1961 VW Type 3 4079
The 1961 VW Type 3 marks the beginning of Volkswagen’s Type 3 lineup, starting with the Notchback. Built as a more refined air-cooled Volkswagen, the Type 3 used a rear-mounted “pancake” flat-four engine layout that helped create more usable luggage space while keeping the familiar rear-engine VW design.
This page groups parts for the 1961 Volkswagen Type 3, including Notchback applications depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1961 VW Type 3 parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, lighting parts, wheels, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1961 VW Type 3 and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a driver, preserving an early Notchback, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1961 VW Type 3
Factory-style details
- Early Volkswagen Type 3 model
- Notchback body style
- 1493cc air-cooled flat-four “pancake” engine
- Approximately 45 hp engine output
- Torsion-bar front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension
- Drum brake system
- 5x205 wide-five wheel bolt pattern
- 6-volt electrical system
1961 Type 3 notes
- First production year for the Volkswagen Type 3 lineup
- The Notchback was the original Type 3 body style
- The Type 3 used a flatter “pancake” cooling system compared with Beetle-style upright engines
- Early Type 3 models were not yet officially imported into the United States
- Body, trim, engine, lighting, brake, suspension, wheel, and electrical details can vary by production date and market
