Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Beetle, officially the Volkswagen Type 1, is a small family car produced by the German company Volkswagen from 1938 to 2003. A global cultural icon known for its bug-like design, the Beetle is widely regarded as one of the most influential cars of the 20th century. Its production period of 65 years is the longest for any single generation of automobile.
Photo & info: WikipediaSpecifications
From Wikipedia — confirm against the actual car before purchase.- Engine
- 1131 cc H4
- Transmission
- 4-speed manual transaxle
- Drivetrain
- Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive
- Body
- 2-door saloon
- Class
- Small family car
- Also sold as
- Full list
- Height
- 1,500 mm
- Assembly
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- Designer
- Ferdinand Porsche
- Related
- Volkswagen Type 2
- Successor
- Volkswagen Golf Mk1
Photos
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