1976 VW Bus (Type 2) Bay Window 4354
The 1976 Volkswagen Bus is part of the Late Bay Window Type 2 period and introduced one of the most recognizable mechanical upgrades of the Bay Window generation with the larger 2.0L Type 4 engine in many North American applications. With its higher-mounted front turn signals, square-profile bumpers, larger late-style taillights, 1970cc Type 4 air-cooled engine, fuel injection on many models, front disc brakes, ball-joint front suspension, IRS rear suspension, 5x112 wheel bolt pattern, and 12-volt electrical system, the 1976 VW Bus remains highly sought after by camper owners and restorers.
This page groups parts for the 1976 VW Bus, including Transporter, Kombi, Campmobile, Westfalia, and other Type 2 applications depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment.
Browse parts for your 1976 VW Bus and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence whether maintaining a driver, restoring a camper, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1976 VW Bus
Factory-style details
- Late Bay Window Type 2
- 1970cc (2.0L) Type 4 air-cooled engine
- Approximately 70 bhp engine output
- Fuel injection used on many North American applications
- Ball-joint front suspension
- IRS rear suspension with CV joints
- Front disc brakes
- 5x112 wheel bolt pattern
- 12-volt electrical system
- Higher-mounted front turn signals
- Square-profile bumpers
1976 Bus notes
- 2.0L Type 4 engine introduced on many North American applications
- Improved highway performance and torque
- Fuel injection became increasingly common
- Late Bay styling remained largely unchanged
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, brake, suspension, wheel, camper, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and Bus model
