VW Beetle hit U.S. shores 65 years ago
First VW Beetle arrived in the U.S. 65 years ago, at N.Y. harbor January 1949
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Eight decades later, the last Beetle rolls off the production line
VW Beetle hit U.S. shores 65 years ago
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Eight decades later, the last Beetle rolls off the production line
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1946–79 VW Beetle values are finding wings, but some are still cheap fun - Hagerty Media
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Best Volkswagen Beetle Year - VehicleHistory
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Pre 65 Beetle / Ghia Titan / Wilwood 4-Piston Link Pin 5x130 Front Disk Brake Kit - Limebug
Volkswagen - After 70 years, the VW Beetle is retiring.
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July 30th, 2003: The last Beetle
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Brian and family's deep love for rare VW Beetles - Adrian Flux
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We drive six cars that reflect VW's 70 years in America - Autoblog
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VW Beetle hit U.S. shores 65 years ago
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Facts about Volkswagen (VW) Beetle You Should Know
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