Vw Beetle Specification Guide 1968-1980

By the late 1960s the Beetle had enjoyed over twenty years of continuous production, dominated its home market and conquered export markets all around the world. Volkswagen's policy of constant improvement and refinement to a single model appeared to be vindicated. However, 1968 saw the death of Heinz Nordoff, who was the driving force behind the Beetle's evolution and continued success. In many ways, this was a watershed year; the 1968 model introduced many significant changes to the car, and it became inevitable that a replacement for the venerable Beetle would have to be developed. This book charts the closing years of the Beetle's production life in Germany; from the revamped 1968 model to the 1302, 1303, the Cabriolet, and the various Specials produced in later years. Topics covered include: ? Brief history 1935-1967 ? Full history1968-1980 ? Comprehensive production survey ? Specification and detail changes by model year ? Engine options ? Factory fitted optional equipment ? Paint and trim colours ? Special and export editions ? The Karmann Cabriolet AUTHOR Richard Copping has had a passion for Volkswagens for many years, an a particular love of the Beetle of which he has owned many examples. For the last decade his time has been devoted to writing about cars, his work being published in various magazines and several books. Richard has also collected an enviable hoard of archive material relating to all Volkswagen models. SELLING POINTS ?Complete specification guide to the VW Beetle 1968-1980 ?Charts which detail the closing years of the Beetle?s production life in Germany ?This is an essential guide to the identification and originality for all VW enthusiasts ?Superbly illustrated with 400 colour images ?Richard Copping is a motoring writer of many years with a great passion for Volkswagens, in particular the Beetle ILLUSTRATIONS 400 colour photographs *