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1966 VW Type 3 4103

The 1966 VW Type 3 is an important year for the Volkswagen Type 3 lineup, especially for North American enthusiasts, as the Type 3 was officially imported into the United States during this period. With Fastback, Squareback, and Notchback applications, a 1600cc air-cooled “pancake” engine, front disc brakes, and the move to the 4x130 wheel bolt pattern, the 1966 Volkswagen Type 3 became a more refined and capable air-cooled VW platform.

This page groups parts for the 1966 Volkswagen Type 3, including Fastback, Squareback, and Notchback applications depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1966 VW Type 3 parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, disc brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, lighting parts, wheels, carburetor parts, and vintage VW restoration components.

Browse parts for your 1966 VW Type 3 and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a driver, restoring a Squareback wagon, preserving a Notchback, rebuilding a Fastback, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.

More about the 1966 VW Type 3

Factory-style details

  • Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback, Squareback, and Notchback applications
  • 1600cc air-cooled flat-four “pancake” engine
  • Approximately 53 hp engine output, depending on market and specification
  • Torsion-bar front suspension
  • Swing axle rear suspension
  • Front disc brakes
  • 4x130 wheel bolt pattern
  • 6-volt electrical system

1966 Type 3 notes

  • 1966 is noted as the year the Type 3 was officially imported into the United States
  • Engine displacement moved to 1600cc across the Type 3 lineup
  • Front disc brakes became standard during this period
  • The wheel bolt pattern changed from the earlier 5x205 wide-five pattern to 4x130
  • Fastback, Squareback, and Notchback body styles may apply depending on market and catalog fitment
  • Body, trim, engine, carburetion, lighting, brake, suspension, wheel, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and body style
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