LABOR OF BUG: Twin-Turbo '59 VW Euro Beetle 27 Years in the Making | EP10
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- A 27-year labor of VW love, Marc's Bug finally became everything he imagined: his show car, daily driver, dragster, track car, and interstate cruiser. Nicole Johnson explores the fine details of Marc Kuttner's 1959 Volkswagen Euro Beetle 2.4L Twin Turbo work of art and drives the scenic winding roads of Northern California's wine country.
MORE ABOUT MARC KUTTNER:
Marc's TH-cam handle as seen in replies: Turbo Vdub
Marc is an engineer and producer of the Dial-A-Cam adjustable cam gear for VW Type 1, 2 and 3 flat cams. He is the everyman's man with an extraordinary engineering mind and life-long passion for Volkswagens. www.oldschoolperformance.net
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FULL SPECS, 1959 Euro Beetle Twin Turbo Resto-Mod, Courtesy of Owner Marc Kuttner (aka Turbo Vdub) CLICK READ MORE!
Engine:
• 2387cc VW Type 1 aluminum super case with Hoover mods, 8.3:1 CR, clearanced, blueprinted and balanced by owner
• Scat forged counterweighted 86mm crank, type 1 mains, 2” Chevy rod journals
• DRD 5.5” H-beam rods with 5/16” ARP bolts
• Revmaster long 94mm cylinders, cut to length
• Wiseco pistons[P/N#K633M94, 9400XX ring pack(1.0mm x1.2mm x2.8mm)]
• WebCam custom grind turbo cam with Dial-A-Cam steel straight cut gears and CB lightweight lifters
• CB Wedge Port CNC ported heads(44x37.5) with single “Bee Hive” springs and 8mm chromoly studs
• NGK DCPR8EIX Iridium spark plugs and Magnecor wires
• Scat 1.25:1 Pro Comp rocker arms with ACN heavy duty dual tapered aluminum pushrods
• Parallel twin modified Garrett VNT25 variable vane turbos with manual vane control and water jacket cooling system by owner
• Custom 1.5” phase tuned “twin scroll” exhaust system, ceramic coated and wrapped, made by owner
• Twin Turbosmart 38mm wastegates and Turbosmart Eboost Street electronic boost controller
• Electromotive upgraded TEC3 EFI full sequential engine management with Clewett Engineering cam sync. Dyno tuned by AJ at Performance In-frame Tuning in Napa, CA making 230HP/210TQ at the wheels with 15psi
• Bosch in-line fuel pump, Aeromotive regulator and filter, teflon hoses, with Siemens Deka 60lb/hr injectors
• Prometh two stage water/methanol injection with nozzles before and after compressors, with Snow progressive controller
• Custom blow through finned aluminum intake with modified CB 48mm throttle bodies & match ported injector manifolds, HKS blow off valve, custom dual throttle cable system and cold air intake by owner
• Bergmann modified Porsche style fan kit with custom thermostat, front, rear and lower cylinder tins by owner
• Scat 5.25” aluminum pulley with sand seal, crank trigger wheel and custom sensor mount by owner
• Dry sump system with CB pump, Pure Power cleanable filter with Scat bypass mount, remote cooler with thermostatic fan control and custom oil tank in right rear fender well by owner
Transaxle:
• Type 1 swing axle, gusseted aluminum Rhino case, Berg 5 speed with Quaife TBD by Rancho
• 3.44 R&P, 3.78 1st, 2.21 2nd, 1.58 3rd, 1.21 4th, 0.93 5th with Berg custom mid mount and 5 speed ball shifter
• Empi long spline, long axles(‘68 only), with custom prototype lubrication system, by Mike Herbert at Rancho and owner
• Custom hydraulic clutch with remote reservoir and heavy duty hiem joint clutch cable back up option by owner
• 12lb. flywheel with Kennedy Stage 2 pressure plate, CB dual friction disc, anti-shocker and high torque starter
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes:
• Airkewld 4” narrowed, adjustable front beam, with bump stops and tow bar mounts added by owner
• CB 2.5” dropped spindles with CSP wide 5 drilled front disc, Hurst Line Loc and CB wide 5 drilled rear disc brakes with Tilton remote reservoirs
• Wilwood brake proportioning valve on front line and brake cooling ducts front and rear by owner
• Sway-a-Way 26mm rear torsion bars, Atomwerk 1” lowered adjustable spring plates with needle bearings
• Pan stiffeners, front beam stiffeners, gusseted torsion arms, front air dams, four wheel alignment and corner balance
• CSP torque bar, Berg traction bar, tranny straps and custom 0.75” front and rear sway bars by Addco
• Bilstein shocks front(stock height) and rear(1” lower and custom valved)
• Custom one-off aluminum smoothie wide 5 wheels with spun aluminum hubcaps(15x5F, 15x6R) and a set of Rader track wheels(15x5F, 17x7R)
• Dry weight approx. 2200lbs.
Body & Interior:
• Grafted in ragtop and semaphores, body work by owner and Rick Eichler, Classic Restoration in Sonoma, CA
• VW mouse grey PPG CLV single stage urethane with clear coat sprayed by Rick Eichler
• Original style interior with German square weave carpet & Haartz Stayfast canvas ragtop by West Coast Classic Restoration and custom Daily Driver racing bucket seats by Status Racing Seats
• 4 point harnesses and roll bar, LED lighting, original pop out quarter windows
• 1.25” widened fiberglass rear fenders by Creative Car Craft, convertible decklid with custom rain gutters by owner
• Dynamat sound deadening material throughout and custom heater system with booster fans
• Custom auxiliary wiring harness with blinking semaphores, emergency flashers, intermittent wipers
• Custom Speedhut 12 gauge set and switch console and custom stereo system by owner
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Blown mafia
Thanks for the really thorough breakdown of the whole car.
Fantastic detail of car spec and it sounds amazing love your car Mark.
Wish engine its that
Marc deserves a round of applause for letting someone drive his bug 👋👋👋👋
He was super nervous letting Nicole drive it. I bet his wife isn't even allowed to drive it. 😆
The sounds of his motor & all of his nervous laughter was the best part! 😂
Nicole Johnson....master of making introvert engineer types extremely nervous...which makes for a great video.
Haha! Glad you enjoyed it..thank you!
I may have looked that way but I was actually pretty relaxed. That's just how I am.
One she's beautiful and secondly she's feisty😃
Awkward is a big draw
@@turbovdub1867 Hi Marc, I am building a turbo VW as well, I run into some issues and I see that you installed rear disc brakes pointed towards the bottom of the wheel. Thinking about doing that as well but my question is, where did you get the extended E-brake cable from? Appreciate your help. Amazing Vdub as well!
Marc is one brave person letting anyone else drive a car so long in the making and with such a personal history to him.
It is testament to Marc’s engineering skills that the whole project has come together in such a quick and drivable car.
God bless all the inspired, talented engineers of the world, it makes it a better place to be
We agree! Thanks so much for watching...glad you enjoyed it!
Well, that and Nicole IS a professional. Driver. 😉
He looked like he was gonna grab the wheel at any second
Quite a few nervous glances her way..
Nice to see a genuine show with a female lead that isn’t sexually explicit. Her personality is the sole focus with the vehicles and it’s refreshing. Have watched every episode - some more than once!
How nice..thank you!!
Very true. There’s real beauty & there’s click bait. 👍.
@@hughmarcus1 Yeah, and there's also those who know what water injection is for and those who haven't a clue....
Well it doesn’t’ hurt that Ms. Nichol is an attractive woman but the real draw to this channel is the intellect,knowledge, and enthusiasm she displays on the channel. And I like the great variety of cars she seems to find. My main interest is stock classics so the change of pace is nice.
couldnt agree more, getting sick of women showing so much in the thumbnail just to get you to watch. I watch a few of female youtubers and they know so much more than myself & men in general but all you see is what they are doing, whether that be wrenching, welding, or just getting down and dirty. No smutty stuff.
This is the most beautiful Beetle I've ever seen. Super tasteful and beautifully engineered. What a gem!
Couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching!!
The best part of that car is the sound from the exhausts, I could listen to it all day long..
This beetle is the most beautiful piece of motor art i have ever seen.
One of the great things about your channel is that you find these incredible craftsmen who fabricate things for their cars instead of just buying a bunch of parts--lots of real art in these builds. You're doing a great job finding interesting and refreshing content and presenting it so well..
Thank you so much..it's really encouraging to see comments like this. I'm so glad you are enjoying!
What a blast from the past. I had two 59 Bugs in High School (late 70's). A convertible and one with a sunroof like this one.
Awesome!! Thanks so much for watching!
This is just about the most beautiful Beetle I've ever seen, it's clearly a labour of love, my Dad is an engineer so I like it when engineers do their own thing at home.
Thank you so much for watching..glad you like it!!
Nicole keeps it real without pushing the "S"appeal past eyebrow raising: Smart, professional, and a nice balance of tech, humor and passion: Well done, worth watching !
Thank you!!
I have seen this bug in person at a car show and spent about an hour admiring all of its details. Also imaging how it drove and if it was a trailer queen. Now I have my answer. Thanks for showing us how Marc's passion and your enthusiasm make the perfect testimony of just how much fun driving can be.
Wow..thank you so much for such a nice comment. My crew and I work very hard to tell each owner's personal story and still keep the episodes fun and entertaining. No script..ever..just conversation that is real. You're response is exactly what we hope for!!
thanks, glad you got to see it up close.
Yeah he was at the Bugorama that just passed
You're lucky! And she can drive
I’m 59 y.o. Of course I had a bug (1970), and my other VW (1969 Type III fastback). Gawd!! To go back to those wonderful times in my life. Thanks for stirring my juices Nicole. 😁
Haha..my pleasure. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate your feedback!
I respect and admire men and women who think like this, the ongoing, gradual, continuing evolution of this perpetual-project car. Awesome!!! :)
Well said! Thank you for watching!!
I’ve met this guy & his VW. It’s insanely meticulous. The drivability of this car is perfect.
I agree!! Great description! Thanks for watching!
The sound of that thing when you ripped it up the road in the close shot. OMG that sounds delightful!
Yes, I agree. Thank you for watching!
She absolutely drove that like she’s been doing it for years! Literally the nicest Bug I’ve ever seen!
Thank you so much for watching..glad you liked it!!
Mark and his Bug are extremely cool and Nicole and her crew did a fantastic job showing us the details. I felt like I was there in person.
The audio is spot on, never heard a VW sound so good! Very refined and sophisticated but powerful too.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!!
This video has such a massive feel good factor associated with it. The car. The build. The history. The owner. The passion. The look. The sound. This build is the antithesis of today's electric vehicles which are devoid of sound and soul. This is a new channel discovery for me and I'm loving the content! ❤️💜👍😎
Awesome..glad you found us!! Thank you for watching!!
Marc , Do not EVER sell this Beauty! this is a Dream. Truly first class work that you did on this Käfer! This is how my dream Bug
would look and feel like. Great choice of the Color too!!! Auf wiedesehn Herr Kuttner 😊 and also many thanks to Nicole for showing this to all of us. really dig your passion for these legendary cars!! keep doing it.
Wow, thank you! Glad you liked it!!
12:56 Jurassic Park pinball in your garage. Now that is COOL!
We actually filmed this in Marc's buddies garage!!
I really like this platform. She's got a great concept. Regular guys that love to talk about their cars. This is the right way to go. We would never see these cool cars without her. I hope that she stays focused of the regular Joe builders.i like that there is no waiting for TV time , you can watch it when you want over and over. She knows what she is talking about, she keeps it fun, she is such a pretty woman and she appreciates her viewers. We're not just clicks. She will actually read the posts and give us a like. Keep tuning in, like her videos, and share them because...because we don't want to lose this great concept.
Once again..thank you for your support of our channel. My team and I really appreciate it!
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour It really is a good concept. There has got to be thousands of rare oddball cars out there that were put together one piece at a time. Most had to search far and wide to find everything to put them back together . That's the strory here. You can see the pride in their faces. These people love what they do, you can tell that they love how interested YOU really are in their cars. It's not hard to tell that you really want to know their story. That's the best part, their pride and your appreciation. I think that what you are doing will give us some great content while at the same time giving these people the recognition that they would never get anywhere else. Another idea might be trying to find women who have done this as well. Seriously, you're well versed on these things, there must be more of you. Thanks for the reply...again. You're alright. We can't wait until your next show, Keep them coming.
The more I watch videos about my dream car(VW Beetle) the more I fall in love with it❤️
My first car was a 65 Bug, second was a 69 Bug. Got a 70 parts Bug and put the 65 body on the 70 chassis. Great memories. Thanks for this video!
Another great interview, Nicole. I'm gratified that you don't dumb down the content AND you don't pretend to know everything about everything. Your appreciation and knowledgeable curiosity drive the videos. Shoutout to your camera operator for the excellent B-roll, too.
Thank you so much..we really appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed watching!
I have been in awe of a lot of hand built custom cars in my life. But I agree with Nicole that this is definitely the coolest one I have ever seen.
Thank you..glad you enjoyed it!
These bugs are super cool, especially the '62 and older. Two-color, real eye-candy.
Thanks for the comment!! We agree!!
Man, this is the most amazing Beatle I have ever seen 😮. It is my FAVORITE! Im just speechless. I want to have this vehicle SO BADLY! Sweet job on this one dude. Just incredible!
Glad you like it! Thank you for watching!!
Love that car. I had a '67 Beetle in highschool that was lowered and de-chromed. It was such a blast. He did everything I wanted to do to mine but never got around to. It was also terrifying over 70MPH!
My First car ever was a 65 1300cc DakDak (Beetle) and because it had been neglected this was also the car I cut my mechanical teeth on and man was it an adventure.
VW did a curious thing with those cars, every part had a number stamped or cast on it, if it was a handed or directional part it had an arrow or instruction and as a young guy with a cheap workshop manual this took away the fear and allowed me to appreciate the engineering art that went into my freedom machine.
The simplicity and quality was astounding for something so inexpensive and I still have many fond memories of the Car and knowing what I know now I can see how Marc dove head first down this rabbit hole :-)
Thank you Nicole for showing a VW engine'd Beetle that ticks ALL the boxes for me and I suspect for you too.
Love it!
Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience with us. I love the engagement! Glad you enjoyed our new episode!
I’m 64 and we used to get early ‘60’s bugs and fix them up. I have always loved them. This is hands down the best I have ever seen. It’s awesome at all levels. Thanks for sharing it!
Glad you enjoyed watching..thank you!
Dudes face when she started driving lol
Marc's got the best sounding Vee Dub EVER!
Ladies & their bugs on the streets has been a classic sight in popular culture for decades. The modern resurgence in modded & rodded bugs with women today is great to see out on the road.
I hope you enjoyed it, cause that's all you're getting! Classic.
Haha!! Yes, that was funny. Marc is a really cool guy! Thank so much for watching!
Nicole: "This is awesome, this is fun!"
Marc: "Yeah this is fun..." 😮😬😳
Great job Nicole, you are a true petrol-head, wonderful to see your appreciation for being in this bug.
😁Thank you..glad you enjoyed it!
That was a fun drive! That bug runs great! Thanks for ride! 😎
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Has to be the best sounding bug ever.
Probably the most engineered and most dope bug I’ve seen ever.
Back in '87, I bought a red '73 bug. I loved that car! Even stock it was soooo much fun to drive. I would love to drive that one.
Yes, I'm sure you would enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you for watching!
From a Brazilian guy living in Japan to you : ❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏
Awe..thank you!!
I've been messing with beetles since I was 4 years old, so 28 years so far & thats most likely best I've seen. Incredible!
Yes..it's so meticulously designed and engineered! So glad you enjoyed watching! Thank you!
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour You're more than welcome :)
Wow - it's really a '59. It has the larger rear window (they were small ovals before) and the droopy taillights, replaced with larger straighter ones the next year. How great that Mark has kept so much about the car as original, or at least original-looking. A bit dropped up front, but on the road it looks like a true '59. I enjoyed hearing about the original reserve fuel tank feature (and that he added a fuel gauge) and then later seeing, without any comment, that the reserve lever was still there below the dash. When I turned sixteen in 1972, my parents gave me a '59 bug and a box of craftsman tools to keep it running. We had a few awesome years together. My next car was a '64 bus. Love those cars.
Nicole, thanks for this video. Keep being nice to runners and bikers! Mark, your good taste and obsession with detail has created a beautiful monster and also preserved a classic.
Thanks to you both!
Thank you so much for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed it!
When you're channel becomes really famous, i'm going to tell everyone that i've been here since the blue subaru powered beast :D
Awesome..thank you!!
@Peter Juhasz Doner OG
Amazing car and great story! I love bugs, they're so cool.
Thank you for watching. I'm very glad you enjoyed it!
Man I wish this guy would build engines for people. That’s a beautiful job of engineering.
With my 'german' eyes, I noticed the Autobahn and the no speed limit signs. Made me smile a lot.
Marc's pretty good at not flinching!😂
Ha! That's funny! Thanks for watching!!
Dude was freaking out when she was driving..😂
Nah..he was super chill!
I may have looked that way but I was actually pretty relaxed. That's just how I am.
Look at that Bug-ger Go!!! Damn!! Seriously, nobody would expect that.
Pabst Blue Ribbon!
I am not really fun of the interior color but everything else about that car is a dream that perfectly turned into pure reality. This is actually what a VW Bug should sound, look and drive like. Built quality is amazing too. This guy did a perfect job.
I loved everything about this Bug. Thanks for watching..glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, what a cool car! The simplicity of old bugs or in this case the complexity! The adaptability, the aftermarket parts for bugs. I remember having a subscription to Dune Buggies and Hot VW'S magazine. Lots of creativity shown in those pages over the years. Thank you for helping us all have a vicarious thrill of driving this machine!
You're welcome..glad you enjoyed it!! Thank you for sharing with us!!
That is one serious set up. I definitely would love to drive that Bug. I'd probably be overjoyed just to be a passenger around the block.
Yes, I just love this bug. Marc was very generous to let me drive it..it was awesome! Thank you so much for watching!
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour and thank you for getting out there and introducing us to these awesome builds and builders.
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour
Nicole, l can read body language like you obviously can and did during your 'drive'...Mark was, shall we say a little apprehensive????
Bought my first car in 1975, a1956 VW bug for $300.00
Original 6v 1100cc. Dechromed it, slammed it, added a 1776cc, carter carb with Big cam. So fun! And fun memories!
Great post and awesome ride you built sir👍🏽
Thanks for sharing your memories! Glad you enjoyed watching!
A strong hug from Brazil from an inscribed in love with Volkswagen beetle(fusca)♥️🇧🇷
Thank you..glad you enjoyed watching!
Beautiful car. Those were the days, simple cars were function followed design to perfection.
Couldn't agree more! Thank you for watching!
One of the cleanest builds i ever seen so far, everything looks original
Yes..I agree. Thank you for watching!
Hey Nicole, I LOVE your channel. I’m in Scotland and I’ve just bought a 1987 F150, American cars are a rare sight over here but it’ll keep me tinkering over the winter. I love your enthusiasm for driving any and everything, no matter what you always seem to have a blast. Keep finding the fantastic assortment of cars from all disciplines and all the very best wishes for your ongoing success. It’s in the bag.
Thank you so much for the kind words. Glad you are enjoying!!
First of all, thanks for this video don't know how you guys found this amazing build. 🙏
Second, the build I mean OH MY GODDDD there are so many small details the man wasn't lying when he said it's years of blood, sweat and tears. I'm not that into bugs but this build is so amazing and so unique. Not to mention Marc is not just a car guy he's an artist TBH.
I totally agree..thank you so much for watching. Glad you liked it!
Every time that I go down the rabbit hole of the beatle I end up at another brick wall. This amazing fellow has managed to find ways over under around and through those barriers. Thank you for showing us more of the best stuff. God bless American bourne german engineering. Just an amazing fellow with a beautiful dream.
Couldn't agree more! Thank you for watching!!
Awesomemmmee!!!!!
Nicole, ain’t nutten like driving a bug. I still have my ‘74. She’s longing for some love. Once you drive the bug, it’s like an addiction. U keep going back. Mark did an awesome awesome AWESOME 🤩 job. His attention to details is impeccable. I am all the way in Jamaica 🇯🇲 and I used to drive the heck outa mine. Your find with Marks car has re-energize my passion for my old girl. Thank u soooo much.
Love it!! Thank you so much for watching..glad you enjoyed it!
That's the prettiest bug I've ever seen.
Incredible result achieved by Marc and almost as incredible as letting anyone else drive it - after so much time and effort put into its creation. Lucky for you Nicole and all of us, your just not anyone.
Thank you..yes I'm very thankful I get to drive these amazing cars. Marc's bug is just amazing..glad you enjoyed watching!
That is a very well put together car. Amazing.
Yes it sure is. I'm so glad you enjoyed!
"Well, I hope you enjoyed it, because it's all you're getting". Good till the last drop! Marc is so dedicated. Thanks for all your enjoyable videos, Nicole!
Our pleasure! We appreciate you watching!!!
Just found this channel. Bought my first Bug in 1959 when I was in college. It cost $1,495 brand new! I sold it after 4 years but i should have kept it. It always started, whether snow, rain or shine. 6-volt battery was under rear seat. Had several more in the next 20+ years including the first Bug with auto transmission, two VW Buses, 2 Convertibles. My last was a 79 Conv. My former colleague who I sold it to for his wife, still had it as of 10 years ago. He is as old as I am - 81years old, so I dont know how much longer he will drive it. Terrific memories brought on by this fabulous work of art. A great video!! My Bugs and my Renault 10s were my fav cars thru the 1960s and 1970s. The Bugs were the most reliable, the Renaults were the most comfortable!
What a lovely story..thank you for sharing with us..we love it!! Glad you enjoyed watching Marc's story!
I came for the cars and stayed due to Nicole. Such a character 😊 You really have a keen eye for details 🙂
Thank you..glad you enjoyed watching!
Can’t believe I’ve only just found this superb channel! Absolutely awesome videography and presenting, she gets a good rapport with the people she meets, they really open up about their cars. I love the way Nicole actually spends time looking at all of the car and has a great knowledge of cars but wants to learn more. She asks the stuff you’d ask yourself if you were there.
Welcome aboard! Thanks so much for the kind review. We're so glad you like our channel!
Marc That BUG is AWESOME brother!!!!!! Nothing touches it! It is like the Penultimate!!!!!!
Total Labor of love!
We totally agree!! Thank you for watching..glad you enjoyed!
My wife and I enjoyed watching this video!
I’ve worked with Marc over ten years and all I can say is he needs to pursue his talent and not waste his time in our simple little engineering job.
Marc is a pretty serious guy and it’s nice to see him smile; you can definitely see what he enjoys.
Nicole - you and your staff did an excellent job of this video! The camera angles and all. You did a wonderful show of this masterpiece and it’s creater!
Thank you!
Ram
That is awesome! So glad you liked it. We really enjoyed working with Marc.
Nicole you sum this Bug up so nicely I’m a avid VW fan n this it truly a masterpiece !!
Thank you! I agree..it is a masterpiece..glad you enjoyed it!
This is a great series. The details of what's gone into these vehicles is CRAZY. Great to see someone like Nicole (who not only knows car components but also car performance based on those components) talk about these labours of love with their owners. Subscribed!
Wow..thank you so much for the sub. Glad you are enjoying our channel!
Now there's a bug this man would love! I seriously wouldn't change a thing.
Glad you enjoyed watching..we appreciate it!!
I was stressing over the lack of specification talk..then noticed you posted the spec's. Thank you for that.
This guy has a list of the must haves from the 80's and into the nineties in that engine. Then he went the extra mile(s) with some of the best engineering I have seen!
I hope he continues the project, as it will only get better. I look forward to seeing it again!!
Hope I see that baby in a show here in CO. Beautiful machine, excellent engineering.
Drive it? You betcha! He did such an impressive job, yet the car looks very stock in most respects. I'm giving you an A+ on this find, Nicole.
I appreciate that! Thank you!
Great looking and sounding Beetle! It's definitely a work of art Marc. Thanks for showcasing it for us Nicole.
My pleasure! Glad you liked it!
Production value is incredible but the never ending smile watching, priceless.
Thank you so much..glad you enjoyed it!
The pinnacle of a youtube builder, car and presenter.
Thank you so much..glad you enjoyed it!
So glad to get to see another Nicole video. As always the presentation is fresh and wonderful. The music and editing give the sense of an ideal happy world that we just all want to be a part of. Keep up the great work.
Thank you so much...I'm so glad you are enjoying our work!!
Very cool bug. Those semaphores are nice!
I agree..loved them! This bug is truly a work of art! Thanks for watching!
1. I just cannot believe how amazing that 2.4L sounds. Incredible!
2. Amazing how chill Marc is
3. I love that Nicole DRIVES the car, really takes them to task (and Marc is STILL chill!)
how fun!
Thank you so much for watching..we're glad you enjoyed it!!
Dude I'm in love with your bug its so badass!!!
You find the coolest cars to feature. Each one is absolutely amazing, and I love the delivery. Very cool the way you delight in every one of these cars.
Thank you very much for the kind review..It means so much to us!!
Wow, yet another excellent video Nicole! Your enthusiasm is infectious, intently taking in every word spoken to you. I'd love a ride along in it as my driving days are over. My mobility scooter is my ride now. Keep finding these amazing rides and I'll keep watching!
Thank you so much, I'm really glad you liked it!
The look on that guys face during the ride, priceless
Beetles were cool out of the box. I've driven 2, and was surprised at how solid they felt and how well they handled. And here you come up with another fantastic specimen. In one sense, I'm like, Wow, a '59 Beetle, but it's not original. in another sense, it's just WOW! BTW, a friend had a '59. It had to be fitted with turn signals, but still had the original semaphores, and the US model was a "flag" with black and white stripes. Thanks for another fantastic video, and for making me jealous you get to drive all of these amazing cars. It's also nice he kept the interior as close to stock as possible.
Thank you so much for watching..glad you liked it!!
That's an awesome bug Mark! Congrats on ask the hard work! It really paid off.
And another killer episode Nicole! Thank you!
I totally agree..Marc has done an amazing job with this build. I'm glad you enjoyed watching!
Never seen an episode that didn't leave me grinning like a Chessy cat at the end. 😁
18:48 best sound! Another incredibly well done video. Please never stop!
That's so nice..thank you!!
Nicole, your authenticity & genuine interest in your interviewees and subject matter is very enjoyable and refreshing for this genre. Thanks for bringing us Marc's amazing Bug (Beetle). Keep up the great work and I hope to see you travelling the world doing this show.
How nice! Thank you so much for the support and encouragement! Glad you are enjoying!
Patience and perseverance of that magnitude is etheral, connected.
This poor guy is nervous but hiding it very well.
You really review some of the most unique and interesting builds, love it.
I appreciate that! Glad you are enjoying..thank you!
Wow that is just gorgeous. The old semaphore blinkers were common in Australia and a lot of vehicles had them like the Morris Minor 1000 and the old trucks. The old Radio Antennae brings back memories.
My parents had a black 66 Bug when I was a kid too! So cool you have kept it all these years. I've owned my 63 since 1994.
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thanks, but this is not that car.
It's a beautiful bug !! He does not have a poker face 😄.
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Really nicely done and it is truly a work of art. Certainly not your average hopped up Beetle. Kudos to Marc and Nicole for this presentation.
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That's one of my besties growing up in SF!!! Love you Mark!! DJ VeeDub in the mix! Lmao! Love you bro!
Thanks buddy, hope you're well. DJ VDub in da house!
Years ago I worked for Daimler Chrysler and would spend my days coming up with solutions for things that the engineers missed. This guy didn't miss a trick. I wish I could have worked with more engineers like this guy, but then again, I wouldn't have much work to do. OCD engineers are what this world needs.
Marc seems such a nice guy, and man he's smart. If i win the lottery i'd make him an offer he couldn't refuse. That car is beautiful
I should call you"car huntress", you keep imazining us with wild picks and find.
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I like that..haha! I'm glad you enjoyed watching!