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VW Beetle of 1956 or 1957

I understand that the last model year for the small backlite was 1957. The twin small tailpipes were introduced for 1956. Given those two criteria, my guess is 1956-57.

 

Say, attention Beetle experts! What is that apparent gap above the running board immediately forward of the rear fender?

 

This one was seen for sale on the lot of a specialty car dealer in Carson, California a few years ago.

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Uploaded on February 18, 2026
Taken on September 15, 2017