Oxford Diecast 76VWB001

Pearl White 53 VW Beetle - 1:76 Scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

This Oxford VW Beetle is decorated in Pearl White with silver and black trim. It includes the racing number S3 and comes with the red, white and blue racing stripes, which run the whole length of the centre of the car. With authentic registration plate, OFP 857, the car is modelled with a left hand drive interior. The VW Beetle was an economy class car, which the German Volkswagen, manufacturers introduced in 1938. It continued in production until 2003, during which time an incredible 21.5 million were made. Its familiar shape remained the same throughout its life.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Pearl White 53 VW Beetle – 1:76 Scale
Manufacturer part number: 76VWB001
Period represented: British Railways Late Crest

The model is finished in pearl white with silver and black trim. It bears the racing number S3 and features red, white and blue racing stripes that run the full length of the centre of the car. An authentic registration plate, OFP 857, is fitted and the interior is modelled as left‑hand drive.

The Volkswagen Beetle was launched as an economy‑class car in 1938 and remained in production until 2003, with a total output of 21.5 million units. Its distinctive shape stayed essentially unchanged throughout its lifespan.