JP Group Rear Bumper, Chrome (Brazil) | VW Beetle 1968–1973 & Super Beetle 1971–1973 | OE 113 707 303 B (JP-8488-0)
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JP Group Rear Bumper, Chrome (Brazil) | VW Beetle 1968–1973 & Super Beetle 1971–1973 | OE 113 707 303 B (JP-8488-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8488-0 is a new chrome rear bumper for the 1968–1973 VW Beetle and the 1971–1973 Super Beetle: the U-section "Europa" bumper used before the 1974–75 change to bumpers with rubber strips. EMPI describes it as the Brazil-made version. It replaces OE 113 707 303 B, JP Group reference 8184200306. Sold each.
Part numbers: JP-8488-0 · OE 113 707 303 B · JP Group 8184200306 · UPC 707924528237
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1968–1973 | VW Beetle sedan | Rear. EMPI fitment |
| 1971–1973 | VW Super Beetle | Rear. EMPI fitment |
| 1968–1973 | Beetle convertible | Same bumper in most references; compare with your bumper irons |
| 1974–1979 | Beetle / Super Beetle | Does not fit as-is: later bumpers use different mounts and, from 1975, a rubber impact strip |
| 1967 and earlier | Beetle with blade bumpers | Does not fit |
Fitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group, checked against the OE number. Heritage Parts Centre and Mid America Motorworks list the same 113 707 303 rear bumper for the 1968–1973 Beetle.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI |
| Part number | JP-8488-0 |
| OE reference | 113 707 303 B |
| JP Group reference | 8184200306 |
| UPC | 707924528237 |
| Style | Europa (U-section) bumper, rear |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Origin | Brazil, per EMPI description |
| Sold as | Each |
| Shipping weight | About 14 lb (estimate) |
| Carton | About 62 x 10 x 8 in (estimate); ships oversize |
| Condition | New |
What's Included
- One chrome rear bumper bar
Not Included
- Bumper irons (brackets) and the body seals where they pass through the fenders
- Bumper bolts
- Overriders / guards
Why It Matters
The rear bumper on a 1968–1973 Beetle takes every parking knock, and water sits between the bar and the bumper irons. After fifty years most original bumpers are dented, pitted and rusting through from the inside. A straight new chrome bar is one of the quickest ways to make an early Super Beetle or late-sixties Beetle look right again.
This JP Group bumper is the Brazil-made version. It is a practical choice for a driver car or a budget restoration. If you want concours-level triple chrome, compare it with the premium bumpers sold elsewhere before you order.
JP Group is a Danish maker of replacement parts for classic Volkswagens and Porsches, sold under the JP Group, Dansk and Classic names, with EMPI as its US distributor. Washburn's Metal in Orange, California lists every JP part with its VW OE number and JP Group reference so you can check it against your parts book before you order. Send us your year, model and chassis number if you want us to check fitment before it ships.
Installation Notes
- Soak the old bumper bolts in penetrating oil the day before; they are usually rusted.
- Fit new bumper iron seals where the irons pass through the rear fenders.
- Leave the bolts loose, centre the bar and check the gap to the body before tightening.
- Wax the chrome and paint or wax the inside of the bar to slow rust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this fit my 1972 Beetle?
Yes. EMPI lists 1968–1973 Beetle, rear.
Does it fit my 1973 Super Beetle?
Yes. EMPI lists the 1971–1973 Super Beetle.
Does it fit a 1975 Beetle?
No. 1974 and later cars use different bumpers and mounts.
Is this the same as OE 113 707 303 B?
EMPI lists JP-8488-0 against 113 707 303 B, the rear Europa bumper.
Does it come with the brackets?
No. It is the bumper bar only. Re-use your bumper irons or replace them.
Is it new?
Yes, new. EMPI describes it as the Brazil-made chrome version.
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