1974 VW Beetle 4059
The 1974 Volkswagen Beetle is part of the Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 1971-1974 period and is an important year for restorers because of bumper and safety-related changes. With its 1600cc dual-port air-cooled flat-four engine, 50 hp output, ball-joint front suspension, IRS rear suspension, larger front turn signals, round taillight lenses, high-back front seats, paddle-style door handles, vented engine lid, and updated dash pad details, the 1974 VW Beetle remains a favorite among classic Volkswagen enthusiasts.
This page groups parts for the 1974 VW Beetle Sedan, Convertible, and Ragtop/Sunroof variants, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1974 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, bumpers, wheels, seat parts, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1974 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 1974 VW Beetle
Factory-style details
- Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1
- 1600cc dual-port air-cooled flat-four engine
- 50 hp engine output
- Ball-joint front suspension
- IRS rear suspension
- Larger front turn signals
- Round taillight lenses
- High-back front seats
- Paddle-style door handles
- Vented engine lid
- 4 1/2 inch wide wheels
- Updated bumper mounting details
1974 Beetle notes
- Final year of the 1971-1974 Standard Beetle Sedan Type 1 period
- 1974 is noted for larger round impact shock bumper mounts on US and Canada models
- 1974 falls within the 1972-1974 dash pad change period
- 1974 falls within the 1973-1978 round taillight lens period
- 1974 falls within the 1968-1978 paddle-style door handle period
- 1974 falls within the 1973-1978 9mm running board molding period
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, seating, suspension, bumper, wheel, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and transmission type
