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What engine is in a 1973 Super Beetle?

What engine is in a 1973 Super Beetle?

Engine and Transmission The 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle uses the same 1,600 cc four-cylinder engine found in earlier standard and Super Beetles sold in North America since 1971. The engine sits in the rear of the vehicle, leaving the front compartment free for cargo space. The engine provides a maximum of 5,500 rpm.

How do I tell what VW engine I have?

Your VIN number is your vehicle identification number and you can find your engine size by VIN number. In the series of numbers and letters, the tenth from the left denotes the model year and the eighth is the engine codes.

How much horsepower does a 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle have?

60 hp
Our 1973 model is a Super Beetle. When it was launched, it had the 1,600cc 60 hp engine. VW called it “the most powerful, most exciting and most comfortable Beetle ever.” The spare tire was moved, the jack was moved, and the air-pressure powered washer bottle was relocated.

Are there any parts for a 1973 VW Super Beetle?

Our complete selection of 1973 VW Super Beetle Parts includes everything from the finest quality German replacement parts to the largest selection of VW Interior Parts on the planet customized to fit your VW Super Beetle. We take pride in being the one stop shop for Volkswagen Super Beetle parts.

What’s the name of my 1971 VW Beetle?

My 1971 VW Super Beetle, also known as Mabel, has been known as my happy place since 1994. My bug is a 1973 Super Beetle, she was born in July. Her nickname is Allie, after my wife. I have had this Super Beetle since 2013. I had the opportunity to replace my project ‘66 which I purchased in 1990, but was ….

Where is the engine number on a VW?

The engine number is stamped just under the alternator/oil fi ller stand (under the “zunfolge 1432,” which means fi ring order 1432 in German).