The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens: Beetles, Microbuses, Things, Karmann Ghias, and More (Complete Book Series)
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Volkswagens are some of the most iconic and easily recognizable cars on the road, and The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens is your definitive visual encyclopedia. The classic air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle, officially the Volkswagen Type 1 , is regarded as one of the most important and well-engineered vehicles of the twentieth century . It was the most popular imported car in America in the 1960s, and before that it enjoyed a humble beginning as "the people's car" in its native Germany. The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens encompasses the evolution of the popular Beetle as well as other variations of Volkswagen's air-cooled cars , vans , and trucks . Thoroughly illustrated, this is an invaluable reference to Volkswagen's collectible and iconic cars. The history of VW automobiles is just as colorful as the hues they were manufactured in, and this book illustrates the full story. German automakers originally sought to supply their countrymen with an automobile that was easy to mass produce. By 1938, they finalized the design for the VW "Bug" --the first rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive configured car. In its heyday, the rounded Beetle was produced at a rate of more than one million per year . Today, with more than 23 million cars built, the Beetle holds the record as the most-produced passenger car of all time. But the Beetle is only one part of The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens . The rest--from Type 2 vans , pick-ups , and campers to the Type 113 "Super Beetle" --is included here. If you're the owner of a Volkswagen or if you just love their iconic look and you're interested in their evolution, this book deserves a place on your bookshelf. Review: Phenomenal Book on VW Beetles!! - Beautiful and just an overall phenomenal book. Tons of great information on the manufacturing evolution of Volkswagen Beetles thru the years from its very beginning to its end. Lists out notable changes year by year while providing great historical information with beautiful original advertisements, etc. If you already love VW Beetles or just getting into them and want to know more BUY THIS BOOK! (Along with "How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive" by John Muir). Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Review: Bug Lovers unite - So much great information and many photos! I love the Bug!!!
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 443 Reviews |
M**J
Phenomenal Book on VW Beetles!!
Beautiful and just an overall phenomenal book. Tons of great information on the manufacturing evolution of Volkswagen Beetles thru the years from its very beginning to its end. Lists out notable changes year by year while providing great historical information with beautiful original advertisements, etc. If you already love VW Beetles or just getting into them and want to know more BUY THIS BOOK! (Along with "How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive" by John Muir). Trust me, you won't be disappointed.
S**H
Bug Lovers unite
So much great information and many photos! I love the Bug!!!
B**N
A must have for VW enthusiasts!
As a former VW backyard mechanic I continue to enjoy this hefty book. Very informative, documenting the history and changes made to VW's (especially bugs) over the years. Covers all the other models too. Well written and laid out; very thorough, exhaustive, factual research presented. Among the best books I've encountered about these vehicles. Numerous pictures, photographs and illustrations. Brings back many great memories of maintaining my VW vehicles. BTW, my all time favorite bug: The 1967 convertible.
K**H
Well received gift
Purchased as a gift for the owner of a 73 Baja bug. They absolutely geeked out over all the information. More than a coffee table book. A great gift for people who are really into the air cooled life.
S**E
Classic Volkswagens, an awesome collection
This is an outstanding collection of all things VW, Bugs, Buses, Ghias, Things, and more. A great collection of history, articles, and pictures. I should have purchased this book a long time ago. I thoroughly enjoy my 67 911 and my 67 Bug and this book makes me appreciate them both that much more. Remember, rust never sleeps, drive your VW daily!!!
M**I
Beautiful Book
This is a beautiful book. My dad collected VW's and worked on them for over 50 years. He now suffers from Dementia, so this book is great as he enjoys reminiscing about the past and he can go through this book and remember which cars he had or worked on over the years.
E**E
Beautiful book
This is a lovely coffee table book. It has a lot of information I found interesting
M**S
This book has everything
Love this book great paper quality illustrations mechanics pictures, well written and very educational!
S**T
Beautiful book.
Bought as a gift for our son in law who is doing up an old VW Beetle. He was delighted with the book.
B**H
Interesting technical details, great photos and illustrations
A very interesting outline of the history of each VW model, along with technical specs and attractive photos and illustrations, including original ads in English and German.
F**A
Bello e molto completo, molte curiosità e aneddoti ben raccontati
Bellissimo libro per gli appassionati VW, unisce aneddoti e curiosità alla storia (risaputa) del celebre maggiolino. Foto bellissime. Fa venire voglia di comprarsi un maggiolino.
J**Z
Beautiful book!!
Great book! The perfect gift for a VW fan. Beautiful pictures. It is a book to read and enjoy.
T**H
Excellent publication
Excellent book, using quality paper and clear pictures, diagrams and illustrations. Covers all types of air cooled VWs. Coverage is at the comprehensive but basic level, suitable for those new to VW lore and as a coffee table book. As a Morris Nd Porsche enthusiast I bought this book to find out about VWs as I had not previously paid much attention to them. In this role it was perfect. It’s set out and design encourages the reader to keep returning to it to learn more and to just enjoy it.
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