Question about VW Beetles

Hello, I am a new VW Beetle owner!  Is there a site where I can find out information on production numbers, vin info., options, etc...
 
I don't know much about VW's, but just bout a 1979 Beetle and love it!  Any info. would be great!
 
Thanks in advance!

Try  http://www.thesamba.com

Try, http://www.lightner.net/ybdb/serno.html much easier to get the info you want.