1951 VW Beetle 4037
The 1951 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the early Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 Split Window period, making it a standout model for classic VW enthusiasts and restorers. With its split rear window, rear-mounted air-cooled flat-four engine, semaphore turn signals, single tailpipe muffler, ribbed bumpers, pull-style door handles, and early Beetle styling, the 1951 VW Beetle remains an important part of air-cooled Volkswagen history.
This page groups parts for the 1951 VW Beetle, with a focus on restoration, maintenance, and repair parts for classic Volkswagen Beetle applications. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1951 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, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1951 VW Beetle and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are preserving an early Split Window Beetle, replacing worn original components, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1951 VW Beetle
Factory-style details
- Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1
- Split rear window design
- Air-cooled flat-four engine layout
- 1131cc air-cooled flat-four engine
- 25 hp engine output
- Link-pin front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension
- Single tailpipe muffler
- Semaphore turn signals
- Ribbed bumpers
- Pull-style door handles
1951 Beetle notes
- Part of the Split Window Beetle period
- Known as the Volkswagen Type 1
- 33mm, 1 5/8 inch running board molding is noted for this period
- Pull-style door handles are noted for Beetles from this period
- Early body, trim, lighting, and electrical details can differ from later Beetle models
