- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Motorbooks International; illustrated edition edition (1 Jan 1994)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0760304300
- ISBN-13: 978-0760304303
- Product Dimensions: 36.3 x 27.4 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,606,432 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This superbly illustrated, outstanding value book traces the history of the VW Beetle from its origins in pre-war Germany to the current production lines in Mexico and Brazil. The book has 36 specially commissioned double-page photographs of all the major Beetle models, including convertibles, coachbuilt coupes and the Karmann Ghia. A phenomenal group of 500 brilliant, color photographs.
Rare photographs from Volkswagen's own archives and private collections are also included. The wealth of visual and factual information in this book is unrivaled and provides the most exciting images of this great car ever assembled.
With more than 21 million cars built, Volkswagen's amazing Beetle can rightfully defend its claim as the world's most popular car. Its timeless design has taken on the status of a modern icon.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Takes you from the very first proto type to the new VW. Through the war years,& Peace production of this wonderful car. Takes you through the changes inside & out. Very well photographed & written.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Nice photo history of a legendary car!
26 Mar 1999
Format:Hardcover
This book has very nice photos of the Volkswagen in its various "disguises" from all over the world. There are few US specicification cars pictured, most are UK or European models. For a general overview of the type, it is very good. For those looking for a history of the export models made for US consumption, this is not the book. Nitpicking here I know, but as an example the horn ring and steering wheel for the sedan ("bug") were redesigned for the 1964 US model. The 1966 (UK) model pictured has the old style ring and wheel.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Excellent Photography
19 Dec 1997
Format:Hardcover
This book has the best studio type photography that I have ever seen in a VW history. I also found the Technical Appendix is among the best for a quick review of the major changes in the VW Type I through the years. The historical photos are reprinted in a crisp format, and are less grainy than I have seen, so these often seen photos seem somehow new. The text is an accurate rehash so an "8" is the highest rating I can give. This lavishly illustrated volume is worth the price. It is a good addition to any VW library.
Looking for the book in the second picture...
14 July 2009
Format:Hardcover
Hello Beetle enthusists.
I purchased the book in the list picture but what I am really looking for is the book in the second picture. The Blue Book with the Red Beetle on the cover. It is written by the same auther but illustrated with photos by lowe & b. Hold or holden or something like that. I can't make it out by the picture. But I've seen the book once and it was great. I really would like to get this book if anyone can help please email me [...]
I purchased the book in the list picture but what I am really looking for is the book in the second picture. The Blue Book with the Red Beetle on the cover. It is written by the same auther but illustrated with photos by lowe & b. Hold or holden or something like that. I can't make it out by the picture. But I've seen the book once and it was great. I really would like to get this book if anyone can help please email me [...]
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