1978 VW Beetle Convertible: Still Buzzing After 40 Years

The 1978 VW Beetle Convertible was part of a design legacy that stretched back to the 1930s. While other cars evolved radically over the decades, the Beetle held on to its familiar shape for over 40 years. By 1978, it was a rolling reminder of a different era—still loved, still recognizable, and still on the road. How did it last that long?

Published

July 25, 2025

Written by

Rick DeBruhl