Fifty years ago, a Sunshine Yellow 1303 Cabriolet left the Karmann factory in Osnabrück, bound for France. It ended up in Colombia, then a friend's care, and finally one man's garage, where it has been part of a wedding, a friendship, and a family's story.

The MacPherson strut suspension gave the Super Beetle a smoother ride and sharper handling than a standard Beetle, but it also brought common trouble spots. Worn top mounts, leaking struts, and hidden rust around the strut towers are worth checking before they turn into costly repairs.

For more than three decades, the Terryville Bug-A-Fair has been a Father's Day tradition for Volkswagen enthusiasts across the Northeast. This year's event drew more than 400 show cars, a growing swap meet, and dozens of vendors.