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The Beetle has a long and fascinating history, beginning with its first prototypes in the mid 1930s and evolving over nearly seven decades An often overlooked but crucial part of the Beetle’s character is its tyres. From the early 1950s most Beetles came with 15 inch wheels and 5.60 15 (often written 560 15) crossply tyres. Later, from 1971, owners were offered … • Continue reading at ⁦vintagetyres.com/blog #vintagetyres #vwbeetle #beaulieu #nationalmotormuseum Volkswagen Owners Club of Great Br