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Classic Volkswagen Ads
A vintage advertisement for Jack Poet Volkswagen in Highland Park, showcasing a selection of used Volkswagen models and prices. The dealership was located at 5944 N. Figueroa, Highland Park, offering a wide range of "Bugs" (Beetles), buses, Karmann Ghias, and customized models.
A vintage 1974 or 1975 Volkswagen advertisement promoting various models to combat inflation. Models Featured: The ad highlights the 412 Sedan, Dasher, VW Super Beetle, The "Thing", and the Station Wagon.
The ad promotes the Volkswagen Beetle, highlighting its simplicity and value. The main feature advertised is an optional hand-fitted sunroof, referred to as "a hole in the roof," which cost an additional $90.
The vintage VW advertisement showcases the range of Volkswagen vehicles available in 1968, highlighting the company's ability to cater to different family sizes. The ad features iconic models including the Volkswagen Beetle, Fastback, Squareback (Variant), 411, and the Transporter bus.
A vintage VW advertisement for the Volkswagen Beetle Jeans Bug, featuring a summary of its technical facts and special design features.
A vintage VW advertisement from July 1960 featuring the Volkswagen Beetle, titled Volkswagen on test! Motoring experts praised the car for its dependability, economy, and unrivalled record of wins in contests.
The 1950 Volkswagen Station Wagon, better known as the Type 2 (Bus), is highlighted in this vintage advertisement as a revolutionary alternative to the standard "un-funny" wagons of its time.
A French vintage VW advertisement features a brightly painted Volkswagen Beetle with the headline "Easy Rider." The text highlights the Beetle's reliability in extreme temperatures, from the Sahara to the Antarctic. It emphasizes the car's affordability, lack of unnecessary chrome, and ease of repair globally.
The advertisement promotes the new 1967 Volkswagen Bug. Pricing: The listed price for a new model was $1798, with financing options available for $195 down and $58 per month. Dealer Information: The ad was placed by McCann Volkswagen in Toronto, Canada.
A vintage VW advertisement highlighting the features of the Volkswagen Pickup truck. All three sides of the truck bed can drop down for easy loading from any position. The bed is 8.5 feet long with no wheel wells, maximizing usable space. Records showed the truck averaged 20 miles per gallon in stop-and-go driving. The truck was advertised with a price of $1,895.
A vintage advertisement showcasing two Volkswagen models that share mechanical components despite their different appearances. The top car is a classic Volkswagen Beetle (Type 1). The bottom car is a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, a sportier coupe based on the Beetle's chassis and engine. The ad highlights that while the Karmann Ghia has custom Italian styling by Ghia of Turin, it uses standard, reliable Volkswagen parts.
This vintage advertisement features three iconic Volkswagen vehicles: the Beetle, the Squareback, and the Transporter Bus.
A vintage German magazine advertisement for the Volkswagen "Sunny Bug" special edition Beetle. The ad highlights the car's distinctive sunny yellow color and black-and-white decorative stripes. It features chrome hubcaps and specialized interior seating with yellow-ribbed cord upholstery. The advertised price for this limited edition model was DM 9,990.
This vintage advertisement highlighting the economic impact of Volkswagen in Canada, showcasing the import of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. The advertisement notes that for every dollar Canada spends on German imports, $1.50 is spent on Canadian goods in return.
A vintage advertisement featuring a damaged Volkswagen Beetle used by a driving instructor named Mr. Statter. The text highlights the durability and easy repairability of the vehicle, suggesting it is ideal for learners.
A vintage advertisement for the Volkswagen Beetle featuring the text "Going, going...". It highlights the impending end of Beetle production after nearly 25 years. It emphasizes the car's core qualities: economy, reliability, and durability rather than just appearance. The ad informs readers that the final batch of Beetles has already been imported into the country.
A vintage two-page print advertisement from 1968 for the Volkswagen Beetle, introducing the "Automatic Stick Shift" option. The main feature highlighted is that the manual clutch pedal has been removed, making city driving easier. Shifting is still required on the highway, but only once. The automatic stick shift was offered as an option for a higher price compared to the standard manual transmission.
A vintage advertisement for the Volkswagen Beetle featuring the tagline "It'll grow on you." It is known for its distinctive design, affordability, and simple engineering. This specific ad campaign for Volkswagen is famous for its minimalist and honest advertising style.
A vintage advertisement for Volkswagen dealerships in Germany, specifically showcasing the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. It promotes sales, customer service, and original spare parts for Volkswagen. It lists contact information for Autohaus Krauss GmbH in Nuremberg and Autohaus O. Pillenstein in Fürth and Neustadt.
A vintage advertisement for the Volkswagen Beetle engine, highlighting its lightweight design. The engine is constructed from aluminum and magnesium alloys, weighing only 198 lbs. It utilizes an air-cooled system, eliminating the need for a bulky radiator and water.
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