1961 VW Beetle 2099
The 1961 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the classic Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 large rear window period, and it followed the late-1960 engine update from the earlier 36 hp setup. With its larger rear window, 1192cc air-cooled flat-four engine, 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 1961 VW Beetle remains a popular model for vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts and restorers.
This page groups parts for the 1961 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1961 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 1961 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 1961 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
- 40 hp engine output
- 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
1961 Beetle notes
- Part of the 1958-1964 large rear window Beetle period
- 1961 uses the updated post-late-1960 40 hp 1192cc engine setup
- 1961 falls within the 1960-1964 square push button door handle period
- 1961 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
