1963 VW Beetle 4051
The 1963 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the classic Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 large rear window period, with several details that are important for restorers. With its larger rear window, 1192cc air-cooled flat-four engine, 40 hp output, link-pin front suspension, swing axle rear suspension, bumpers with overriders, bullet-style front turn signals, square push button door handles, L-shaped seat tracks, larger taillight lenses, 5x205 wheels, and domed hubcaps with the smaller VW logo, the 1963 VW Beetle remains a popular model for vintage Volkswagen enthusiasts.
This page groups parts for the 1963 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1963 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, lighting parts, hubcaps, muffler parts, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1963 VW 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 1963 VW Beetle
Factory-style details
- Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1
- Larger rear window design
- 1192cc air-cooled flat-four engine, commonly referred to as 1200cc
- 40 hp engine output
- Link-pin front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension
- Bullet-style front turn signal lenses
- Larger taillight lenses
- Bumpers with overriders
- Square push button door handles
- L-shaped seat tracks
- 5x205 wheels with domed hubcaps
1963 Beetle notes
- Part of the 1958-1964 large rear window Beetle period
- 1963 is noted for the introduction of fresh air heating and the fresh air style muffler
- 1963 is noted as the year Volkswagen offered the metal sunroof
- 1963 falls within the 1960-1964 square push button door handle period
- 1963 falls within the 1962-1967 larger taillight lens period
- 1963 falls within the 1958-1965 smaller VW logo hubcap period
- Body, trim, engine, heating, seating, lighting, suspension, and electrical details can vary by production date and market
