The most lovable ‘people’s car’ of the late 70s Beetle has made a tremendous come back, as 160 buyers have extended their confidence on it. The formal launch is slated on December 4 and in tune with the passion for small cars, Beetle too invited advance bookings. Volkswagen is pleased with the feedback and targeted to fish out some 500 cars next year.
Price-Rs22lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai); single 2-lit petrol variant, 6-speed automatic gear box, mileage of 13-14 km/lit, anti-lock brake system, multiple-air bags, 15 inch alloy wheels. Delivery after the formal launch.Has the credit as the first car to be sold 20 million in the 80s. The launch will display the tag of The Return of the Legend to revive the extinct quintessence for nearly two decades in the Indian market.
The Director of VW small cars said Beetle will be an CBU from Mexico, shelling out 110% import duty to be more expensive than Polo (to be designed in Pune plant).The picture of luxury small cars in India wears a deserted look. Mini, from BMW is delayed; Fiat 500 (Rs15 lakhs)reciprocates lack luster (just 62 units in 17 months)