories…this is the car that started Two Larrys Racing. #1106, The Smurf, is a 1966 VW Karmann Ghia that was also on its way to the crusher. Are you seeing a…

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