1965 – 1979 · 1 body style available
Type 1
Body styles
Coupe
Model years
196519661967196819691970197119721973197419751976197719781979
1998 – 2006 · 2 body styles available
1C
2007 – 2010 · 2 body styles available
1Y
2012 – 2019 · 2 body styles available
5C
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Four severity levels
CriticalDeal-breakers
MajorCostly soon
CautionKeep an eye on
OKLow concern
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Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Volkswagen Beetle are there?
Type 1 (1965 to 1979); 1C (1998 to 2006); 1Y (2007 to 2010); 5C (2012 to 2019).
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Volkswagen Beetle?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.