1972 VW Beetle 2113
The 1972 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 1971-1974 period and includes several detail changes that are important 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, 1971-1972 style taillight lenses, high-back front seats, paddle-style door handles, vented engine lid, and updated dash pad details, the 1972 VW Beetle remains a popular model for vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts.
This page groups parts for the 1972 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1972 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, air filter parts, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1972 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 1972 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
- 1971-1972 style taillight lenses
- High-back front seats
- Paddle-style door handles
- Vented engine lid
- 4 1/2 inch wide wheels
- T-shaped seat tracks
1972 Beetle notes
- Part of the 1971-1974 Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 period
- 1972 is noted as the first year for the evaporative paper-element air filter
- 1972 is noted as the start of the 1972-1974 dash pad change period
- 1972 is the final year noted for the 1971-1972 taillight lens style
- 1972 is the final year noted for the 1971-1972 T-shaped seat track period
- 1972 falls within the 1970-1978 larger front turn signal period
- 1972 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
