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The 40's

The following Volkswagen Beetle information is targeted mainly towards the export models that Volkswagen produced. In some cases this may only apply to models shipped to the United States. Sorry if this information only or mostly applies to models exported to the U.S.

1943 1100 engine, 25hp, 5.8 to 1 compression ratio.

1948 Had Pope Nose license plate light.

1949 Chassis #91922 to 138554. Solex carburetor made standard equipment. Air flap control on fan shroud discontinued. License plate indentation on rear deck dropped. Inside pull cable release for front hood is added, eliminating lock on old style L-shaped twist handle. Small emblem hubcap replaces big emblem hubcap.