VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

ABOUT THE VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

The Volkswagen Beetle officially the Volkswagen Type 1, informally in German der Käfer, in parts of the English-speaking world the Bug, and known by many other nicknames in other languages is a two-door, rear-engine economy car, intended for five occupants that was manufactured and marketed by German automaker Volkswagen (VW) from 1938 until 2003.
The need for a people's car, its concept and its functional objectives were formulated by the leader of Nazi Germany, Adolf Hitler, who wanted a cheap, simple car to be mass-produced for his country's new road network .

The original 25 hp Beetle was designed for a top speed around 100 km/h which would be a viable cruising speed on the Reichsautobahn system.
The Beetle marked a significant trend led by Volkswagen, and then by Fiat and Renault, whereby the rear-engine, rear-wheel drive layout increased from 2.6 percent of continental Western Europe's car production in 1946 to 26.6 percent in 1956.
Over time front-wheel drive and frequently hatchback-bodied cars would come to dominate the European small-car market. In 1974, Volkswagen's own front-wheel drive Golf hatchback succeeded the Beetle. 

Colour: Purple
Manufacturer: Majorette
Series: VINTAGE DELUXE CARS

SPECIFICATIONS:
Type: Die Cast Free Wheel Model Vehicle
Age: 3 Years+
Product Dimension (L x W x H): 6.5 x 3.4 x 3 cm
Packing Dimensions (L x W x H): 15.5 X 10.5 X 4.5 cm
Scale: 1:64

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Designed with an impeccable finish and fine detailing, this die cast model brilliantly bridges the gap between collectible and toys. This sculpted vehicle has the remarkable details that will astonish any die cast collector while still managing to incorporate the play value of a toy. This vehicle is made of high quality die-cast metal as well as plastic parts, and is a fantastically detailed scaled replica of the original car.

• Highly detailed realistic looking toy car
• Encourage motor skills
• No sharp edges, safe for kids
• Ideal for the miniature car collection