Scale model VW Beetle (scale 1:43, about 10x4x3 cm, blue)

Scale model VW Beetle (scale 1:43, about 10x4x3 cm, blue)

About this car:

The Volkswagen Beetle is an iconic car that first appeared in 1938, designed by Ferdinand Porsche as an affordable and reliable vehicle for everyday use. Although production was interrupted by WWII, it resumed in 1945 under British control and gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s for its unique rounded shape and durable, air-cooled rear engine. The Beetle became a cultural icon, symbolizing simplicity and freedom, and was embraced by the 1960s counterculture movement. It also featured prominently in popular culture, most notably in the "Herbie" film series. Revived in 1997 as the "New Beetle" with modern updates and redesigned again in 2011, its production finally ended in 2019. With over 21 million units produced, the Beetle is celebrated for its legacy as a classic, dependable, and charming vehicle that captured hearts around the world.