This is a vehicle that has clearly been loved since new. Now, that’s a lot of scratch for a very obscure camper model, but look at how clean it is inside and out. The Super Bugger was a camper conversion vehicle built in California by an innovative after-market company that took their what-if idea and ran with it. Eager to challenge their practical cars and take them off city streets, some Volkswagen owners purchased the 'Super Bugger. This week at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen announced it will halt production of its iconic Beetle for the second time.As Frank Welsch, head of VW’s research and development, told, “two or three generations is enough now.” And with that unceremonious farewell, the Lamborghini of suburbia and rent-controlled apartment districts is no more.But did you know that at one time, the Beetle was much more than an excuse to punch the person sitting next to you? As it turns out, in addition to fondue parties and heinous floral-print furniture, the ’70s introduced the world to a motorhome-Beetle conversion.And it is even more darling than its cosmopolitan cousin! VW Bugaroo: The Beetle RVAlternatively known as the “Lil’ Bugger,” “Super Bugger,” and “MiniHome,” the Bugaroo shines as a testament to aftermarket omThe Bugaroos we’ve seen build on the 1968 Beetle chassis. The Bugger is listed for 39,995 with the option to submit a best offer. Photo courtesy:Stop the presses! The VW Beetle is dead – again. 386 30K views 4 years ago SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON FAIRGROUNDS As the brochure reads: it’s not a joke it’s the Super Bugger. ![]() We know that people were still creating their own Super Buggers well into the 1980s and possibly longer. So we look back on the crazy ‘Bugaroo’ motorhome nobody bought into. 1968 Volkswagen Super Bugger Beetle Camper VIN: 118644471 Save to get updates when we detect new information for this vehicle. 12 photos See past 1968 Volkswagen Super Bugger Beetle auction results Odometer reads 60,932 miles VIN / Serial 118644471 Auction details Got questions Contact us SPECIFICATIONS HIGHLIGHTS Rare Super Bugger Beetle Camper 1. Shortly after this in 1977 Mechanix Illustrated magazine published plans for a vehicle that appears almost identical to the Super Bugger named the Minihome which led to even more Beetle-Camper conversions. A modified suspension supports the extra weight from the camper. The power runs through a four-speed manual. This bugger was sold as conversion kit that back in the 70's. This Super Bugger has the 1.6-litre flat-four engine from a 1973 Super Beetle. ![]() Rare Super Bugger Beetle Camper 1.6L Flat 4-cylinder engine. A Fun, Happy little converted VW called SUPERBUGGER. ![]() So the front-boot beetle keeps the rear engine and adds beefier shocks for a live-in cabover trailer.Volkswagen squashed the Beetle today. 1968 Volkswagen Super Bugger Beetle Camper for sale at auction at Houston 2023 as F27. This week at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen announced it will halt production of its iconic Beetle for the second time.As Frank Welsch, head of VW’s research and development, told, “two or three generations is enough now.” And with that unceremonious farewell, the Lamborghini of suburbia and rent-controlled apartment districts is no more.But did you know that at one time, the Beetle was much more than an excuse to punch the person sitting next to you? As it turns out, in addition to fondue parties and heinous floral-print furniture, the ’70s introduced the world to a motorhome-Beetle conversion.And it is even more darling than its cosmopolitan cousin! VW Bugaroo: The Beetle RVAlternatively known as the “Lil’ Bugger,” “Super Bugger,” and “MiniHome,” the Bugaroo shines as a testament to aftermarket omThe Bugaroos we’ve seen build on the 1968 Beetle chassis.
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