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Celebrate half a century of die-cast history with this premium Matchbox Collectibles 50th Anniversary 1962 Volkswagen Beetle. Released in 2002 to commemorate Matchbox's legacy from 1952 to 2002, this model features a beautiful maroon finish, a detailed tan interior, and realistic chrome accents. Unlike standard mainline releases, this collector's edition is equipped with real rubber tires on classic chrome hubcaps. It remains brand new and factory sealed on its original commemorative card, making it a stellar addition to any VW bug or vintage Matchbox collection. Did You Know? The term "Beetle" was never actually the official name used by Volkswagen during the peak of the car's production. In Germany, it was officially marketed simply as the "Volkswagen Type 1" or the "1200," "1300," and "1500" based on engine size. Pop culture affectionately crowned it the Beetle!