What does it take to restore one of the rarest and most historically significant Volkswagens ever built?
In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, Greg Stanley sits down with Alexander Soultanis to explore the remarkable story behind the restoration of a 1944 KdF-Wagen Type 82e—a fascinating vehicle that bridges the military Kübelwagen and the civilian Beetle during World War II.
Alexander shares the car's incredible history, the painstaking research required to authenticate its originality, the challenges of sourcing nearly impossible-to-find components, and the delicate balance between preservation and restoration. Along the way, you'll gain insight into the origins of what would eventually become one of the world's most recognizable automobiles and why surviving examples like this are so important to automotive history.
Whether you're a Volkswagen enthusiast, a restoration expert, or simply love uncovering the stories behind significant collector cars, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
In this episode:
The history of the 1944 KdF-Wagen Type 82e
How the Type 82e connects the Kübelwagen and the Volkswagen Beetle
The research behind an authentic restoration
Finding rare, period-correct components
Preserving history while bringing a vehicle back to life
Why these cars matter in today's collector car market
The Collector Car Podcast features expert interviews, great collections, and market insights. With 25+ years of experience, Greg helps enthusiasts navigate the collector car world with confidence.
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