1949 Volkswagen Sedan
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1949
Summary
The Volkswagen Beetle was different from any American car. It looked like an insect, its engine was where the trunk should be, and it didn't have a radiator. But it recalled the spirit of Henry Ford's legendary Model T. Both cars were simple, reliable, economical, and never deviated from their basic original design. The VW would go on to break the Ford's all-time sales record.
Creators
Place of Creation
Object ID
82.47.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Volkswagen of America, Inc.
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1949 Volkswagen Sedan
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