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The idea of a "people's car" can traced as far back as 1923, when a young Hungarian engineering student named [[Josef Ganz]] began sketching concepts for a "car for the masses." Ganz's design featured a mid-mounted engine, independent swing-axle suspension and a streamlined body. | The idea of a "people's car" can traced as far back as 1923, when a young Hungarian engineering student named [[Josef Ganz]] began sketching concepts for a "car for the masses." Ganz's design featured a mid-mounted engine, independent swing-axle suspension and a streamlined body. | ||
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 1949 Beetle Type 11 (Export Model) | |
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| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
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| Production | 1938–2003: 21,529,464 built |
| Designer | Ferdinand Porsche |
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| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm (94.5 in) |
The Beetle—officially the Type 1, is an economy car that was manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen (VW) from 1938 until 2003.
It was designed by Ferdinand Porsche and features an air cooled rear-engine, two door coupe or cabriolet body-on-chassis design.
History
Josef Ganz's "Maikäfer"
The idea of a "people's car" can traced as far back as 1923, when a young Hungarian engineering student named Josef Ganz began sketching concepts for a "car for the masses." Ganz's design featured a mid-mounted engine, independent swing-axle suspension and a streamlined body.
