VW of America makes the Beetle 'Blush'

Volkswagen of America has announced the addition of a new special-edition model to its lineup - the New Beetle Convertible “Blush”.

The Blush, which will be built in limited numbers, comes with no mechanical improvements over the regular model, although it does get the same 112kW (150hp), 230Nm (170lb/ft) 2.5-litre engine that’s standard fitment to US-market Beetles - a good deal more powerful than the 75kW (101hp) unit we get here in Oz.

What sets it apart from the cooking model Beetle, however, is a unique White Gold metallic paint scheme and luscious red leather interior, as well as a red soft-top. Fun fact: the Blush is the only model in the Beetle range that comes with a genuine leather interior. All the others make do with a synthetic “Leatherette” substitute.

Rumour has it that an all-new Beetle is on the way, and this may be the folks at Volks attempt to clear the lot before the new model debuts.