About Da Gumbo
As one of the world’s most iconic cars, the classic Volkswagen Bug turns heads wherever it goes. From genuine enthusiasts who are proud owners themselves to children playing “Slug Bug,” the mere sight of a genuine VW Beetle has the ability to spread joy, bring families together, and create lasting memories. That’s why Mr. Lynn Washington is proud to offer an amazing opportunity to hire a perfectly restored, finely tuned 1969 Volkswagen Bug for your enjoyment. Whether you need a signature vehicle for your movie or print ad or you just want to take this classic convertible Volkswagen for a spin, we are eager to make your dreams come true!
Picture this
It’s a beautiful California day, absolutely perfect for taking a long, leisurely drive through the Hollywood Hills. On this day, you chose the iconic Volkswagen Bug as your driving companion, enjoying the way the sun glints off the pristine, two-tone exterior as you slip down memory lane. Putting the top down on this classic Beach Buggy, you let the breeze blow through your hair, bringing back visions of lazy days spent on the sand and long nights of gazing up at the stars with the one you love. Whether you are driving down the coast or cruising through town, you are sure to capture the perfect “California Dreamer” experience in a convertible Volkswagen Bug.
Durability and strength
An uncomplicated vehicle, the ’69 VW Bug has a reputation for being easy to work on and fun to drive, as well as being a great family car. It has a solid and efficient structure that holds up well in the California climate, and an incredible durability that has inspired many people to hold onto them for generations!
A Hollywood legend
The VW Bug has been a part of movie culture for many years, making cameos in films such as Fight Club, The Big Lebowski, Footloose, and The Shining. However, the VW Bug is probably best known for its signature role in 1968’s Herbie the Love Bug.
From Germany to Modern America
The Volkswagen Beetle has a rich history that spans almost a century.
In the 1930s, Germany announced its intentions of mass-producing an economy family car that could carry two adults and three children at a speed of 60 mph and would cost only 1000 Reichmarks—a true “People’s Car” (“Volkswagen” in German).
They set this challenge before Ferdinand Porsche, who then introduced the Volkswagen Type 1 in 1938. That very same year, The New York Times was the first to refer to the Type 1 by the “Beetle” moniker, referring to its shape.
The Beetle became popular in the United States in the years following World War II, and by 1955, Volkswagen was selling more vehicles abroad than at home.
The low price and convenience of the Beetle appealed to many Americans, making it an extremely popular seller by the 1960s. Permanently entwined in the peace and love counterculture of the “hippie movement,” the Volkswagen Beetle and the Volkswagen bus were staples at Woodstock.
The car became a larger part of American pop culture with Disney’s The Love Bug, which started as a series of movies in 1968 and expanded into a TV series.
Though popular, the Volkswagen Beetle faced increased competition from Japanese small-car models like Honda and Nissan, which led to diminishing sales.
Volkswagen terminated Beetle sales in the United States in 1980.
