If you’re looking for a classic way to get around Mexico, it doesn’t get any better than the Vocho.
The Mexican form of the VW Bug, the Vocho was one of the most mass produced cars in the country. It seems all of our local friends have owned/driven (or still drive) a Vocho at some point in their life. And you can totally tell why – they look awesome!
First introduced by Germans at an autoshow in Mexico city, Mexico began producing these vehicles themselves in 1961. The legacy came to a halt in June 2003 when the last line of Mexican Vochos rolled off the assembly line.
While Vochos might not be in production anymore, they are still everywhere! They are reliable, easy to repair and super cost effective. Plus they come in any color you could possibly want!
Of course if you’re not into leaving a carbon footprint, there are always alternative modes of transportation…
If we ever find ourselves back to Mexico, you better believe we are picking up a Vocho for ourselves! Or maybe something a bit more spacious…
What do you think of the Vocho? What’s your favorite car you’ve seen abroad?
Ok, seriously…get out of my head! haha. I was going to write this exact post about the Vocho in Mexico… Nice work on beating me to it :)
Isn’t it an awesome car? They are everywhere, I never get sick of seeing them.
Cheers!
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Hahaha please write it still!! We saw so many cool Vochos when we were in Valladolid that were different from the ones we had seen on the Pacific. It would be great to see more :)
I absolutely adore the vocho! My favourite is the red one, maybe I should go to Mexico get one ;)
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YES! And great choice. I have always loved VW bugs, but the Vochos are so classic!
Love these cars! We’ve just got back from Cuba and I still miss the old American cars and the beaten up Ladas!
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I’m so jealous! Cuba has been on the list for quite some time, but it is a bit tricky with us being Americans. We’ll definitely visit one day though!
I found you guys over at “My Tan Feet” – great blog and the Vocho is definitely the best choice, although I like the horse as well ;) happy travels guys!
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Lol! They really are everywhere! Also here in Playa. :D They look super cute but also very unsafe!
But I love seeing them. Have lots of photos of them as well! You’re just drawn to them, right? :)
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Yes, so drawn to them! I didn’t realize they were that unsafe, though we did hear about the Vocho robberies that used to happen in Mexico City when the Vochos were being used as taxis. Still, I love them!
Wow, they are gorgeous. And so many!!
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And that’s only a fraction of the ones we saw! It’s so crazy how many there are!
Haha, that’s awesome! I didn’t realize these cars were so popular. They must be though, even the cowboy on horseback seems to want one!
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Haha he does look a bit wistful, doesn’t he?! I definitely don’t blame him :)
This is such a funny post. Definetly, a great way to cruise around Mexico.
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Thanks Ruth!!
Driving a voncho and the road bumps were so much fun in Merida the last time I was there!! Can’t wait to go back!
Sounds like fun! Didn’t make it to Merida but we’ve heard great things!
Hello, did you rent the vocho in Merida. We are tryng to rent a vocho in Merida at the moment, but cant find any place that rents them. Thanks
sweet!!! the orange vw bug its mine yeah!!!!!
they are not unsafe cars , everlast i say!
so jealous! haha we want an orange one!!! :)