The Model T itself remained the highest seller until forty five years after production ceased in 1927. On February 17, 1972 Volkswagen claimed that the Ford had been surpassed by the Beetle, when the 15,007,034th was manufactured.
The Model T maintained its position as the leading seller for forty-five years following production's cessation in 1927. On February 17, 1972, Volkswagen indicated that Ford had been surpassed by the Beetle when the 15,007,034th unit was produced.