Juan’s 1980 vw rabbit pick up

What is your full name, what do you drive (year, make, model)?

My name is Juan Carlos Romero jr. I drive a 1980 vw rabbit pick up.

Photo: Ohad Kab

What do you do for a living?

I Repair Con Ed’s leaking gas mains.

How did you start loving cars?

Playing with hot wheels and just seeing them pass on the road.

Tell us about the Rabbit. What made you buy this car and what is so special about it?

 I wanted one since high school. I’ve had two others before but I had to get rid of them. Came across this one and couldn’t pass it up. I regret getting rid of the cars so once I got the opportunity to come up on a clean one I had to buy it.

Photo - Ohad Kab

When are you most proud of this car?

All the time. It’s a representation of hard work.

How does owning and collecting vintage cars fit into your overall life philosophy or values?

They’re timepieces that pertain to certain periods in our life. They encapsulate certain feelings and moments.

Photo - Ohad Kab

What other passions or hobbies do you have outside of vintage cars?

Skateboarding and spending time with my family.