Volkswagen Beetle first came on the scene in 1947, but they are known by different names. KdF, short for 'power by joy' Kraft durch Freude meaning, was appointed to this small, gas-friendly vehicles. In English, the name Beetle used. In Germany, they were known as Kafer, and in French they were called Coccinelle.
This little bundle of joy feature mechanical drum brakes and gearbox void of synchromesh.
In 1949 the Volkswagen logo was placed on the edges. This machine is expanded to 1131 cc and capable of producing 25 horsepower. Models produced after October 1949 can be started without a 'starting crank'.
Two convertible options offered by Volkswagen in 1949. Two-seater design, designated 14A, was written by Josef Hebmuller. The four-seater Type 15 version was designed and produced by Karmann of Osnabruck. The four passengers were far more popular and stayed in production for 30 years.
14A was stylish and attractive, with the major drawback is the fire that destroyed the factory where they are being produced. Two seaters showing the rear deck nearly identical to the front hood. The strength of the car, lost by removing the roof, was amplified by a stronger glass frame and dual Z-section girders located under the floor. In 1953, the last of Hebmuller rolled off the assembly line, after only 696 examples produced.
In a time when practicality ruled over style, four-seater cabriolet was king. Karmann company has a long history of designing and building cars. In business since 1901, already familiar with assembly line production, benefits and features of various types of metals, and styles of multiple markets.
The, mechanical actuated brake cable replaced with hydraulic brakes in 1950.
During the 1950's the Beetle saw exterior and interior improvements. 1951 saw the addition of arm rests which stopped only a few months later. In 1952, 2-4 teeth become synchronized. A redesigned dashboard glove compartment. In 1955, improved and electrical direction bumper-mounted indicators. A second tail-pipe was added. Front seats became wider and can be moved to three different seat-back adjustable positions.
In 1956, a tubeless tire. Towards the end of '56, side mirrors became standard on all Beetle models.
In 1957 the front window increased by 17 percent while the rear window receives 95 percent increase. A new dashboard, look at the rearview mirror, radio, and a speaker appeared. Turn signals will now automatically turn-off.
Up to this point, pedal rollers have been used to initiate acceleration. This is the year that the accelerator pedal replaced the roller.
In 1958, ivory disc wheels are offered.
In 1960, a machine capable of producing 34 horsepower offered. Speedometer increased from 74 mph to 87 mph. A system of glass-wiper washer becomes available. Front directional lights changed from white to yellow.
A gas gauge was added in July 1961.
In 1963, the chair has changed from wool upholstery to synthetic. VW emblem located on the hubcap was no longer painted. Vehicle safety once-again enhanced with the enlargement directional lights.
There were minor changes in 1964. The windows were, however, becomes larger.
In 1965, the front axle improved. The story of the ongoing incremental improvements received another chapter - A defroster hole added to the middle of the dashboard.
Beetles continue to be sold in the United States until 1978 with a convertible version sold until early 1980. Sales continued in Europe until 1985. Developing countries, like Mexico, has been developing the Beetle since 1964 and the vehicle remained in production ever since.
This little bundle of joy feature mechanical drum brakes and gearbox void of synchromesh.
In 1949 the Volkswagen logo was placed on the edges. This machine is expanded to 1131 cc and capable of producing 25 horsepower. Models produced after October 1949 can be started without a 'starting crank'.
Two convertible options offered by Volkswagen in 1949. Two-seater design, designated 14A, was written by Josef Hebmuller. The four-seater Type 15 version was designed and produced by Karmann of Osnabruck. The four passengers were far more popular and stayed in production for 30 years.
14A was stylish and attractive, with the major drawback is the fire that destroyed the factory where they are being produced. Two seaters showing the rear deck nearly identical to the front hood. The strength of the car, lost by removing the roof, was amplified by a stronger glass frame and dual Z-section girders located under the floor. In 1953, the last of Hebmuller rolled off the assembly line, after only 696 examples produced.
In a time when practicality ruled over style, four-seater cabriolet was king. Karmann company has a long history of designing and building cars. In business since 1901, already familiar with assembly line production, benefits and features of various types of metals, and styles of multiple markets.
The, mechanical actuated brake cable replaced with hydraulic brakes in 1950.
During the 1950's the Beetle saw exterior and interior improvements. 1951 saw the addition of arm rests which stopped only a few months later. In 1952, 2-4 teeth become synchronized. A redesigned dashboard glove compartment. In 1955, improved and electrical direction bumper-mounted indicators. A second tail-pipe was added. Front seats became wider and can be moved to three different seat-back adjustable positions.
In 1956, a tubeless tire. Towards the end of '56, side mirrors became standard on all Beetle models.
In 1957 the front window increased by 17 percent while the rear window receives 95 percent increase. A new dashboard, look at the rearview mirror, radio, and a speaker appeared. Turn signals will now automatically turn-off.
Up to this point, pedal rollers have been used to initiate acceleration. This is the year that the accelerator pedal replaced the roller.
In 1958, ivory disc wheels are offered.
In 1960, a machine capable of producing 34 horsepower offered. Speedometer increased from 74 mph to 87 mph. A system of glass-wiper washer becomes available. Front directional lights changed from white to yellow.
A gas gauge was added in July 1961.
In 1963, the chair has changed from wool upholstery to synthetic. VW emblem located on the hubcap was no longer painted. Vehicle safety once-again enhanced with the enlargement directional lights.
There were minor changes in 1964. The windows were, however, becomes larger.
In 1965, the front axle improved. The story of the ongoing incremental improvements received another chapter - A defroster hole added to the middle of the dashboard.
Beetles continue to be sold in the United States until 1978 with a convertible version sold until early 1980. Sales continued in Europe until 1985. Developing countries, like Mexico, has been developing the Beetle since 1964 and the vehicle remained in production ever since.
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