1960 VW Beetle 2108

The 1960 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the classic Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 large rear window period, with several details that make this model year important for restorers. With its larger rear window, link-pin front suspension, swing axle rear suspension, bumpers with overriders, bullet-style front turn signals, square push button door handles, L-shaped seat tracks, 5x205 wheels, and domed hubcaps with the smaller VW logo, the 1960 VW Beetle remains a favorite among vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts.

This page groups parts for the 1960 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1960 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 1960 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 1960 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 until late 1960
Link-pin front suspension
Swing axle rear suspension
Bullet-style front turn signal lenses
Bumpers with overriders
Square push button door handles
L-shaped seat tracks
5x205 wheels with domed hubcaps

1960 Beetle notes

Part of the 1958-1964 large rear window Beetle period
1960 is noted as the start of the square push button door handle period
1960 is an engine transition year, with 36 hp used until late 1960
1960 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, engine, seating, lighting, suspension, and electrical details can vary by production date and market