I still have a running/driving 1952 bug, 1956 karmann ghia, 1956 single cab, 1960 pane, and 1963 Type 3 Karmann Ghia. I have a 1957 23-window project underway. Last year I sold my 1968 single cab and bought a 1963 Unimog. A few years ago, I sold my 1961 double cab (wish I hadn't done that) and my 1959 ambulance.
I still drive the VWs on occasion, and if the weather is right I'll drive one to work.
You still have an opportunity to get into a 1956 Karmann Ghia:
TheSamba.com :: VW Classifieds - 1956 Lowlight Karmann Ghia