VW Beetle 3-Fold Sunroof Conversion Kit | 1949–1955 Type 1 | Complete Assembly (#BY10)

VW Beetle 3-Fold Sunroof Conversion Kit — Complete Reproduction Assembly

Add a period-correct folding sunroof to an early solid-roof Beetle with this 3-fold sunroof conversion kit. It is a full reproduction of the original 3-fold opening mechanism, supplied with the complete sunroof assembly and all hardware needed for installation.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): 1949–1955

Key Features & Benefits

• Full reproduction: original 3-fold opening mechanism
• Complete assembly: full 3-fold sunroof assembly in the kit
• Everything to install: all hardware needed for installation included
• Period-correct: the design used on 1949–1955 Beetles before VW switched to the 2-fold mechanism

Technical Specifications

• Type: 3-Fold folding sunroof conversion kit
• Sold As: Complete kit (assembly, mechanism, hardware)
• Part Number: #BY10
• Manufacturer: Washburn's Metal (Orange, CA)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What's included? The complete 3-fold sunroof assembly, original-style opening mechanism, and all hardware needed for installation.
• Do I need to cut my roof? Yes — this is a conversion kit; roof cutting and installation should be done by an experienced installer or body shop.
• Why 3-fold instead of 2-fold? 1949-1955 Beetles used the original 3-fold sunroof mechanism; VW switched to the 2-fold design starting in 1956.
• Is this period-correct? Yes — full reproduction of the original 1949-1955 opening mechanism.

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