The Volkswagen Type 4 was a compact/midsize family car manufactured by Volkswagen of Germany from 1968 to 1974, available in two-door and four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. It went through two generations: the 411 (1968–1972) and 412 series (1972–1974). The Type 4 was Volkswagen’s largest passenger vehicle during its production run and featured the largest engine offered by the company at the time.

The design of the Type 4 was overseen by Heinrich Nordhoff and was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 1968. The styling of the Type 4 was credited to Carrozzeria Pininfarina, a design firm that had an advisory contract with Volkswagen. The car retained Volkswagen’s trademark air-cooled, rear engine, rear-wheel-drive setup but introduced several design and engineering advancements for the company.

Key Points:
1. Development: The Type 4 evolved through the 411 and 412 series, offering sedan and station wagon body styles.
2. Design: The Type 4 had styling credited to Carrozzeria Pininfarina and featured a flat passenger area floor, a large cargo storage capacity, and a unique suspension setup using control arms and MacPherson struts.
3. Engine: It was powered by Volkswagen’s largest engine at the time, maintaining the air-cooled, rear boxer engine layout.
4. Notchback and Convertible: Volkswagen prot

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