Authenticity
Certified by Bruce & Winnie Meyers, this car is a special collection of vintage Buggy components.
CertificatesPre-Tag Provenance. Newport Spirit.
A special tribute & a special recognition of Winifred “Winnie” Meyers and her ongoing support. An early Meyers Manx on a shortened ’72 Beetle chassis.
Featured in Manx Mania — Summer 2026
Winnie in motion — view the Gallery
Winnie in Manx Mania
Winnie’s story was published in Manx Mania, the magazine of the Manx Club — Summer 2026, “Buggy Build,” written by Steven Smith.
“A buggy with manners. It was about building something that might get dusted off and driven for another 50 or 100 years. Why not?”
Finished Preview
A quick look at Winnie as she sits today.
The Build
Dietz 9-82 headlights, Yankee Tri-Star mirrors, dual chrome tube bumper, ivory wheel, vintage-inspired interior, and a documented parts ledger.
Build SheetOwner’s Manual
A practical guide to driving, operating, and caring for your Manx — operating guide, basic maintenance tips, and key specs/upgrades specific to this build.
Read ManualQuick Specs
- Body
- Meyers Manx Fiberglass (certified)
- Chassis
- 1972 VW Beetle IRS, shortened to Manx spec
- Lights
- Dietz 9-82; floor high-beam switch
- Mirrors
- Yankee Tri-Star, short-stem fender mount
- Steering
- Rugged Electric Power Steering
- Electrical
- Battery Lithium YTX14-BS; modern fuse panel
- Tires
- Front 215/75-R15; Rear 225/75R15
Progress
See the full progress log on The Build.
Why “Winnie-The-Manx”?
A thank-you on wheels. Built to be driven and shared — in the playful, inventive spirit Bruce & Winnie championed.
Read the Story