TESTIMONIALS
ARE FROM PRESSENT AND PAST CLIENTS THAT HAVE USED OUR PRODUCTS AND HAVE TAKEN TIME TO TELL OTHERS WHAT THEY THOUGHT.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS
FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS THINK OF US WHEN SOMEONE
ATTEMPTS TO CLAIM WE ARE NOT WHAT WE SAY.
WE ARE VERY PROUD OF WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS
THINK ABOUT US AND WHAT WE DO.
03/08/2019
THE BACK STORY: I used to work for Mendeola and during that time a client gave Mendeola $44,100 as a NONE Refundable deposit to build a Mendeola Meyers Manxter. It was clearly written on the build order which the client signed. I was only an employee, and the person dealing directly with the client. He then 4 months into a 6-8 month build decided to want his money back plus 10% interest. Of course Mendeola refused to accommodate the client. The client sued Mendeola and anyone (including myself) three separate times for amounts of $110,000 to the last suit for $500,000. He dismissed all of the suits and had us agree to not pursue him for damages. Then years later attempted to slander and defame my name.
The statements below were made publicly on social media by my clients and friends who know me within 24 hours of the original posting.
Douglas Gunter Kevin Zagar. You are a stand up guy. Every transaction I have had with you has gone just fine. You have even replaced a defective part at zero cost to me. I appreciate the parts you make and the upstanding customer service I have received from you. Thank you sir. You are a good guy and sorry this guy is trying to drag you thru the mud. Thanks. Doug.
Valentino Salazar Kevin, you helped me out when I didn’t even know very much about my car (still don’t in some aspects, but I know more now 😉). You made the process of my build simple and didn’t try to sell me anything that I didn’t want. You set me straight on things I didn’t need (when I wanted) them. It’s almost been 2 years since we got to know each other. You even explained the process to my wife which I greatly appreciated (still do!). If I had that same $$$$$ to spend, I’d do it all over again with you. Maybe one day I will 🤞🏼 cheers my brother 🤙🏼
Chris Vredeveld F- the scamers. You're a sraight shooter, a great boss, and a good friend, always there to help someone out.
Rolando Cruz Quiet we all know that you are a hard in your work and honest...
Dave Cormack I simply cannot believe I am about to say what I am going to say, but...Kevin Zagar, you are one of the most honorable, respectful, hard-working, honest human beings I know, and I know a LOT of people. Let the guy sue you, or whatever, the people that matter, and know you, know better.
Kelsie Ortega I even still remember when you helped me with the issue I had with my drivers seat in the scion! You took time out of your day to take it out completely out of the car for me and fixed the issue! I remember hearing the story about this guy too awhile ago. Some people are just pos
Telly Carsten You know bruddah. We had many talks about this. It sucks, alot of bs that you and your family dont need. Just alway hold your head up high and in the end the true will come out. People that know you knows that you are a stand up guy. You will always have your haters and jealous people. Just dont let them get you fucus off your path.
Shawn Brown Kevin you and I go way back and I know from experience your a stand up guy!
Will Copeland Buyer beware, but in this case sounds like seller beware! What a tool! YouYou are good people Kevin.
Tim Hillier Kevin Zagar you went out of your way to help me and wend way above what any business would normally do. Im sorry some jack wagon felt the need to slander you in this manor. KarCory Drake Damn, Kevin! I can’t imagine somebody saying anything bad about you OR Mendeola.
I hope there’s something stronger left after the dust settles than what was there before — and I really hope this guy loses.ma will take care of it in the end. Keep up the good work supplying a great product
Morenoz Kustomz Im on your side kevin ✌
Arne Carlson Kevin Zagar I know that was a rough time when Mike went through all that and people just need to understand that was not your gig at the time. You were working for an employer and that's that. Even then I saw how hard you worked on those builds. I'd buy a car from you any day of the week.
Craig Tanson Kevin Zagar sometimes you can’t make everyone happy no matter how hard you try. All you can do is your best which is what I have seen and experienced from you.
Gregory Boyer In this crazy world Brother you are the one I turn to when I have no where else to go and as always you are a man of your word and always go the extra mile to help me out! I stand in your corner because you are a good friend and always do what you say! A man of his word! Goes a long way in today’s world! Aloha Brother🤙
Bos Zem From our conversations, advice you’ve offered and information about your builds that you’ve willingly shared I would agree with everyone that knows you on a much more personal level, you’re an open book with no ulterior motive!! As an outsider looking in I’d say that you are who you say you are!!! You’ve never steered me in any other direction but the best possible route to take! You’ve shared what could be considered quite valuable information from a business person’s standpoint and you never withheld anything as if we were longtime friends!! We even shared information about our kids and our wives which meant the world too me!! Even you’re products speak volumes about you and the kind of person you are!!!! You are a very personable person who cares for others well being not just because it’s your business, but because that’s who you are, and that in this world surrounded by the majority of others who don’t share the same values is huge in itself!!!! The best thing you can do is forgive this fool, you don’t have to forget, but continue to move forward, don’t let him get your spirits down or worse yet change who you are and how you go about your life!!! Unfortunately these things happen in the business world, it’s just too bad the guy has to be such an arrogant, unreasonable, greedy pig!!!!! Continue to surround yourself with family, friends and those who are positive who stand behind you as this experience will make you wiser and eventually stronger!!!!
Rusty Leininger You always tried helping me out with what ever you could. I know a little about this story and it’s total bull. This guy needs to eat a .....
Demian Hurst Dude that sucks. I don’t know what was said but I’ve known you the longest and you are a solid man. I’m happy to be a character witness or write a deposition or anything you need my brother.
Tony Pembroke Great guy who does great work and is honest. Takes all the time and then some to discuss projects and parts with his customers. I've purchased a few parts from Kevin and I'm sure soon enough I'll be sending a build his way. You're the man Kevin Zagar don't sweat the petty stuff just pet the sweaty stuff 😅. BTW. The Flop stop fits great ok my Patina 64 bug. Thanks again!
Andreas Tabb Those kinds of people need to get a real life! They won’t of those wannabe jerks who thinks they can get anything for nothing! Really...get a life.....I am sorry Kevin, Now I understand why I haven’t heard from ya...Don’t worry my friend...I am sure you will come up with something good for you and the company.
Brandon Williams we here at b and r have bought complete suspensions and brakes from kevin shifter pedals etc. couldnt ask for a better guy like we are here. help anyone. Kevin Zagar
Bever Garage Sorry to hear about this buddy. As everyone else has said you are good dude and it’s been a pleasure doing business with you in the past.
Darrin Wilson The world of retail sales sucks. There is always in asshat out there with zero morals and no character that just wants to screw everyone. It will all play out in the end, karma is a bitch.
Mark Steeves I know we only briefly got to hangout an speak to one another. But I got no "backstabber" or "theif" vibes from you what so ever. I hope this all ends easily an smoothly for ya. Also isnt gonna stop me from buying the parts I want from you. Lol.
Tim Henderson Sorry to hear Kevin. Entitlement is Rampant these days. Youre good in my book . I didnt see what went down but you did a good job at being transparent.
Tim Faville Kevin Zagar, you are a stand up guy and the stuff that was allowed to be posted on this page should have never been allowed to post. This is a classifieds page for items to sell, not a discussion forum, so I am going to lock any further comments and deal with the people responsible for posting this to my page.
Tim Faville Kevin Zagar , no problems man, you are just defending your name and honor. I have removed the guy from this page and will have a chat with the admin about allowing this type of posting to be approved. I always enjoy seeing the cool products you produce posted up on my page and I encourage you to continue posting on here.
Rudy Bautista Kevin Zagar, even though you chopped the entire top off of a perfectly good VW, I still have mad respect for you. In this world there are people who try to get things by hurting others because somewhere along there own path they got lazy. Let the unhappy, lazy and generally disturbed people do what they do and continue being the person you decided to be. All of us that know you do not have to say anything to anyone about you, you just know we are truly FRIENDS. Let me know if you need anything, I’m only a hole in the ground away!!!! 😉
Cris E Fago I met Kevin 25+ years ago, he is a man of integrity and honesty. I recently had something come up in my life where Kevin really went above and beyond with his offer of help. In my opinion, the world we live in needs MORE people like Kevin Zagar. If you know him, then you know what I’m talking about. Hang tough Kev, you have a lot of people in your corner brother!
Tim Tucciarone Here is my experience with Kevin Zagar and Mendeola. I needed a seal where my CV flange goes in the trans. I called Mendeola and they have the seals in stock. 25 minute drive to their business. Kevin opens the door. Mind you, I went to high school with this guy and havent seen him in decades! He brings me in, shows me around and all the things he is doing for coolrydes. I had the side cover with me, he swapped out the seal for me and only charged me the cost of the part. I threw an extra $20 at him for the help and cool tour of the shop. Bottom line, your character will out power 1 mans negative comment or attempt to slander.
Onix Bonilla Well, what I can say? Every time I make business with Kevin Zagar, I know I will get the service, the quality and back up that I had never gotten before. So I put my money where my mouth is. As my daily work is working with “customers”, I had my share of similar experiences, never are less frustrating than before, but at least we know we did our best. And Mr Kevin Zagar, I can testify, you are one of the few that gives us more that we paid for!!!
Onix Bonilla MD
Scott A Hartsfield Kevin I don't know you but I used to sell super beetle front clips to mike years ago. I have followed your site and can say as for Your product it all looks top notch. As for any service industry we are only as good as the word and product or service we give. The vw world is a very small circle and I have never heard anything neg about you or your product. Sometimes you can't help what someone is going to toss at you but reading everything on this post you have to sit back and realize this is not a true shot at you. Theres to many people here giving an honest opinion that have worked with ya.
This will pass keep producing what you do and keep treating your customers the same way you have.
Good luck
Jeff Applebaum It looks to me that someone has very expensive toys and that he has probably done this to someone else. One of the biggest problems is of people in this nature of being sue happy. Anything for a free buck. Eventually, Karma will catch up with him and believe me it does work in mysterious ways.
Kevin, you are a very impressive businessman! Keep doing you?
Alex Markson party! party! party! to celebrate your awesomeness my friend
Hector Hermosillo You are a stand up guy and I will continue to support Coolrydes Custom.
Bos Zem A party to meet all the people that support you would be awesome considering that most of these people have known you for a long time and from what I’ve seen you surround yourself with like minded people who value others in life!!!
THE BACK STORY: I used to work for Mendeola and during that time a client gave Mendeola $44,100 as a NONE Refundable deposit to build a Mendeola Meyers Manxter. It was clearly written on the build order which the client signed. I was only an employee, and the person dealing directly with the client. He then 4 months into a 6-8 month build decided to want his money back plus 10% interest. Of course Mendeola refused to accommodate the client. The client sued Mendeola and anyone (including myself) three separate times for amounts of $110,000 to the last suit for $500,000. He dismissed all of the suits and had us agree to not pursue him for damages. Then years later attempted to slander and defame my name.
The statements below were made publicly on social media by my clients and friends who know me within 24 hours of the original posting.
Douglas Gunter Kevin Zagar. You are a stand up guy. Every transaction I have had with you has gone just fine. You have even replaced a defective part at zero cost to me. I appreciate the parts you make and the upstanding customer service I have received from you. Thank you sir. You are a good guy and sorry this guy is trying to drag you thru the mud. Thanks. Doug.
Valentino Salazar Kevin, you helped me out when I didn’t even know very much about my car (still don’t in some aspects, but I know more now 😉). You made the process of my build simple and didn’t try to sell me anything that I didn’t want. You set me straight on things I didn’t need (when I wanted) them. It’s almost been 2 years since we got to know each other. You even explained the process to my wife which I greatly appreciated (still do!). If I had that same $$$$$ to spend, I’d do it all over again with you. Maybe one day I will 🤞🏼 cheers my brother 🤙🏼
Chris Vredeveld F- the scamers. You're a sraight shooter, a great boss, and a good friend, always there to help someone out.
Rolando Cruz Quiet we all know that you are a hard in your work and honest...
Dave Cormack I simply cannot believe I am about to say what I am going to say, but...Kevin Zagar, you are one of the most honorable, respectful, hard-working, honest human beings I know, and I know a LOT of people. Let the guy sue you, or whatever, the people that matter, and know you, know better.
Kelsie Ortega I even still remember when you helped me with the issue I had with my drivers seat in the scion! You took time out of your day to take it out completely out of the car for me and fixed the issue! I remember hearing the story about this guy too awhile ago. Some people are just pos
Telly Carsten You know bruddah. We had many talks about this. It sucks, alot of bs that you and your family dont need. Just alway hold your head up high and in the end the true will come out. People that know you knows that you are a stand up guy. You will always have your haters and jealous people. Just dont let them get you fucus off your path.
Shawn Brown Kevin you and I go way back and I know from experience your a stand up guy!
Will Copeland Buyer beware, but in this case sounds like seller beware! What a tool! YouYou are good people Kevin.
Tim Hillier Kevin Zagar you went out of your way to help me and wend way above what any business would normally do. Im sorry some jack wagon felt the need to slander you in this manor. KarCory Drake Damn, Kevin! I can’t imagine somebody saying anything bad about you OR Mendeola.
I hope there’s something stronger left after the dust settles than what was there before — and I really hope this guy loses.ma will take care of it in the end. Keep up the good work supplying a great product
Morenoz Kustomz Im on your side kevin ✌
Arne Carlson Kevin Zagar I know that was a rough time when Mike went through all that and people just need to understand that was not your gig at the time. You were working for an employer and that's that. Even then I saw how hard you worked on those builds. I'd buy a car from you any day of the week.
Craig Tanson Kevin Zagar sometimes you can’t make everyone happy no matter how hard you try. All you can do is your best which is what I have seen and experienced from you.
Gregory Boyer In this crazy world Brother you are the one I turn to when I have no where else to go and as always you are a man of your word and always go the extra mile to help me out! I stand in your corner because you are a good friend and always do what you say! A man of his word! Goes a long way in today’s world! Aloha Brother🤙
Bos Zem From our conversations, advice you’ve offered and information about your builds that you’ve willingly shared I would agree with everyone that knows you on a much more personal level, you’re an open book with no ulterior motive!! As an outsider looking in I’d say that you are who you say you are!!! You’ve never steered me in any other direction but the best possible route to take! You’ve shared what could be considered quite valuable information from a business person’s standpoint and you never withheld anything as if we were longtime friends!! We even shared information about our kids and our wives which meant the world too me!! Even you’re products speak volumes about you and the kind of person you are!!!! You are a very personable person who cares for others well being not just because it’s your business, but because that’s who you are, and that in this world surrounded by the majority of others who don’t share the same values is huge in itself!!!! The best thing you can do is forgive this fool, you don’t have to forget, but continue to move forward, don’t let him get your spirits down or worse yet change who you are and how you go about your life!!! Unfortunately these things happen in the business world, it’s just too bad the guy has to be such an arrogant, unreasonable, greedy pig!!!!! Continue to surround yourself with family, friends and those who are positive who stand behind you as this experience will make you wiser and eventually stronger!!!!
Rusty Leininger You always tried helping me out with what ever you could. I know a little about this story and it’s total bull. This guy needs to eat a .....
Demian Hurst Dude that sucks. I don’t know what was said but I’ve known you the longest and you are a solid man. I’m happy to be a character witness or write a deposition or anything you need my brother.
Tony Pembroke Great guy who does great work and is honest. Takes all the time and then some to discuss projects and parts with his customers. I've purchased a few parts from Kevin and I'm sure soon enough I'll be sending a build his way. You're the man Kevin Zagar don't sweat the petty stuff just pet the sweaty stuff 😅. BTW. The Flop stop fits great ok my Patina 64 bug. Thanks again!
Andreas Tabb Those kinds of people need to get a real life! They won’t of those wannabe jerks who thinks they can get anything for nothing! Really...get a life.....I am sorry Kevin, Now I understand why I haven’t heard from ya...Don’t worry my friend...I am sure you will come up with something good for you and the company.
Brandon Williams we here at b and r have bought complete suspensions and brakes from kevin shifter pedals etc. couldnt ask for a better guy like we are here. help anyone. Kevin Zagar
Bever Garage Sorry to hear about this buddy. As everyone else has said you are good dude and it’s been a pleasure doing business with you in the past.
Darrin Wilson The world of retail sales sucks. There is always in asshat out there with zero morals and no character that just wants to screw everyone. It will all play out in the end, karma is a bitch.
Mark Steeves I know we only briefly got to hangout an speak to one another. But I got no "backstabber" or "theif" vibes from you what so ever. I hope this all ends easily an smoothly for ya. Also isnt gonna stop me from buying the parts I want from you. Lol.
Tim Henderson Sorry to hear Kevin. Entitlement is Rampant these days. Youre good in my book . I didnt see what went down but you did a good job at being transparent.
Tim Faville Kevin Zagar, you are a stand up guy and the stuff that was allowed to be posted on this page should have never been allowed to post. This is a classifieds page for items to sell, not a discussion forum, so I am going to lock any further comments and deal with the people responsible for posting this to my page.
Tim Faville Kevin Zagar , no problems man, you are just defending your name and honor. I have removed the guy from this page and will have a chat with the admin about allowing this type of posting to be approved. I always enjoy seeing the cool products you produce posted up on my page and I encourage you to continue posting on here.
Rudy Bautista Kevin Zagar, even though you chopped the entire top off of a perfectly good VW, I still have mad respect for you. In this world there are people who try to get things by hurting others because somewhere along there own path they got lazy. Let the unhappy, lazy and generally disturbed people do what they do and continue being the person you decided to be. All of us that know you do not have to say anything to anyone about you, you just know we are truly FRIENDS. Let me know if you need anything, I’m only a hole in the ground away!!!! 😉
Cris E Fago I met Kevin 25+ years ago, he is a man of integrity and honesty. I recently had something come up in my life where Kevin really went above and beyond with his offer of help. In my opinion, the world we live in needs MORE people like Kevin Zagar. If you know him, then you know what I’m talking about. Hang tough Kev, you have a lot of people in your corner brother!
Tim Tucciarone Here is my experience with Kevin Zagar and Mendeola. I needed a seal where my CV flange goes in the trans. I called Mendeola and they have the seals in stock. 25 minute drive to their business. Kevin opens the door. Mind you, I went to high school with this guy and havent seen him in decades! He brings me in, shows me around and all the things he is doing for coolrydes. I had the side cover with me, he swapped out the seal for me and only charged me the cost of the part. I threw an extra $20 at him for the help and cool tour of the shop. Bottom line, your character will out power 1 mans negative comment or attempt to slander.
Onix Bonilla Well, what I can say? Every time I make business with Kevin Zagar, I know I will get the service, the quality and back up that I had never gotten before. So I put my money where my mouth is. As my daily work is working with “customers”, I had my share of similar experiences, never are less frustrating than before, but at least we know we did our best. And Mr Kevin Zagar, I can testify, you are one of the few that gives us more that we paid for!!!
Onix Bonilla MD
Scott A Hartsfield Kevin I don't know you but I used to sell super beetle front clips to mike years ago. I have followed your site and can say as for Your product it all looks top notch. As for any service industry we are only as good as the word and product or service we give. The vw world is a very small circle and I have never heard anything neg about you or your product. Sometimes you can't help what someone is going to toss at you but reading everything on this post you have to sit back and realize this is not a true shot at you. Theres to many people here giving an honest opinion that have worked with ya.
This will pass keep producing what you do and keep treating your customers the same way you have.
Good luck
Jeff Applebaum It looks to me that someone has very expensive toys and that he has probably done this to someone else. One of the biggest problems is of people in this nature of being sue happy. Anything for a free buck. Eventually, Karma will catch up with him and believe me it does work in mysterious ways.
Kevin, you are a very impressive businessman! Keep doing you?
Alex Markson party! party! party! to celebrate your awesomeness my friend
Hector Hermosillo You are a stand up guy and I will continue to support Coolrydes Custom.
Bos Zem A party to meet all the people that support you would be awesome considering that most of these people have known you for a long time and from what I’ve seen you surround yourself with like minded people who value others in life!!!
Onix B. Puerto Rico 10-20-2012
"This is a long story, when you get more then you paid for. I had been more the 20 years on the VW scene here in Puerto Rico. I had made business with a lot of VW and automotive mail order companies. On the last couple of years I had been working on new projects. My main project is a 1970 Karmann Ghia that I want to build as a semi daily driver. I chose to went with Mendeola suspension system. After some emails with Kevin Zagar from Mendeola he send me a complete front and rear suspension kit. I am very happy with the quality. At the same time I had paid a company called Motormeister to build me a 915 transmision. Unfortunately after these people took my money they failed to deliver it for more than a year. They do not answered the phone or replied my emails. I googled them and found multiple horrible stories about their service. I felt stranded as I am in Puerto Rico and they in California. I though I had lost my money. About two months ago Kevin Zagar send me a email follow up on my build, so I told him my problem. Kevin offered me his help. He called the Motormeister people and asked about the transmission. They were full of excuses and gave him a build date. Obviously they failed to deliver again. So Kevin gave them one more week to build it. After the week he drove 3 hours from his shop to theirs. After some hassles they finally gave him the transmission. He then drove back to his shop 3 more hours. He spend all his day only to get my transmission. Kevin didn't charged me a cent for all this. Today I have my 915 transmission at my house. In the 20 years that I had been working with VWs this is the nicest help I had get from a company by far.
"This is a long story, when you get more then you paid for. I had been more the 20 years on the VW scene here in Puerto Rico. I had made business with a lot of VW and automotive mail order companies. On the last couple of years I had been working on new projects. My main project is a 1970 Karmann Ghia that I want to build as a semi daily driver. I chose to went with Mendeola suspension system. After some emails with Kevin Zagar from Mendeola he send me a complete front and rear suspension kit. I am very happy with the quality. At the same time I had paid a company called Motormeister to build me a 915 transmision. Unfortunately after these people took my money they failed to deliver it for more than a year. They do not answered the phone or replied my emails. I googled them and found multiple horrible stories about their service. I felt stranded as I am in Puerto Rico and they in California. I though I had lost my money. About two months ago Kevin Zagar send me a email follow up on my build, so I told him my problem. Kevin offered me his help. He called the Motormeister people and asked about the transmission. They were full of excuses and gave him a build date. Obviously they failed to deliver again. So Kevin gave them one more week to build it. After the week he drove 3 hours from his shop to theirs. After some hassles they finally gave him the transmission. He then drove back to his shop 3 more hours. He spend all his day only to get my transmission. Kevin didn't charged me a cent for all this. Today I have my 915 transmission at my house. In the 20 years that I had been working with VWs this is the nicest help I had get from a company by far.
Tim B. 02-28-2013
"I will feel free to chime in here. My 2 cents, Kevin completed the Speedwell Oval about a year ago. The 6 Magazine Covers were sweet indeed but in all honesty it was built to drive. Although, there were natural adjustments needed along the way it would be difficult to deny the performance of the chassis under my 57 Oval Ragtop. i would encourage anyone to take Kevin up on his offer of a ride in one of his chassis. I believe my original ride made me wet my pants Needless to say, I purchased the chassis, the car was completed and I have been having a lot of fun with it on weekends. Shoot me a PM should you wish to no more."
Cheers,
Tim
"I will feel free to chime in here. My 2 cents, Kevin completed the Speedwell Oval about a year ago. The 6 Magazine Covers were sweet indeed but in all honesty it was built to drive. Although, there were natural adjustments needed along the way it would be difficult to deny the performance of the chassis under my 57 Oval Ragtop. i would encourage anyone to take Kevin up on his offer of a ride in one of his chassis. I believe my original ride made me wet my pants Needless to say, I purchased the chassis, the car was completed and I have been having a lot of fun with it on weekends. Shoot me a PM should you wish to no more."
Cheers,
Tim
Tom & Kathleen I.
"We have to give Kevin & the chassis engineers at Mendeola some "props". We drove the Manxter for the 1st time today with the S2 chassis. I was expecting it to ride like a truck because of all the handing claims. It rides softer and nicer than the VW chassis ever did. The steering is super easy, especially the low speed stuff which has always been a problem with this car. We have a few more things to sort out, but this thing is great. We had it aligned, and will try the performance tests later. Thanks Kevin!"
"We have been driving Kathleen's Manxter around for a couple of years now with the full (front & rear suspension and transaxle) Mendeola chassis. It rides nicer, steers nicer and handles much better than the VW chassis that was under the car when we 1st built it. I was concerned with the large sway bars, but they don't seem to make the ride harsh like with having them on VW suspension. We have had some minor issues, but Kevin and the crew have always come through to take care of them."
"One point I seldom see mentioned about A-arm front suspensions (when they are done right like the Mendeola) is the reduced bump steer. That is one reason why all the hot rodders like the Mustang II / Pinto front suspensions. Proper placement of the rack & pinion and equal length tie rods make for a nice ride and our sterring effort went way down also."
Tom I.
"We have to give Kevin & the chassis engineers at Mendeola some "props". We drove the Manxter for the 1st time today with the S2 chassis. I was expecting it to ride like a truck because of all the handing claims. It rides softer and nicer than the VW chassis ever did. The steering is super easy, especially the low speed stuff which has always been a problem with this car. We have a few more things to sort out, but this thing is great. We had it aligned, and will try the performance tests later. Thanks Kevin!"
"We have been driving Kathleen's Manxter around for a couple of years now with the full (front & rear suspension and transaxle) Mendeola chassis. It rides nicer, steers nicer and handles much better than the VW chassis that was under the car when we 1st built it. I was concerned with the large sway bars, but they don't seem to make the ride harsh like with having them on VW suspension. We have had some minor issues, but Kevin and the crew have always come through to take care of them."
"One point I seldom see mentioned about A-arm front suspensions (when they are done right like the Mendeola) is the reduced bump steer. That is one reason why all the hot rodders like the Mustang II / Pinto front suspensions. Proper placement of the rack & pinion and equal length tie rods make for a nice ride and our sterring effort went way down also."
Tom I.
Mark T.
"It's a nice system and kevin has done his homework on it. I wish i could afford it for my 356....but I cant.Ill probably go the mustangll route for less than half,it may not be as good as this Mendeola Suspension ,but it will be better than the VW stuff. For those who can afford Mendeola, I think it is the best out there. Very nice work Kevin!!"
"It's a nice system and kevin has done his homework on it. I wish i could afford it for my 356....but I cant.Ill probably go the mustangll route for less than half,it may not be as good as this Mendeola Suspension ,but it will be better than the VW stuff. For those who can afford Mendeola, I think it is the best out there. Very nice work Kevin!!"
Jash V. (from the UK)
Just looking at them the Mendeola looks to be beefier and stronger. Welding is always fun so I wouldn't mind that, but I'm not to keen on the big in your face advert for their company on it, kinda vain. I'd say leave that off and give me a decal I could put on the window if I wanted to. The UK model looks good, but I like the videos on the eyeball site. What's funny is in my Jegs catalog you could buy one of these for a Mustang for about $2k or less, so why are these so expensive? I like the other products on the Mendeola site and wouldn't mind an entire pan from them, if it didn't cost so much. I'm not naïve shipping would kill the price, I'd rather pay for quality than for some cheaply made crap.
Just looking at them the Mendeola looks to be beefier and stronger. Welding is always fun so I wouldn't mind that, but I'm not to keen on the big in your face advert for their company on it, kinda vain. I'd say leave that off and give me a decal I could put on the window if I wanted to. The UK model looks good, but I like the videos on the eyeball site. What's funny is in my Jegs catalog you could buy one of these for a Mustang for about $2k or less, so why are these so expensive? I like the other products on the Mendeola site and wouldn't mind an entire pan from them, if it didn't cost so much. I'm not naïve shipping would kill the price, I'd rather pay for quality than for some cheaply made crap.
Chris C. 01-10-2015
I am writing this testimonial about Kevin Zagar @ Coolrydes Customs to show my appreciation for all of the time that Kevin has spent with me on the phone with his support & knowledge . I have called Kevin on several occasions over the last 6 months to inquire about the Mendeola front & rear suspension upgrade for my 63 bug vert as well as engine upgrades . When I have left messages, Kevin has always returned my calls , usually within a couple hours . Kevin has spent probably at least 30 minutes or more during a few of our conversations answering questions & offering advise or suggestions based on the many years of his experience in the auto world . During our conversations Kevin has always been patient ,direct , & honest with me - also never treated me disrespectfully or made me feel like I was wasting his time . I still haven't purchased any of his products , but when I do - I feel that I will have any support that I need and as always will be treated more like a friend than a customer .
Thanks Again Kevin ,
Chris
I am writing this testimonial about Kevin Zagar @ Coolrydes Customs to show my appreciation for all of the time that Kevin has spent with me on the phone with his support & knowledge . I have called Kevin on several occasions over the last 6 months to inquire about the Mendeola front & rear suspension upgrade for my 63 bug vert as well as engine upgrades . When I have left messages, Kevin has always returned my calls , usually within a couple hours . Kevin has spent probably at least 30 minutes or more during a few of our conversations answering questions & offering advise or suggestions based on the many years of his experience in the auto world . During our conversations Kevin has always been patient ,direct , & honest with me - also never treated me disrespectfully or made me feel like I was wasting his time . I still haven't purchased any of his products , but when I do - I feel that I will have any support that I need and as always will be treated more like a friend than a customer .
Thanks Again Kevin ,
Chris
Louis M. Canada 02-20-2015
Awesome, good job Kevin!
You must be the only car guys I know that ships on time
I'll let you know how it goes.
Cheers
Louis
Awesome, good job Kevin!
You must be the only car guys I know that ships on time
I'll let you know how it goes.
Cheers
Louis
Noel T. 03-10-2015
Also wanted thank you. We spoke last week about my interest in your "Stiffy" Kafer Bar and you said that I do not need one.
In my experience I find it rare to have someone talk you out of buying their product. Usually someone is trying to talk you into
something you don't need.
Thank you it shows the character of you and your company. Looking forward to doing more business with you in the future.
Also wanted thank you. We spoke last week about my interest in your "Stiffy" Kafer Bar and you said that I do not need one.
In my experience I find it rare to have someone talk you out of buying their product. Usually someone is trying to talk you into
something you don't need.
Thank you it shows the character of you and your company. Looking forward to doing more business with you in the future.
Larry B.
11-08-2015
Finally sitting down to get a few thoughts down about the car. I’ve been on a proposal for my company for about a year and it’s finally finished. Feel free to use or edit the following:
The car has turned out amazing, as I put more miles on it, it keeps getting better. I have put close to 3000 miles on it since you delivered it at the end of May. (On time as promised). On the central coast trip the car got broke in and was a great long distance ride, nicely behaved on the interstate and really took the curves very well on the 2 lanes. I really could shift the weight of the car using the brakes and throttle. I did about 2000 miles on a trip from San Diego to Bishop to Auburn(395) back to Tahoe then though Sacramento to Willits then down the coast (Hwy 1) though San Francisco to SLO then Home to San Diego. Had rain along the coast and the car went where I pointed it. Ride and handling was superb. My son has driven the car and reported it drove like a race car, I agree with him.
Kevin thanks for your work on the Speedster both the suspension and engine work, as well as you r support after delivery. I recommend your suspension upgrade from VW. The only issue that I have found with the car is now we will have to talk about a more powerful motor!!!
Thanks
All the best.
Larry B
11-08-2015
Finally sitting down to get a few thoughts down about the car. I’ve been on a proposal for my company for about a year and it’s finally finished. Feel free to use or edit the following:
The car has turned out amazing, as I put more miles on it, it keeps getting better. I have put close to 3000 miles on it since you delivered it at the end of May. (On time as promised). On the central coast trip the car got broke in and was a great long distance ride, nicely behaved on the interstate and really took the curves very well on the 2 lanes. I really could shift the weight of the car using the brakes and throttle. I did about 2000 miles on a trip from San Diego to Bishop to Auburn(395) back to Tahoe then though Sacramento to Willits then down the coast (Hwy 1) though San Francisco to SLO then Home to San Diego. Had rain along the coast and the car went where I pointed it. Ride and handling was superb. My son has driven the car and reported it drove like a race car, I agree with him.
Kevin thanks for your work on the Speedster both the suspension and engine work, as well as you r support after delivery. I recommend your suspension upgrade from VW. The only issue that I have found with the car is now we will have to talk about a more powerful motor!!!
Thanks
All the best.
Larry B
Rich C.
02-12-2016
Hi Kevin,
It is truly my pleasure to send you the following words about my car....
You and your team at CoolRydes Customs are simply awesome…
The addition of my Mendeola suspension, both front and rear, is the best upgrade I could have possibly done to my buggy.
The Mendeola True Performance T-1 front end and the True Track rear end are a combination that are designed to go together perfectly, and perfect is exactly what you gave me.
Driving it before was fun but now it feels like I'm driving a performance race car with no worries about the 50-year-old suspension underneath me. It's now responsive, comfortable, safe and a blast to drive.
Here is an excerpt from the upcoming Hot VW's article on my buggy....
"It has surpassed my expectations on every level. The suspension is truly amazing — I now know what a refrigerator magnet feels like ... the car seems to "stick" to the ground."
My little buggy is now a true show winner with several accolades including Best of Show at the 2013 & Best Custom at the 2014 Manx Club Solvang meets and 2015 Special Design Award Winner at the Steve McQueen Concours de Elegance.
Thanks again for all you have done…
Rich C.
02-12-2016
Hi Kevin,
It is truly my pleasure to send you the following words about my car....
You and your team at CoolRydes Customs are simply awesome…
The addition of my Mendeola suspension, both front and rear, is the best upgrade I could have possibly done to my buggy.
The Mendeola True Performance T-1 front end and the True Track rear end are a combination that are designed to go together perfectly, and perfect is exactly what you gave me.
Driving it before was fun but now it feels like I'm driving a performance race car with no worries about the 50-year-old suspension underneath me. It's now responsive, comfortable, safe and a blast to drive.
Here is an excerpt from the upcoming Hot VW's article on my buggy....
"It has surpassed my expectations on every level. The suspension is truly amazing — I now know what a refrigerator magnet feels like ... the car seems to "stick" to the ground."
My little buggy is now a true show winner with several accolades including Best of Show at the 2013 & Best Custom at the 2014 Manx Club Solvang meets and 2015 Special Design Award Winner at the Steve McQueen Concours de Elegance.
Thanks again for all you have done…
Rich C.
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