Bosch Ignition Points | VW Type 1 1965–1967 / Type 2 1964–1967 / Type 3 1967 | Contact Set (98-9941-B)

Bosch Ignition Points — VW Type 1 / Type 2 / Type 3 (Contact Set, Genuine)

Genuine Bosch ignition points (contact set) for mid-1960s VW Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Points are the mechanical switch inside a points-style distributor and wear with every cycle of the engine — a standard service-interval replacement. Pair with a fresh condenser from the same era when servicing.

Vehicle Fitment

• Beetle (Type 1): 1965–1967
• Karmann Ghia: 1965–1967
• Bus (Type 2): 1964–1967
• Type 3 (Squareback / Fastback / Notchback): 1967

Why Choose Bosch?

Bosch is the original OE supplier of ignition components to Volkswagen. These are not aftermarket reproductions — they are the same German-built points Bosch has supplied to VW since the cars were new.

Key Features & Benefits

• Genuine Bosch OE: original points-style contact set, not an aftermarket reproduction.
• Standard service item: points wear with every engine cycle and are a routine tune-up replacement.

Technical Specifications

• EMPI Part #: 98-9941-B
• Bosch Reference: 01-009
• Type: Points-style distributor contact set

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does a contact set do? Points are the mechanical switch inside a points-style distributor; they wear with every engine cycle and are a standard service-interval replacement.
• Should I replace the condenser too? Yes — pair with a fresh condenser from the same era when servicing.

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