Mid America Motorworks: Air-Cooled Volkswagen

Mid America Motorworks: Air-Cooled Volkswagen Mid America Motorworks specializes in Air-Cooled VW parts & accessories, offering a wide range of products for classic Volkswagens.

With decades of expertise, we provide enthusiasts with top-quality parts, expert advice, and exceptional customer service. Founded in 1974, Mid America Motorworks is your premier destination for Air-Cooled VW restoration and performance parts and accessories. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive range of products to keep your classic Volkswagen running smoothly and looking great. Whether

you're working on a Beetle, Bus, or any other vintage VW, we've got the parts and expertise you need. Our dedication to the VW community goes beyond just parts. Our Knowledge Library is packed with tech articles and rich Volkswagen history, providing valuable resources for enthusiasts of all levels. Plus, our MY Garage Museum & Retail Store in Effingham, IL, showcases a stunning collection of rare Volkswagens and Corvettes and is free to the public. Each year, we host our highly anticipated Funfest for Air-Cooled VWs, bringing together fans from all over to celebrate their passion for these iconic vehicles. Join us and become a part of the Mid America Motorworks family!

BF Exclusive: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia
09/02/2026

BF Exclusive: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia

Some project candidates are better than others, and this 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is an absolute beauty. It has sat for twenty-five years, but much of the hard work is completed. It is rust-free, and if you're feeling sorely tempted, the selection of new components and the included parts car cou...

An iconic 1959 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe Sunroof emerges from long term storage sporting factory Reseda Green paint and i...
09/01/2026

An iconic 1959 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe Sunroof emerges from long term storage sporting factory Reseda Green paint and incredible vintage character throughout.

An iconic 1959 Volkswagen Beetle Deluxe Sunroof emerges from long term storage sporting factory Reseda Green paint and incredible vintage character throughout.

These Pictures Of The Super Beetle’s Trunk Show How Proud VW Was Of Their Grand Achivement
08/31/2026

These Pictures Of The Super Beetle’s Trunk Show How Proud VW Was Of Their Grand Achivement

For reasons only understandable to myself, my now-disbarred therapist (I’m not even certain that therapists have to pass a bar exam? It’s possible she was a lawyer, which would explain a lot, though not why she was able to prescribe medicine that she made herself in the back of her Econoline) an...

Well-Preserved 1974 Volkswagen Thing
08/25/2026

Well-Preserved 1974 Volkswagen Thing

It's been a hotter-than-average summer in my neck of the woods in North Carolina. Mercy! Fortunately, this bright orange Thing reminds me of a big pumpkin and cooler fall weather that can't get here fast enough. And speaking of fast enough (or the lack thereof), here's a well-preserved 1974 Volkswag...

Rare Buggy: 1964 Volkswagen Concept 1 Dune Buggy
08/24/2026

Rare Buggy: 1964 Volkswagen Concept 1 Dune Buggy

Dune Buggies reached the peak of their power in the 1960s, largely driven by the success of the Meyers Manx. Several other manufacturers produced their own versions, and Allied Industries soon joined the party with the Concept 1. It didn't sell in huge numbers, making our featured Concept relatively...

1970 VW Transporter Double Cab Pickup Is a Lovable Bargain
08/24/2026

1970 VW Transporter Double Cab Pickup Is a Lovable Bargain

A version of VW's beloved Bus aimed at businesses, this Double Cab Pickup is a delightful deal that combines fun and function for $20K.

This Wrought Iron VW Beetle Is One Of The ‘Real’ Ones And Yeah I’ll Explain What That Means
08/21/2026

This Wrought Iron VW Beetle Is One Of The ‘Real’ Ones And Yeah I’ll Explain What That Means

I encountered my first wrought-iron Volkswagen Beetle decades ago, around when I first moved to Los Angeles in the late 1990s. I think it was at the Eagle Rock-based shop I used to bring my Beetle to, and I remember being pretty delighted by the thing. It was such an odd thing to see, like […]

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