Jon Scherff
Oval Window Beetle
1954 Volkswagen
Due to potential safety issues, Volkswagen abandoned its early iconic “split-window” design in 1953. Pictured here is an example of the follow-up (non-split) oval window found on builds from late 1953 thru 1957. VW outfitted all Beetles with a much larger rear window from 1958 onward.
Although covered in rust, this old-timer still ambles along under its 32HP, 1.2L power plant.
Oval Window Beetle
1954 Volkswagen
Due to potential safety issues, Volkswagen abandoned its early iconic “split-window” design in 1953. Pictured here is an example of the follow-up (non-split) oval window found on builds from late 1953 thru 1957. VW outfitted all Beetles with a much larger rear window from 1958 onward.
Although covered in rust, this old-timer still ambles along under its 32HP, 1.2L power plant.