BUGPACK Billet Plus Performance Shifter Type 1 RH 12 1/4 B5-6040-0 air-cooled VW Beetle
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BUGPACK Billet Plus Performance Shifter | VW Type 1 Beetle & Ghia RHD | 12-1/4" Tall (B5-6040-0)

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  • Vendor BUGPACK
  • SKU B5-6040-0
  • Fits
    • All Years|VW|Beetle (Right-Hand Drive)
    • All Years|VW|Karmann Ghia (Right-Hand Drive)

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BUGPACK Billet Plus Performance Shifter — VW Type 1 Beetle & Karmann Ghia RHD, 12-1/4" Tall (B5-6040-0)

The BUGPACK Billet Plus performance shifter for right-hand-drive (RHD) VW Type 1 (Beetle / Karmann Ghia) is CNC-machined from billet aluminum with a built-in reverse lock-out button and a 12-1/4" tall shifter sized for the standard Type 1 floorpan layout.

Drive side: This is the right-hand-drive (RHD) version. If you have a left-hand-drive Type 1, you need part B5-6050-0 instead — not this one.

Vehicle Fitment

  • VW Beetle (Type 1): All years, right-hand drive, standard Type 1 floorpan shifter layout
  • VW Karmann Ghia: All years, right-hand drive, standard Type 1 floorpan shifter layout

Why Choose BUGPACK?

BUGPACK is EMPI's high-performance engine and chassis line for the air-cooled VW community, offering proven street and performance parts trusted by builders.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Billet construction: CNC-machined billet aluminum vs. stamped steel and rubber bushings.
  • Shorter throw: Cuts shift travel by ~40% for quicker shifts.
  • Reverse lock-out: Button prevents accidental reverse engagement at speed.
  • Tight feel: Premium feel with no slop in the linkage.

Technical Specifications

  • BUGPACK Part #: B5-6040-0
  • Vehicle: VW Type 1 (Beetle / Karmann Ghia)
  • Drive: Right-hand drive (RHD)
  • Height: 12-1/4"
  • Material: CNC-machined billet aluminum
  • Features: Reverse lock-out button
  • Weight: 3.35 lb (shipping)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is this for left- or right-hand drive? This is the right-hand-drive (RHD) version. For a left-hand-drive Type 1 you need part B5-6050-0 instead.
  • Does it fit a Karmann Ghia? Yes — it fits both the VW Beetle and Karmann Ghia with the standard Type 1 floorpan shifter layout.
  • Do you have a Bus / Transporter version? Yes, sold as separate listings: B5-6060-0 (Type 2 1966-1979 LHD), B5-6160-0 (1966-1979 RHD), B5-6180-0 (1960-1965 LHD, 24-1/4"), and B5-6190-0 (1960-1965 RHD, 24-1/4").

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