One More For the Road – Another Volkswagen Type 3 … Chiang Mai, Thailand – Vehicle Photography

in #vehiclephotography6 years ago (edited)

Just when I thought I’d seen every single old Volkswagen in northern Thailand, I came across this “new”  VW.

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A best-seller station wagon

This model is called the “Variant.” (In the US, it was called the “Squareback,”  to differentiate it from the 2 other models in the Type 3 line – the “Notchback”  and the “Fastback.”  ) This type of car is more commonly known as a station wagon or estate car.   

The “Variant” was manufactured not only in Germany but also in Brazil, where it became the biggest-selling Type 3 car in the country. And somehow, one of those cars made it all the way to Southeast Asia.

Red, white, and blue … forever

The body of this old VW was in superb shape, partly owing to a recent paint job. However, I peeked inside, and even the upholstery, the dashboard, and the interior trim were in excellent condition. And I love the way the red wheels match the red interior.    

"Classic VW Beetles in Chiang Mai"

My previous VW post – "VW Beetle Hippie Vans in Chiang Mai"

My previous VW post – "Another 1960s VW in SE Asia"  
Location – Chiang Mai, on Google Maps

If the engine is also in great shape, this car might continue to run forever. Maybe longer. My previous VW post – This is my entry in @juliank’s Vehicle Photography contest.

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Stories like these make me smile and give me hope

Classic Car i Like it so Much if i want own this car :)

What a beautiful with lots of stories to tell!!!

Great car, despite the fact that he is clearly much older than me :)

Are you on Discord?

No, I find it daunting and even frightening! However, I have managed to communicate on Steemit Chat.

autiful car, I have always loved classic cars

old is gold..!! nice vehicle photography

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