Up for sale is a lot of 7 - 1986 VW Trends Magazine.
It was first published as semi-annual issues in 1976 and 1977. After a two year hiatus, it came back in 1980 for 10 issues as VW Trends & Porsche Performance. The title took another two year break, then it begin regular monthly publication in March, 1984 with volume 3 number 3. The editorial staff included Bob Clark, Larry Ramos and Michael Baranowski. All were VW diehards, and their intent was to cover street performance, vintage restorations and off-road activities. The magazines cover a wide variety of topics: besides the bikini clad women featured on almost every magazine cover, the content includes feature cars, event coverage, technical how-to's, and some racing events. The magazines also cover classic VWs plus Golfs, Rabbits, Sciroccos and kit cars.
This set is perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike who want to dive into the world of VW's cars and transportation. Whether you're interested in automobilia or just enjoy flipping through vintage magazines, this set has something for everyone.
The magazines are in great condition, with some minor corner, edge and cover wear from age. There are no address labels on any of the books. Please see photos and information below for additional description. The magazines have many photos, events such as Drag racing, Bug-In, Lots of technical information, and many features on hot buggies and VWs. If you have any questions, please email me. Thanks for viewing and check out my other VWs & Hot Rod Magazines up for sale.
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- January - VW Fall Championship, 1986 Centerfold Calendar, Texas Bug In, VW Action 1985, Frankfurt Auto Show, Oly Van, Daily Driver, Pizzo's Power, Sano 1964, Gumby, Dragon Power.
- April - The IVWA World Finals, Special - Texas VW Day, Wild Cherry the ultimate convertible, VW Day #6, Mike Lesle Interview, Born Again GHIA, Water Bug, Fastback Fever, Quartertoy.
- June - Hi-n-Myty Full-Bodied Baja Sedan, Mrozer Spyder, Chopped T Top, The Parker 400, Bug-O-Rama, Pepto, Project Panelwagen, No. Cal Notch.
- August - Exclusive Hawaiian Island Klassich Kruise, VW Spring Championships, Inside latest in Euro-Style, VW Spring Championships, Wintermeet 1986, Western 150, Rad Red Ragtop, Ventage Detective, VW Herald.
- July - Exclusive Wood Burning Volkswagen, The British Invasion, Spring Break 1986, SOTO Meet, Sehr Gut, Midnight Magic, Kar's Custom Off-Road & Vee Dub, Reider Ride.
- September - Mint 400, Dustbowl 1986, Sacramento Bug-O-Rama XVII, Exclusive Helicopter Bug, Southwest Bug-In, VW Mania, Dirty Bird, Dixie Twister, Spectrum Rail.
- October - Alien VW Escapes, Eastern Madness - June Bug 1986, Bug-Out 10, Dixie Nationals, Racing Tips, Drag Day, Lexan Racing Windows, Spider Bug, Hobby Car, Off-Road Toad, Seven Year Itch, Class II Killer.