Hasegawa 1/24 Volkswagen Beetle 1 1963 GP Model Kit

The 1963 Volkswagen Beetle represents the iconic Type 1 at a pivotal moment in its production history, featuring the larger rear window introduced in 1958 while retaining the classic chrome trim and semaphore turn signals of the pre-1968 era. Powered by the air-cooled 1200cc flat-four producing 40 horsepower, the '63 Beetle embodied the simple, reliable engineering philosophy that Ferdinand Porsche established in the 1930s. By 1963, the Beetle was conquering export markets worldwide, becoming a symbol of counterculture and practical motoring. Hasegawa captures the timeless silhouette with precise panel lines and chrome details.