Donnie Prater, raised literally inside Volkswagen culture, shares his lifetime of VW memories — from being put into a tie‑dye onesie at the hospital to learning brake jobs and engine swaps as a kid. He walks through his earliest builds, the heartbreak of blown engines, and the lessons that shaped his mechanical instincts.
The episode also covers Donnie’s favorite cars and shows, his rare original 1983 Jetta, dream builds, and advice for new enthusiasts. A nostalgic, straightforward conversation about family legacy, patience, and why the VW scene connects people across generations.
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