Introduced in 1949, known as the Type 2 (the Beetle was the Type 1) 1949; only the Panel Van (no side windows or seats) and Kombi (some seats and some side windows) were available. 1300cc 1950; Microbus introduced (full side windows) 1131c 1951; Deluxe Microbus (samba) introduced with skylight windows and a canvas sliding roof, also Westfalia Camper and Ambulance 1952; Pickup available, Deluxe got chrome trim 1956; new body; roof extended over windscreen, 9 engine air louvres (was 8), bullet indicators replace semiphores on export models, smaller engine cover 1300cc 1957; larger tail lights 1961; Large oval indicators replace bullets 1963; air engine louvres now pressed inwards, push button door handles 1500cc 1964; Deluxe models no longer have rear qtr windows 1965; front indicators now amber