# The original Volkswagen Beetle was still rocking its 1930s-era design up until 2003.

*robotics · news · 2026-04-29 · SlashGear*

## Key points

- The Chevrolet Express van has remained nearly unchanged in exterior and interior design since 1996.
- The UAZ-452 'Bukhanka' has kept almost its entire original 1958 configuration and is still produced.
- Certain markets like Japan, Australia, and South Africa still sell the 1984-era Toyota Land Cruiser J70 with minimal design changes.
- Morgan produced the Plus 4 roadster for 70 years with only one generation until 2020.
- The Jeep Wrangler’s basic design formula remains nearly the same since the late 2000s despite generational updates.

**Companies:** Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet, Morgan
**Countries:** United States, Japan, Russia

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