Smiles and smiles to go in a VW bus: A trip up the Southern California coast takes on added character when there’s a sparkling vintage camper to guide you along.
So what’s it like driving the thing?
So we could get an early start, Maria picked up the VW and learned all the quirky ins and outs of the 33-year-old bus. First thing: It’s a bus. The steering wheel has a very Ralph Kramden vibe, horizontal instead of vertical, and it has this slightly unnerving combination of having lots of give and needing some muscle to steer (More on that later.)
Photo: Looking shiny and new, this ’79 VW bus was a hit on the road. Credit: Alison Howard / For The Times
I know this feeling. I’d like to know it way more.
I had breakfast (technically I just drank coffee and ate an English muffin) at Perly’s on E. Grace Street with Papa Kyle this morning. First off, Papa Kyle is just fucking cool as hell. If you live in RVA, you probably already know this.
After hanging out, I’m even more excited about my bus. I like being around people who can make you even more excited about a project that you had previously felt was overwhelming.
Project Adventure Bus commences. Get on board!
Two things I love…scoots & VW buses (three thins if you count sidecars).
So awesome
Paint job inspiration for my bus? Yes, I think so.
I’m pretty sure I’m going to pick my future kids up from school in this
(Source: teenagedreamsandlovelythings)
I need to hurry up and fix up my VW bus. Who wants to help?
I told Drew this is what I wanted so we can take trips and only have to sleep in the back:)
