VW Beetle 1978

Sold The VW Beetle is an automotive icon. Though German-born, its compact, eye-catching design quickly gained global fame. This 1978 VW Beetle convertible is one of the last models from the original 1938 design. Initially commissioned as a “people’s car,” Hitler envisioned a spacious, 62 mph, 32 mpg vehicle at an affordable price. Ferdinand Porsche brought it to life with a simple, cost-effective, air-cooled design. Over time, Volkswagen redefined the Beetle as a beloved symbol of freedom, fun, and nostalgia.