Greetings, dear reader! Do you have a fascination with cars once owned by historical figures known for their notorious actions? If that’s the case, we have exciting news for you. While Ted Bundy’s Volkswagen Beetle remains securely housed at the Crime Museum, you now have the chance to acquire Hermann Göring’s Volkswagen Beetle, courtesy of West Coast Choppers.
As noted in the eBay listing, this 1944 Volkswagen KdF-Wagen—the early model of the Beetle—is among the few that survived the intense bombing campaigns by the Allied Powers during World War II. Most components, including the engine, transmission, suspension, and interior, are authentic, although the exterior has received a fresh coat of paint. Furthermore, given the car’s remarkable history, it comes with comprehensive documentation, including evidence of its delivery to Göring’s office in Berlin in February 1944.
For those unfamiliar with the details, Göring was a former World War I pilot who rose to become one of the most influential leaders in the Nazi regime. He was second in command to Hitler for a significant period, having established the Gestapo in 1933 and led the Luftwaffe until the war concluded. After losing Hitler’s favor in 1943 due to air force failures, he concentrated on seizing valuables from the victims of the Nazis, including many Jewish individuals during the Holocaust. Ultimately, Göring was tried and convicted for war crimes and sentenced to death, but he took his own life with cyanide on the eve of his execution.
If you’re interested in owning this historical vehicle, be prepared for a hefty investment. The eBay listing features a Buy It Now price of $525,000.
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