1949 Beetle Split Window

4 speed "Split Window" with semaphores
1949 marked the first year of official importation of the Volkswagen bug to the United States. Only two bugs were imported during that first year. While this is not one of those first two bugs, it is an extremely nice example! Chances are that this was imported privately, perhaps by a military employee. It features split rear window and the semaphores (turn signals) built into the rear of the door jams. The turn signal would activate the arms which would stick out to the side and signal a turn. These were later replaced with conventional turn signals. To answer a frequently asked question, the market value of this particular bug is anyone's guess!

1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Automatic Stick Shift with only 1,100 Miles!
A near flawless example of a fairly rare model. 1974 was the last year of U.S.A. production for this model. Autohaus Lancaster tried to purchase this car when it had only 500 miles on it. We missed the car when it was sold to actor Dustin Hoffman. Four years later Autohaus purchased the car from him when he decided it was not getting enough use. A great story and a wonderful car!

1977 Beetle Sedan

Bahama Blue Metallic With White Vinyl
Museum quality and completely original! This vehicle has never been sold to a retail customer. Mileage currently 324. The sunroof on this car is a particularly desirable option. This car was shipped to our store and has resided in the museum ever since. 1977 was the last official year for the Bug sedan to be imported to the United States. The market value of this particular vehicle is approximately $16,000.

1977 Porsche 930

One of the fierce early-model 911 Turbos
Original mint-green paint and rare "Turbo" decal! This car was shipped to Autohaus Lancaster when brand new and Mr. Wanner used it as his demo up until 1987. Turbos were built for the US market from 1974-'79, again from 1986-'89, then again in 1991, 1992, 1994, 1996 and 1997. While this vehicle boasts 234 horsepower at 5500 rpm with a four-speed gearbox, the last 1997 Turbo "S" Edition featured liquid all-wheel drive, six speeds and 424 horses! Early 911s were famous for teaching the uninitiated a lesson: power-off oversteer was the end of many of these great cars.

1979 Beetle Convertible

Diamond Silver With Black interior
Museum quality and completely original! This vehicle has never been sold to a retail customer. Mileage currently 184. This car was shipped to our store and has resided in the museum ever since. 1979 was the last official year for the bug convertible to be imported to the United States. To answer a frequently asked question, the market value of this particular vehicle is approximately $20,000.

1963 356B Coupe

Red with Black interior
This car is considered by many to be a "bread and butter" 356. Lacking a sunroof and "S" options, this is a fairly common model. Tom Wanner bought this car in 1982. It went through many stages of restoration and was finally completed in 1991. With a newly redone motor, transmission, interior, exterior (and more money than sense) it is today a good-looking "driver."

Beautiful restoration completed by Autohaus Lancaster's top notch staff. A must see in the Collection!

1956 Porsche Speedster Post Restoration

A true testimant to the Bodyshop. An excellent job..

1956 356 Speedster

Porsche’s first customer racer
The Speedster was introduced in late 1954 after Max Hoffman, the sole US importer of Porsches, advised the Porsche company that a lower-cost, open-top version would sell well in the American market. With its low, raked windshield (which could be removed for weekend racing), bucket seats and minimal folding top, the Speedster was an instant hit as the design was ideal for hill-climbs and other racing venues. Speedsters were very basic, very light and were built with few available factory options. As a result they were less expensive by the standards of that day. Unfortunately many of these cars were lost due to racing related mishaps. As you admire its beautiful lines, it is easy to understand why this is easily one of the most desirable of all vintage Porsches.

This lovely example was actually traded into Autohaus Lancaster many years ago. Our founder, Herbert Wanner, retained the car and it resided in the museum for many years. Recently, the vehicle (which was silver in color when traded in) was completely restored to its original color and interior combination. All body panels match the serial number. Mr. Dennis Frick of Europa Macchina is credited with the restoration work, and this vehicle is still driven on special occasions. This car’s nickname is “Speedy.”

1970 Porsche 914-6

Yes, This Is A Real One!
Restored by Autohaus Lancaster to original condition, this 914-6 houses a 110 hp six cylinder 911 engine with twin three barrel carbs. Of particular note on this vehicle are the factory options. The green metallic paint is fairly rare as is the beautiful beige interior. The car also has the "Fuchs" alloy wheels and the "Appearance Package" which includes chrome front and rear bumpers. In its day, this was a well equipped 914-6.