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Beetle (Käfer) 1100 Cabriolet Karmann (1949–1953)

Käfer 1100 Cabriolet Karmann (1949–1953)
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Osnabrück's dream Beetle

Factory code: Type 151 (Type 15 Cabriolet Karmann)

The Karmann company in Osnabrück also develops a convertible based on the Beetle export model. In contrast to Hebmüller's 2+2-seater convertible, the Karmann developers proudly refer to their model as a four-window model with a functional back seat. The folded-down soft top rests on the body to create sufficient back seat and boot space. The design receives official approval from Volkswagen.

Volkswagen supplies the floor assemblies. In 1949, Wolfsburg orders a pre-production run of 25 vehicles. After Karmann's prototypes pass the rigorous tests at Volkswagen, 1,000 vehicles are ordered from Wolfsburg as a starter package – a huge number for a body shop that is in the process of establishing series production. Production is increased to 10,000 units by 1952.

Beetle (Käfer) 1100 Cabriolet Karmann profile

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Käfer 1100 Cabriolet Karmann (1949–1953)

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Käfer 1100 Cabriolet Karmann (1949–1953)

Beetle (Käfer) 1100 Cabriolet Karmann variants & highlights

Beetle (Käfer) 1100 Cabriolet Karmann model update

1949–1953

Total production period: Improvements

Over the years, the Cabriolet undergoes the same model improvements as the Beetle 1100 saloon.

1953

Quieter doors

To keep the doors quieter when driving on uneven roads, the door wedge buffers are now adjustable.

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