• The original air-cooled Beetle teeters between cult and classic status, but either way the following for these cars remains huge.
• Magazines, clubs, web forums, shows and unrivalled parts availability make buying and owning a classic Beetle more attractive than ever.
• The author traces the Beetle's continuous production run from 1945 to 2003, taking note of the more important specification changes over the years, including the popular Karmann Cabriolet.
• The process of buying a Beetle is explained, and the author gives a guide to its subsequent care.
• This book is the perfect companion for beginners and long-term enthusiasts alike.

• Here is a unique record of the Beetle's early evolution, chronicled by an English teacher who spent 20 years digging through untapped sources, including archives at Porsche.
• Despite the plethora of books on this evergreen car, most of his material has never previously been published.
• The book covers the period from the Porsche exposé of January 1934 through the Beetle's full development history.
• The story of the link between VW and Porsche is rounded off with chapters on the first Porsche sports cars.
• "full of fresh information" Classic & Sports Car

Covers:

• Beetle, Super Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Transporter, Vanagon, Fastback, Squareback, 411, 412

Covers:

• Type 1: Beetle, Super Beetle & Karmann Ghia
• Type 2: Transporter
• Type 3: Fastback & Squareback
• Type 4: 411 & 412

New copies from Chilton: This book covers Import Cars from 18 manufacturers listed below for the years 1999, 2000, 2001 & 2002. By far, the best deal for repair information if you are a professional mechanic. Designed for the professional technician, Chilton Service Manuals are comprehensive and technically detailed, offering TOTAL maintenance, service and repair information. Great for schools, small & large shops, restoration shops, libraries & fleet owners. Comprehensive, technically detailed content including Transaxle & Transmission removal, Engine Electrical, Brakes, Rack & Pinion Steering, Engine Disassembly, Fuel Injection Systems, Tune-Up, Parts Replacement & more. Repair procedures are supported by exploded-view illustrations, diagrams, and specification charts, all carefully organized by system and model for easy reference. Special tools are described and illustrated so that performing the repairs is easier and quicker. Step-by-step procedures, from drive train to chassis and related components, help yield fast, accurate repairs. Each section contains car identification, service procedures & specifications. This manual offers complete coverage of repair procedures from drive-train to chassis and all associated components. Covers:
* Acura: 2.3CL, 2.5TL, 3.0CL, 3.2CL, 3.2TL, 3.5RL, Integra, NSX
* Audi: A4, A4 Avant, A6, A6 Avant, A6 Avant Allroad, A8, A8 Quattro
* BMW: M3, Z3, Z8, 3, 5, 7, 8 Series
* Daewoo: Lanos, Leganza, Nubira
* Honda: Accord, Civic, Prelude, S2000, Insight
* Hyundai: Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tiburon, XG 300
* Infinity: G20, I30, I35, Q45
* Kia: Sephia, Spectra, Rio, Optima
* Lexus: ES300, GS300, GS400, GS430, IS300, LS400, LS430, SC300, SC400
* Mazda: 626, Miata, Millenia, Protege
* Mitsubishi: 3000GT, Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Lancer, Mirage
* Nissan: Altima, Maxima, Sentra
* Saab: 9-3, 9-5
* Subaru: Impreza, Impreza Outback, Outback Sport, Legacy, Legacy Outback, Legacy SUS, WRX
* Suzuki: Esteem, Swift
* Toyota: Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Echo, GT-S, Supra, Tercel
* Volkswagen: Cabrio, Golf, GTI, Jetta, New Beetle, Passat
* Volvo: C70, S70, S90, V70, V90

1500 pages. This book covers Import Cars from 22 manufacturers listed below for the years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 & 2000. By far, the best deal for repair information if you are a professional mechanic. Designed for the professional technician, Chilton Service Manuals are comprehensive and technically detailed, offering TOTAL maintenance, service and repair information. Great for schools, small & large shops, restoration shops, libraries & fleet owners. Comprehensive, technically detailed content including Transaxle & Transmission removal, Engine Electrical, Brakes, Rack & Pinion Steering, Engine Disassembly, Fuel Injection Systems, Tune-Up, Parts Replacement & more. Repair procedures are supported by exploded-view illustrations, diagrams, and specification charts, all carefully organized by system and model for easy reference. Special tools are described and illustrated so that performing the repairs is easier and quicker. Step-by-step procedures, from drive train to chassis and related components, help yield fast, accurate repairs. Each section contains car identification, service procedures & specifications. This manual offers complete coverage of repair procedures from drive-train to chassis and all associated components.
* Acura: 2.2CL, 2.3CL, 2.5CL, 3.0CL, 3.2CL, 3.2TL, 3.5RL, Integra, Integra GSR, NSX
* Audi: A4, A6, Cabriolet
* BMW: M3, Z3, 3, 5, 7, 8 Series
* Chrysler Imports Dodge/Plymouth: Colt, Eagle, Summit, Summit Wagon
* Mitsubishi: Expo
* Honda: Accord, Civic, Del Sol, Prelude
* Hyundai: Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tiburon
* Infiniti: G20, I30, J30, Q45
* Jaguar: XJ6, XJR, XK8
* Kia: Sephia
* Lexus: ES300, GS300, GS400, LS400, SC300, SC400
* Mazda: 323, 626, MX6, Miata, Millenia, Protege
* Mercedes-Benz: C, CLK, E, S, SL, SLK Classes
* Mitsubishi: 3000GT, Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Mirage
* Nissan: 200SX, 240SX, 300ZX, Altima, Maxima, Sentra
* Porsche: 911 Carrera, Boxster
* Saab: 900, 9000, 9-3
* Subaru: Legacy, Legacy Outback, SUS (Sport Utility Sedan), Impreza, Impreza Outback, Impreza Outback Sport, SVX
* Suzuki: Esteem, Swift
* Toyota: Avalon, Camry, Celica, Corolla, Paseo, Supra, Tercel
* Volkswagen: Cabrio, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Passat, Beetle
* Volvo: 850, 960, C70, S70, V70, S90, V90