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Walt Disney promotional small scale car replica of The Love Bug Herbie
Walt Disney promotional small scale car replica of The Love Bug Herbie. A small version of the VW Beatle powered by a lawn mower engine which can do 40mph and a 100 miles per gallon was driven around the streets of London to promote the film The Love Bug by Disney employee Sian Lloyd.
April 1980
Daily Mirror
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London
Greater London
England
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Media ID 21523966
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Step back in time to April 1980, when the streets of London were graced with a whimsical sight that brought smiles to all who laid eyes on it. This print captures a Walt Disney promotional small scale car replica of The Love Bug Herbie, cruising through the bustling city streets. A miniature version of the iconic VW Beetle, this charming vehicle was powered by a humble lawn mower engine but possessed an impressive ability to reach speeds up to 40mph. What's more, its fuel efficiency was truly remarkable, achieving an astonishing 100 miles per gallon. It was no wonder that this little bug caught everyone's attention! Driven by none other than Disney employee Sian Lloyd, this delightful promotion aimed to create buzz around the beloved film 'The Love Bug. ' As Herbie gracefully weaved through traffic and turned heads at every corner, it effortlessly transported viewers into a world where cars had personalities and adventures unfolded on four wheels. Decades may have passed since then, but this enchanting image serves as a nostalgic reminder of the magic and joy that films like 'The Love Bug' brought into our lives during the 1980s. So take a moment to relish in the innocence and charm captured within this snapshot from Daily Mirror's Memory Lane Prints collection.
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