1960 Beetle engine

flugle85 Learner Dubber

12 posts · joined Nov 2005 · 11 Jan 2006, 5:31 pm

#446374

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone could tell me if 40hp engines were originally installed in some 1960 beetles? I have read a bit about the era and my understanding is that 40hp engines started in 1961, but another source said they started in late 1960. Now I'm just confused! :duh

Also, does anyone know of an engine and VIN number decoder?

Any feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance 😀

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1,991 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 11 Jan 2006, 5:53 pm

#446383

The '61 model Beetles started in August '60,
This was the first of the 40hp engines.

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flugle85 Learner Dubber

12 posts · joined Nov 2005 · 11 Jan 2006, 7:05 pm

#446401

thanks a lot for your help 🙂