No, the Golf County pictured above isn't one of those garage-built crossovers that we find from time to time on eBay. This is a rare, stock to the bone model that was built in a limited run of around 7,700 units from 1990 to 1991. See, well before the Tiguan and Touareg SUVs came to fill the void in Volkswagen's "off-road" range, the German automaker tried to create an innovative hybrid-offroader based on the second-generation Golf model.
Unlike many of today's faux-crossovers, the Golf Country used VW's Syncro all-wheel drive system combined with a heavily revised suspension and higher road-clearance to offer the vehicle true off road capability.
Other features included a skid plate to protect the engine area along with front and rear guard rails plus an externally mounted spare wheel carrier.
In Europe, the Golf MK2 Country was offered with either a 115HP 1.8-liter 8v gasoline engine or a 75HP 1.6-liter turbodiesel. This particular example found on eBay, is a '91 petrol model that is said to have been exported to Japan before finding its way to Canada in 2008. If you're interested, the 'Buy it Now Price' is US$7,200.
Thanks for the tip Alex! Link: eBay
Now here's a custom made Beetle that's not only unique, but it actually makes so much sense that you wonder why Volkswagen didn't come up with an idea like this when the classic bug was in production. Similar with today's MINI Clubman, the 1965 Beetle benefits from the addition of a rear suicide door on the passenger's side, a practical solution that has been cleanly integrated into the bug without altering its timeless looks. If you're interested, the car is up for sale on eBay.
