1974 VW Bus (Type 2) Bay Window 2232
The 1974 Volkswagen Bus is part of the Late Bay Window Type 2 period and continued the more robust T2b layout introduced in the early 1970s. With its higher-mounted front turn signals, square-profile bumpers, larger late-style taillights, 1795cc Type 4 air-cooled engine, front disc brakes, ball-joint front suspension, IRS rear suspension, 5x112 wheel bolt pattern, and 12-volt electrical system, the 1974 VW Bus remains a favorite for vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts, camper owners, and Type 2 restorers.
This page groups parts for the 1974 VW Bus, including Transporter, Kombi, Campmobile, Westfalia, and other Type 2 applications depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1974 Volkswagen Bus parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, lighting parts, wheels, camper parts, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1974 VW Bus and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a daily driver, restoring a Bay Window camper, replacing worn original parts, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1974 VW Bus
Factory-style details
- Late Bay Window Type 2
- 1795cc (1.8L) Type 4 air-cooled engine
- Approximately 67 bhp engine output
- Ball-joint front suspension
- IRS rear suspension with CV joints
- Front disc brakes
- 5x112 wheel bolt pattern
- 12-volt electrical system
- Higher-mounted front turn signals above the headlights
- Square-profile bumpers
- Larger late-style rear taillights
1974 Bus notes
- 1974 continued the Late Bay Window body and engine-bay layout
- Engine increased to 1795cc, commonly referred to as 1.8L
- Dual carburetors were used on many applications
- Higher front turn signals and square-profile bumpers identify the later Bay Window style
- Front disc brakes improved stopping performance compared with earlier Type 2 generations
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, brake, suspension, wheel, camper, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and Bus model
