 The Wartburg 353 was produced from 1966 to 1988, becoming the Wartburg with the longest production run.During its lifetime it saw several changes and improvements, the most recognizable of these coming in 1985 with a front facelift (as pictured here), slightly different layout around the engine block and a new carburettor.The Wartburg 353 was the creation of the former German BMW production facilities (called under Soviet occupation).