1971 VW Beetle 2116
The 1971 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 1971-1974 period and brought several important updates for classic VW restorers. With its 1600cc dual-port air-cooled flat-four engine, 50 hp output, ball-joint front suspension, IRS rear suspension, larger front turn signals, larger taillights, high-back front seats, paddle-style door handles, vented engine lid, and updated Type 1 styling, the 1971 VW Beetle remains a popular model for vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts.
This page groups parts for the 1971 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1971 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, lighting parts, wheels, door handles, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1971 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 1971 VW Beetle
Factory-style details
- Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1
- 1600cc dual-port air-cooled flat-four engine
- 50 hp engine output
- Ball-joint front suspension
- IRS rear suspension
- Larger front turn signals
- Larger taillight lenses
- High-back front seats
- Paddle-style door handles
- Vented engine lid
- 4 1/2 inch wide wheels
1971 Beetle notes
- First year of the 1971-1974 Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 period
- 1971 is noted as the start of the 1600cc 50 hp dual-port engine period
- 1971 is noted as the start of the vented engine lid period
- 1971 falls within the 1970-1978 larger front turn signal period
- 1971 falls within the 1971-1972 taillight lens period
- 1971 falls within the 1971-1978 12mm running board molding period
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, seating, suspension, wheels, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and transmission type
