1963 VW Type 3 2162
The 1963 VW Type 3 is an important year for Volkswagen’s refined air-cooled lineup, with the sporty 1500 S trim bringing more performance to the Type 3 platform. With its 1493cc pancake engine, twin carburetors on 1500 S models, torsion-bar front suspension, swing axle rear suspension, and practical Notchback and Squareback body styles, the 1963 Volkswagen Type 3 remains a distinctive choice for vintage VW enthusiasts.
This page groups parts for the 1963 Volkswagen Type 3, including Notchback and Squareback applications depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1963 VW Type 3 parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, lighting parts, wheels, carburetor parts, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1963 VW Type 3 and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a driver, restoring a Squareback wagon, preserving a Notchback, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1963 VW Type 3
Factory-style details
- Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback and Squareback applications
- 1493cc air-cooled flat-four “pancake” engine
- 1500 S trim introduced with twin carburetors
- Up to approximately 53 hp engine output on 1500 S models
- Torsion-bar front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension
- Drum brake system
- 5x205 wide-five wheel bolt pattern
- 6-volt electrical system
1963 Type 3 notes
- 1963 is noted for the debut of the sporty 1500 S trim
- 1500 S models used twin carburetors and domed pistons for increased output
- Notchback and Squareback body styles continued
- Type 3 models used a flatter pancake-style cooling system instead of the Beetle upright fan shroud
- Body, trim, engine, carburetion, lighting, brake, suspension, wheel, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and body style
