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1959-1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022
1946-1972

1959-1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022

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Design was the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia’s defining attribute. Built in Osnabrück by Karmann and styled by the Italian design house Ghia, the car translated exotic, hand-shaped aesthetics into steel bodywork. The result was a sensuous coupé and an equally graceful cabriolet, both formed from complex stamped steel panels that created a flowing, sculptural silhouette. Technical […]
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1966 Volkswagen T1 Samba-Bus – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022
1946-1972

1966 Volkswagen T1 Samba Bus – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022

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Beyond its technical and historical importance, the Volkswagen T1 Samba Bus achieved cultural symbolism few vehicles can claim. Introduced at a time when postwar Germany was rebuilding itself, the T1 quickly became associated with economic recovery and newfound mobility. Alongside the Beetle, it emerged as a rolling emblem of the Wirtschaftswunder. Technical Details: The Volkswagen […]
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1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022
1946-1972

1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022

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The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupé debuted at the IAA in 1955 and went on to remain in production for an extraordinary 19 years. Built by Karmann in Osnabrück and serviced easily at any Volkswagen workshop, the Karmann Ghia achieved a rare balance: Italian styling paired with simple, robust Beetle-based engineering. While its performance never matched […]
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1956 Volkswagen Käfer Export – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022
1946-1972

1956 Volkswagen Käfer Export – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022

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The 1956 Volkswagen Käfer Export belongs to the “Ovali” generation, named after its distinctive oval rear window. This feature was immediately noticed by fans and customers when it was introduced, becoming a defining visual marker within Volkswagen Beetle history. Technical Details: From a technical perspective, the 1956 Volkswagen Beetle Export (in German: Volkswagen Käfer Export) […]
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1971 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1971 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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While the Volkswagen Käfer 1302 remained unmistakably a Beetle, its proportions and details subtly signaled a new generation. The longer front end, dictated by the new suspension layout, resulted in a reshaped body structure. The front hood became wider, requiring revised front fenders and side panels. Technical Details: With the discontinuation of the VW 1500 […]
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1967 Volkswagen Käfer 1300 – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1967 Volkswagen Käfer 1300 – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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Few cars have enjoyed a pop-cultural afterlife as rich as the Volkswagen Beetle, and the late-1960s Volkswagen Käfer 1300 sits squarely in that legacy. In 1968, just one year after the 1967 model update, the Beetle achieved cinematic immortality with The Love Bug. The film introduced audiences to Herbie. Technical Details: By August 1966, production […]
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1966 Volkswagen Käfer 1300 Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1966 Volkswagen Käfer 1300 Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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Visually, the 1966 Volkswagen Käfer 1300 Cabrio preserved the instantly recognizable Beetle silhouette while incorporating subtle yet meaningful refinements. The steel body retained its rounded, friendly proportions, paired with a fully retractable soft top made from durable synthetic material, available in black or light beige. With the roof down, the Cabrio conveyed a relaxed, open-air […]
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1963 Volkswagen T1 Bus – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1963 Volkswagen T1 Bus – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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The Volkswagen T1 Bus is far more than a historic transporter. Technically robust, cleverly engineered, and endlessly adaptable, it defined a new category of vehicle in the postwar era. Its distinctive design, combined with practical construction and mechanical simplicity, allowed it to succeed across industries and continents. Over time, the T1 evolved from a working […]
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1955 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1955 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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By 1955, Volkswagen had already produced more than one million passenger cars and commercial vehicles—a milestone that underscored the Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio’s extraordinary importance. Simplicity, reliability, and low operating costs were the core virtues of the Volkswagen philosophy, making the Beetle the ideal car for postwar Europe. Technical Details: For the 1955 model year, the […]
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1965 Volkswagen T1 – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1965 Volkswagen T1 Bus – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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Although originally conceived as a purely functional vehicle, the Volkswagen T1 Bus “Bulli” evolved into one of the most powerful cultural symbols of the 1960s and 1970s. Its spacious interior, simple mechanics, and suitability for conversions made it ideal for camping and long-distance travel. As a result, the Volkswagen T1 Bus became closely associated with […]
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1968 Volkswagen T2 Transporter – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022
1946-1972

1968 Volkswagen T2 Transporter – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

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Beyond its technical merits, the Volkswagen T2 Transporter became part of everyday life and popular culture. In Germany, it earned a reputation as a dependable “Lastesel,” while in the United States it was increasingly used as a family vehicle, a fact noted even in period road tests. Technical Details: Introduced for the 1968 model year, […]
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1955 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022
1946-1972

1955 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

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A defining cultural moment in the Volkswagen Käfer’s history occurred on 5 August 1955, when Volkswagen celebrated the production of its one-millionth vehicle. More than 100,000 guests gathered in Wolfsburg for an elaborate celebration that underscored the car’s growing global significance. The milestone vehicle was a specially equipped Export model, uniquely finished in gold paint—the […]
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1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022
1946-1972

1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

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Combining Volkswagen engineering with refined Italian styling, the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe delivered a compelling blend of elegance, practicality, and technical solidity. While never a high-volume seller, its bold design, thoughtful construction, and enduring cultural presence have secured it a respected place in automotive history. Technical Details: The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe was built on […]
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1970 Volkswagen T1 Samba – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022
1946-1972

1970 Volkswagen T1 Samba – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

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Externally, Volkswagen T1 Samba stood apart through its two-tone paintwork, which was standard on all Sambas leaving the factory. Bright aluminum trim strips emphasized the horizontal lines of the body, while a large, 315 mm chrome Volkswagen emblem dominated the front panel—contrasting with body-colored logos on lesser models. Technical Details: The Volkswagen T1 Samba was […]
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1971 Volkswagen T2a Westfalia – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022
1946-1972

1971 Volkswagen T2 Westfalia – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

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The Volkswagen T2 Westfalia represents a decisive step in the evolution of the VW Bus. Technically more advanced than the T1, with improved suspension, braking, and interior space, it provided a solid foundation for Westfalia’s camper conversions. Its Bay Window design, flexible interior layouts, and pop-top roof solutions defined the modern camper van concept. Technical […]
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1972 Volkswagen Porsche 914-6 – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021
1946-1972

1972 Volkswagen Porsche 914-6 – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021

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The Volkswagen Porsche 914-6 was Volkswagen’s first true sports car and the result of a formal partnership with Porsche. The 914 was marketed through a newly created joint venture, the VW-Porsche Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH based in Ludwigsburg, owned equally by both companies. Production was split between locations: assembly took place at Karmann in Osnabrück, while final […]
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1972 Volkswagen Käfer 1302 Cabrio – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021
1946-1972

1972 Volkswagen Käfer 1302 Cabrio – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021

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Visually, the Volkswagen Käfer 1302 Cabrio retained the familiar Beetle silhouette but incorporated subtle yet meaningful changes tied to its revised underpinnings. The most practical design update was at the front: the new suspension layout allowed the trunk floor to be lowered significantly. Technical Details: The Volkswagen Käfer 1302 Cabrio shared its technical foundation with […]
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1956 Volkswagen Käfer Export – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021
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1956 Volkswagen Käfer Export – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2021

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By 1956, Volkswagen had firmly established itself as a manufacturer of reliable, economical vehicles ideally suited to postwar Europe. The Volkswagen Beetle’s reputation for durability and low running costs was strong. The period following the production of the one-millionth vehicle illustrates Volkswagen’s disciplined philosophy: incremental improvement instead of spectacle. The 1956 Export model reflects this […]
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1958 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021
1946-1972

1958 Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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Updated in 1957, the Volkswagen Käfer Cabrio stands as a textbook example of thoughtful automotive evolution. Through extensive yet subtle updates, Volkswagen improved safety, comfort, durability, and usability while preserving the Beetle’s unmistakable identity. Enlarged glass areas, refined interior ergonomics, enhanced braking, and improved cold-weather reliability all contributed to a more mature and capable convertible. […]
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1946-1972

1963 Volkswagen Käfer 1200 – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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The 1963 Volkswagen Käfer 1200 exemplifies Volkswagen’s philosophy of evolutionary engineering. Shaped by unprecedented production demand and guided by practical refinement, it combined familiar design with meaningful improvements in safety, comfort, and durability. Subtle exterior updates, enhanced braking technology, improved heating, and modernized interior materials all contributed to a more mature driving experience. Technical Details: […]
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