To Be Exhibited Sequentially at Fukuoka and Sapporo Motor Shows Next Year

The open-top "Beetle Cabriolet," based on the "Beetle" (official name "Type 1"), which can be considered Volkswagen's origin, was born in 1949. By the time production ended in January 1980, 235,000 units had been produced. Approximately 5,000 units were sold in Japan, and the car raced through the winds of time across the globe.

This March, "The Beetle Cabriolet," which carries the DNA of the original Beetle Cabriolet, was launched in Japan. To commemorate its upcoming first anniversary since sales began, "The Beetle Cabriolet 50's / 60's / 70's" was created. The colors, symbolizing the history of the Beetle Cabriolet and the background of each era, have been stylishly and contemporarily arranged and reflected in the interior and exterior.The Beetle Cabriolet"The Beetle Cabriolet" was launched in Japan this March. To commemorate its upcoming first anniversary since sales began, "The Beetle Cabriolet 50's / 60's / 70's" was created. The colors, symbolizing the history of the Beetle Cabriolet and the background of each era, have been stylishly and contemporarily arranged and reflected in the interior and exterior.

The "The Beetle Cabriolet 50's," evoking the 1950s, features a black body and soft top, chrome wheel caps, and a sophisticated retro feel created by its red and black two-tone leather seats. "The Beetle Cabriolet 60's," an homage to the decade that followed, has a refreshing light blue body color reminiscent of a California summer. This model alone is equipped with paddle shifters and a triple meter (park distance control is not equipped). "The Beetle Cabriolet 70's" presents an elegant and classical appearance symbolizing the 1970s.

It is still fresh in our memory that The Beetle Cabriolet 50's was exhibited at the Tokyo Motor Show last month. Going forward, The Beetle Cabriolet 60's will be exhibited at the Fukuoka Motor Show from January 24-27, 2014, and The Beetle Cabriolet 70's at the Sapporo Motor Show from February 14-16.

A total of 150 units will be sold, with 50 units of each model. All models feature a special logo on the front fender, highlighting their limited edition status. The price for all models is 3.88 million yen. Applications for purchase are already being accepted on the dedicated website.

Volkswagen The Beetle Cabriolet 50's / 60's / 70's
Volkswagen The Beetle Cabriolet 50's / 60's / 70's
Body Size | Overall Length 4,270 x Overall Width 1,815 x Height 1,485 mm
Wheelbase | 2,535 mm
Engine | 1,197cc Inline 4-cylinder SOHC Intercooler Turbo
Maximum Output | 77kW (105ps) / 5,000 rpm
Maximum Torque | 175Nm (17.8kgm) / 1,500-4,100 rpm
Transmission | 7-speed Automatic (7DSG)
Drivetrain | FF
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 17.6 km/ℓ
Price | 3.88 million yen

Dedicated Website for Purchase Application
http://web.volkswagen.co.jp/506070/2328.html

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