How do I identify my VW Beetle?

‘Type’ numbers

  1. digit 1 = Beetle.
  2. digit 1 = 122/1300/1500.
  3. digit 1,3,5 = Left-hand drive, 2,4,6 = Right-hand drive.
  4. digit 0 = Standard model, 1 = L version, 7,8 = US version.
  5. digit Engine type, 1 = 1200 34bhp, 2 =1300 44bhp, 3 = 1500 44bhp or 1600 50bhp.
  6. digit 1 = manual gearbox, 2 = semi automatic.

Where do I find my VW chassis number?

A chassis number or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), is a 17-character code found on the bottom corner of your windscreen on the passenger’s side. It can also be found on your V5 certificate. For vehicles built before 1982, these may have a ten-digit or less VIN number.

Where is the VIN number located on a 1966 Volkswagen Beetle?

Vin number on the 66 body is located behind the spare tire (on a riveted plate). Lift the rear seat on the pan and the vin number is located on the tunnel.

Where is the VIN number on a 1972 VW Beetle?

The VIN can be found in several locations, most commonly under the rear seat, on the door frame/post of the front doors, or on the dashboard near the windshield. Additionally, for the VW Bus, the VIN may be located on the car’s firewall. The engine code may be found on the machine pad on front of the engine.

How do I tell what year my VW Beetle is?

Each chassis number is the last vehicle produced in that month. Beginning in August, 1955, the VW model years began in August of the previous year. Example: Aug., 1955=1956 model. Beginning in the 1965 model year (August 1964), the VIN/chassis number begins with the first 2-digits of the full model number.

How do I know what year my Volkswagen Beetle is?

Your VW’s identification number gives you the most accurate information about your vehicle. All Volkswagens were built according to a calendar year prior to 1955. On August 1, 1955, “a model year” was established.

How do I know what model my Volkswagen is?

Look for it:

  1. On the driver’s side of the dashboard, seen behind the windshield from outside the vehicle.
  2. On the river’s door pillar (jamb). The second most common VIN location is the area where the door connects to the body of the car.
  3. Expensive auto parts, such as the engine.

How do you tell what year a VW Beetle is?

Is chassis number same as VIN?

A vehicle identification number or VIN contains 17 characters that are unique to the vehicle, like a vehicle’s unique identity code. The VIN no is used interchangeably with the chassis number because it’s stamped to the chassis of the vehicle, although strictly speaking, the chassis number is part of VIN.

Where is the VIN on a 1974 VW Beetle?

The VIN can be found in several locations, most commonly under the rear seat, on the door frame/post of the front doors, or on the dashboard near the windshield. Additionally, for the VW Bus, the VIN may be located on the car’s firewall.

How do you read the chassis number on a VW Beetle?

Beginning in the 1965 model year (August 1964), the VIN/chassis number begins with the first 2-digits of the full model number. Refer to Models for the numbers. The 3rd digit is the model year, i.e. 5 indicates 1965.