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Although the conception of the Beetle has remained identical for nearly fifty years, its general aspect gently changed during the years. The following information should help you to recognize the different styles. The beetle was born in 1938. Until 1948, its production remained confidential, and it is very difficult to find a beetle manufactured during this period. On the contrary, starting 1949, it is produced in large series until 1978, year during which the last beetles "made in Germany" will be manufactured. We thus present, after hours of consciencious research, 130 beer cans, 38 King Size packets and 3 aspirin boxes, the precious index which we hope will help you for your beetle restoration or, more simply, will help you to increase your knowledge regarding the most famous and most produced car in the world. Two points before we start : first, the cars models refer to the production year of the vehicle, which started until 1955 on January 1st. From 1955 to our days, the model year has started in August, announcing the next model. For instance, August 1955 for year 1956. Second point : we have listed in this guide only the body main modifications.