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AirMighty Megascene #64 – Patina Special
€ 19,50
AirMighty Magazine #64 – Patina Special – September 2026
– 220 pages
– 1.7cm thick!
– 15 Car Articles
– European VW Week Shows
Collect this special issue before it’s sold out!
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Content
Cars (15!)
The Legendary Linde Panel Van
The Linde Bus helped ignite Europe’s patina movement long before it had a name, becoming one of the most recognisable Split Window icons of the early 2000s.
Sunbaked Squareback
Giulio Bardelli’s ’67 Squareback blends Idaho‑desert patina with thoughtful updates, from a fresh interior to a NOS 1600cc industrial engine.
Old Soul With Hidden Power
Oliver Fulljames’ ’54 Oval may look like a simple survivor, but beneath the decklid lies a rare Shorrock‑supercharged 1488cc engine packed with Porsche and Okrasa hardware.
Bonn’s Forgotten Split Awakens
After 48 years hidden away, Hans Günter’s dust‑covered 1951 Split finally emerges from its long sleep. Revived just in time for Hessisch Oldendorf, it returns to the road exactly as history left it.
Lowlight – Time’s Best Friend
Remarkably original, still wearing its Trout Blue paint and showroom‑installed accessories. With only three owners, it’s one of the most authentically preserved Type 14s known.
A Rare Standard Still Survives
Robert Velis’ sunburnt ’51 Standard is one of the few unrestored survivors of VW’s most basic Split Window model.
Volvo‑VW Hybrid
Demian Sjöberg’s wild “VWolvo” build — a Volvo Valp shell dropped over a shortened ’67 Beetle chassis — stole the show at the Le Bug Show in Spa after 2,000 hours of work and a 2,800‑km maiden trip.
A Barndoor Without Borders
Frédéric Bovay’s ’54 Barndoor travelled from a Swedish scrapyard to a full UK restoration before receiving its final touches in Switzerland. Now rebuilt, patina‑matched and sitting low on Fuchs, it’s ready to roam Europe once again.
Bonn’s Forgotten Split Awakens
After 48 years hidden away, Hans Günter’s dust‑covered 1951 Split finally emerges from its long sleep. Revived just in time for Hessisch Oldendorf, it returns to the road exactly as history left it.
Lowlight – Time’s Best Friend
Remarkably original, still wearing its Trout Blue paint and showroom‑installed accessories. With only three owners, it’s one of the most authentically preserved Type 14s known.
A Rare Standard Still Survives
Robert Velis’ sunburnt ’51 Standard is one of the few unrestored survivors of VW’s most basic Split Window model.
Volvo‑VW Hybrid
Demian Sjöberg’s wild “VWolvo” build — a Volvo Valp shell dropped over a shortened ’67 Beetle chassis — stole the show at the Le Bug Show in Spa after 2,000 hours of work and a 2,800‑km maiden trip.
A Barndoor Without Borders
Frédéric Bovay’s ’54 Barndoor travelled from a Swedish scrapyard to a full UK restoration before receiving its final touches in Switzerland. Now rebuilt, patina‑matched and sitting low on Fuchs, it’s ready to roam Europe once again.
Gianni’s 200hp Turbo Split Evolution
Gianni Sanchez’s 1952 Split has transformed from a simple patina cruiser into a slammed, turbocharged RadikalBugZ icon.
Gianni Sanchez’s 1952 Split has transformed from a simple patina cruiser into a slammed, turbocharged RadikalBugZ icon.
Patina Perfected Through Real Work
Jérôme Lorphevre’s ’59 may look untouched, but beneath its sunburnt paint lies months of welding, rebuilding and carefully preserved originality.
The Famous Mercury Barndoor
Now fully revived with meticulous metalwork, fresh patina and a strong Type 4 engine, it’s ready for many more miles.
The Art of Aging
Tijl Van Damme longed to find a patina convertible Beetle. Along came this ‘64 model, the perfect candidate for the slammed project he envisioned.
Twenty Years of The Purist
Sam’s Australian‑built ’54 Oval has lived a life of patina, performance, loss and rediscovery. Two decades on, it stands as a raw reminder that authenticity outlasts perfection.
Welding Life Into a Barndoor
Red Bull F1 fabricator Andrew Smith rescues a derelict ’52 Swedish Barndoor with skill, patience and a lot of welding.
Body‑Dropped Double Cab Masterpiece
This ’65 Double Cab may wear patina, but beneath the surface lies a full rebuild and a meticulously engineered 7 cm body drop. It’s a static, mega‑low Bus that keeps factory geometry, and drives long distances… true craftsmanship.
Jérôme Lorphevre’s ’59 may look untouched, but beneath its sunburnt paint lies months of welding, rebuilding and carefully preserved originality.
The Famous Mercury Barndoor
Now fully revived with meticulous metalwork, fresh patina and a strong Type 4 engine, it’s ready for many more miles.
The Art of Aging
Tijl Van Damme longed to find a patina convertible Beetle. Along came this ‘64 model, the perfect candidate for the slammed project he envisioned.
Twenty Years of The Purist
Sam’s Australian‑built ’54 Oval has lived a life of patina, performance, loss and rediscovery. Two decades on, it stands as a raw reminder that authenticity outlasts perfection.
Welding Life Into a Barndoor
Red Bull F1 fabricator Andrew Smith rescues a derelict ’52 Swedish Barndoor with skill, patience and a lot of welding.
Body‑Dropped Double Cab Masterpiece
This ’65 Double Cab may wear patina, but beneath the surface lies a full rebuild and a meticulously engineered 7 cm body drop. It’s a static, mega‑low Bus that keeps factory geometry, and drives long distances… true craftsmanship.
Shows
BBT Open House & Convoy
A behind‑the‑scenes look at BBT’s open-house prep.
HO26 – Hessisch Oldendorf
HO26 delivered record crowds, scorching 40°C heat and unforgettable VW highlights at their 9th edition.
De Garaasj Open House
De Garaasj opened its ever‑growing workshop to international visitors, BBQ and a smoky T2a burnout to set the tone for EBI.
PAT Open House
Pat’s California‑inspired Nivelles workshop drew enthusiasts from across Europe, packing the industrial zone with VWs.
Kurt’s EMPI Museum
An invitation‑only pre‑EBI gathering where Kurt’s Flatline Lowriders HQ revealed its remarkable stash of rare VW parts.
European Bug-In #11
A record‑breaking three‑day celebration where 34,000 enthusiasts, racers and collectors came together in Chimay.
…and more!
Above: limited print ‘Collectors Edition’ cover for our current subscribers.
The Patina Blender
UK artist Steve Parsons shares how his unique hand‑painted patina techniques transform fresh metal into authentic, time‑worn finishes.
UK artist Steve Parsons shares how his unique hand‑painted patina techniques transform fresh metal into authentic, time‑worn finishes.
Meet the Maker: OKRASA pt.01
A rare cache of forgotten OKRASA drawings, notes and artefacts reveals how Gerhard Oettinger helped shape German tuning history.
Nerdy Knowledge Column
A deep dive into the evolution of VW’s pre‑’67 headlights.
European VW Show Calendar
Most European air-cooled VW shows listed on one page.
El Dub’s Column
A rare cache of forgotten OKRASA drawings, notes and artefacts reveals how Gerhard Oettinger helped shape German tuning history.
Nerdy Knowledge Column
A deep dive into the evolution of VW’s pre‑’67 headlights.
European VW Show Calendar
Most European air-cooled VW shows listed on one page.
El Dub’s Column
A dual‑display EBI chapter where Economotors, EMPI heritage and beautifully weathered VW icons came together…
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