1959 VW Beetle 2100
The 1959 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the classic Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 large rear window period, following the earlier Oval Window Beetles. With its larger rear window, 1192cc air-cooled flat-four engine with 36 hp output, link-pin front suspension, swing axle rear suspension, bumpers with overriders, bullet-style front turn signals, pull-style door handles, L-shaped seat tracks, 5x205 wheels, and domed hubcaps with the smaller VW logo, the 1959 VW Beetle remains a favorite among vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts and restorers.
This page groups parts for the 1959 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1959 Volkswagen Beetle parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, running board parts, hubcaps, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1959 VW Beetle and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a driver, replacing worn original parts, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1959 VW Beetle
Factory-style details
- Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1
- Larger rear window design
- 1192cc air-cooled flat-four engine, commonly referred to as 1200cc
- 36 hp engine output
- Link-pin front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension
- Bullet-style front turn signal lenses
- Bumpers with overriders
- Pull-style door handles
- L-shaped seat tracks
- 5x205 wheels with domed hubcaps
1959 Beetle notes
- Part of the 1958-1964 large rear window Beetle period
- 1959 is noted as the final year for pull-style door handles before square push button handles began in 1960
- 1959 falls within the 1958-1965 smaller VW logo hubcap period
- 33mm, 1 5/8 inch running board molding is noted for this period
- Body, trim, seating, lighting, suspension, and electrical details can vary by production date and market
