1973 VW Super Beetle 2129
The 1973 VW Super Beetle is part of the Super Beetle Type 1 1303 period and brought one of the most recognizable Super Beetle changes: the curved windshield. With its redesigned 1303 body style, curved windshield, deeply padded dashboard, MacPherson strut front suspension with coil springs, IRS rear suspension, 1600cc dual-port air-cooled engine, larger front luggage area, round “elephant foot” taillights, and updated late Beetle styling, the 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle is an important model for vintage VW enthusiasts and restorers.
This page groups parts for the 1973 VW Super Beetle Sedan and Convertible, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, MacPherson strut front suspension parts, IRS rear suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, running board parts, lighting parts, wheels, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1973 VW Super 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 1973 VW Super Beetle
Factory-style details
- Super Beetle Type 1, known as the 1303
- Curved windshield
- MacPherson strut front suspension with coil springs
- IRS rear suspension with CV joints
- 1600cc dual-port air-cooled flat-four engine
- 50 hp engine output, commonly listed for this period
- Deeply padded dashboard
- Round “elephant foot” taillights
- Alternator used instead of generator
- Larger front luggage area with spare tire laying flat under the hood
1973 Super Beetle notes
- First year of the 1303 Super Beetle design
- 1973 is noted as the start of the curved windshield Super Beetle period
- 1973 introduced a new, deeply padded dashboard design
- 1973 received larger round “elephant foot” taillights
- 1973 is commonly noted for the alternator replacing the generator
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, seating, suspension, wheels, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and transmission type
