The VW Beetle Is Dead Because They Made It Too Good
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After seven decades and three generations, the beloved Volkswagen Beetle is dead.
After seven decades and three generations, the beloved Volkswagen Beetle is dead.
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Why the Volkswagen Beetle reached the end of the line - Drive
Why the Volkswagen Beetle reached the end of the line - Drive
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