1974
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Sales
Sedan: 220,368
Convertible: 5,730
Original Price
Sedan: $2625
Convertible: $3475
Chassis Numbers
Sedan: 114 2000 001 - 114 2818 456
Super Beetle: 134 2000 001 - 134 2798 165
Changes
- Self-restoring energy-absorbing front and rear bumpers
- Seat belt ignition interlock added
- New cylinder head alloy for better heat dissipation
- Additional Computer Analysis sensor reads ignition timing and top dead center
- Front seat headrests redesigned and made slightly smaller
- Steering wheel made more elastic to “give” more in the event of an accident
- “Park” position for Automatic Stick Shift
- Warning light for hand brake
- Love Bug and Sun Bug introduced

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