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Book SynopsisThe explosion of Patina Volkswagens on social media has inspired those car fanatics, who realise that you don't have to restore a car to end up with a good-looking ride. At last, you can stand out from the crowd, even on a tight budget. The look of the cars that result from patina builds is honest, unspoiled, and characterful; it has also inspired the media, movie stars and celebrities. Interest in patination has undoubtedly resulted in increased car values, and turned a brand of cars that had always been a cheap, honest mode of transportation into something cool with a high price tag. The people the look initially inspired have grown with the hobby, finding ways to achieve a great look on a tight budget, and producing a micro-industry that still manages to embrace the 'Built not bought' ethos. This book takes a look at the differing styles of patina VW build, and imparts tips on finding and buying a project car, carrying out a sympathetic patina style renovation, and includes a chapter on recreating a patina finish on repaired areas or missing parts.
Trade ReviewIt's full of photos and curiously addictive. Octane (UK) --- this is a good book. It's concise and is backed up with lots of experience behind the guidance. Auto Express --- a vital lesson in this book that the classic mainstream could learn from ... More important to restorers than they expect from the title. Classic Cars --- This book shows you how to create a VW with honest, unspoiled character. Practical Classics --- it's a useful resource for those wishing to accentuate their classic's patina. Classic & Sports Car --- this is an excellent text for anyone anticipating building a Patina VW ... this tome will be a notable and a well used addition to your library regardless of your area of interest. - IPMS/USA Journal
