Volkswagen Beetle (IconiCars)

INFORMATION

Author(s): Elmar Brümmer
Print length: 160 pages
Dimensions: 8.75 × 11.25 × 0.78 in (≈ 22.2 × 28.6 × 2.0 cm) 
Format: Hardcover 
Weight: 0.78 kg
Publisher: teNeues (distributed by ACC Art Books) 
Publication year: 2022 (20 September 2022) 

INTRODUCTION

IconiCars Volkswagen Beetle is a fascinating visual and historical journey through one of the most iconic cars ever made — the Volkswagen Beetle. From the very first model introduced in 1938 to the final Beetle rolling off the production line in Mexico in 2003, this volume tracks its story through design evolutions, pop-culture significance (including the famous “Herbie” movie Beetle), quirky variations, and even amphibious and police convertible versions. 

Richly illustrated with vibrant colour photography, the book captures why for many owners the Beetle was not just a car, but a member of the family — playful in form, friendly in appearance, and deeply embedded in automotive history. The text guides the reader through technological, cultural and design milestones, making this book a perfect gift for classic car fans, design enthusiasts, and anyone mesmerised by this small car’s huge legacy.