Where is the engine on a VW bus?
Boxy But Beautiful. Part of the microbus genius lies in its cab-over configuration. There is no engine and hood sticking out past the windshield. VW stuck the bus’s air-cooled four-cylinder in the back, as with the Beetle.
How much horsepower does a 1973 VW Beetle have?
60 hp
Our 1973 model is a Super Beetle. When it was launched, it had the 1,600cc 60 hp engine. VW called it “the most powerful, most exciting and most comfortable Beetle ever.” The spare tire was moved, the jack was moved, and the air-pressure powered washer bottle was relocated.
Where is the Beetle engine?
front
Unlike the original Beetle, the New Beetle has its engine in the front, driving the front wheels, with luggage storage in the rear.
What is the most valuable VW bus?
A 1955 Volkswagen (VLKAF) bus was recently sold for $235,000 by a German auction company, the the highest price ever paid at auction for one the iconic minibuses.
Can you install a VW transmission into a real bug?
We install every VW transmission into a real Volkswagen Bug, and drive said Bug around to check every forward and reverse gear to make sure your vw transmission will shift properly when we ship it to you. As far as we know, we are the only VW shop that does this!
How long does it take to rebuild a VW transmission?
ALL Bus Transmissions REQUIRE a Core at this time. 4-6 weeks to rebuild after core received.** Mofoco has been rebuilding VW transmissions for over 30 years… but don’t just take our word for it.
What kind of transmission does a German bus have?
Fully rebuilt & tested original German transmission for 1971 Bus models. Fully rebuilt & tested original German transmission for 1972-1974 Bus models. Fully rebuilt & tested original German transmission for 1976-1979 Bus models.
How long has mofoco been rebuilding VW transmissions?
Mofoco has been rebuilding VW transmissions for over 30 years… but don’t just take our word for it. We install every VW transmission into a real Volkswagen Bug, and drive said Bug around to check every forward and reverse gear to make sure your vw transmission will shift properly when we ship it to you.