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FAQ 25

Question: I have a 1972 Beetle. First of all, how do I tell what size/type engine do I have? Secondly, how can I tell if the car is a SuperBeetle? Thanks.

Answer: I'm not quite sure how to tell Beetle engine sizes. There is an engine number just below the generator/alternator stand. I don't have a table of those numbers, but I think I've seen some online.

It turns out that a US 1972 is almost certainly 1600 cc.

The Super Beetle has a deeply curved windshield, and Macpherson struts in the front end (instead of shock absorbers and torsion bars/ball joints). The normal Bug windshield is only slightly curved, and is only about 3 or 4 inches from the steering wheel.

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