JP Group Rear Bumper Corner, Left, Chrome — Made in Denmark | VW Karmann Ghia 1955–1971 | Ref 40495-1 (JP-8635-0)
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JP Group Rear Bumper Corner, Left, Chrome — Made in Denmark | VW Karmann Ghia 1955–1971 | Ref 40495-1 (JP-8635-0)
Short answer: The JP Group JP-8635-0 is the left rear chrome bumper corner (end blade) for the 1955–1971 VW Karmann Ghia blade-style bumper. It is made in Denmark. The Ghia rear bumper is built in three pieces, a center and two corners, and this is the left (driver-side) corner. Ref 40495-1, JP Group 8184400370. Sold each.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1955–1971 | VW Karmann Ghia coupe & convertible (Type 14) | Rear left, blade bumper, per EMPI |
| 1972–1974 | Karmann Ghia — does not fit | Big one-piece energy bumpers |
| Any | Rear right or front corners | Not this part |
US-spec Ghias up to 1971 often have a towel-rail overrider bar. The corner is the same blade piece; the overrider and towel rail are separate parts.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP-8635-0 |
| Repair panel reference | 40495-1 |
| JP Group reference | 8184400370 |
| UPC | 707924535846 |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Country of origin | Denmark (per EMPI) |
| Position | Rear left corner |
| Sold as | Each |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | 3.5 lb (EMPI published) |
| Package size | 3 x 15 x 21 in |
What's Included
- One left rear chrome bumper corner.
Not Included
- Rear bumper center piece
- Right rear corner
- Bumper irons, bolts, overriders, towel rail or seals
Why It Matters
The Karmann Ghia's three-piece rear bumper is one of the car's signature details. The corners take every parking bump, and the chrome pits and rusts from the inside where water sits behind the blade. A dented or rusty corner spoils the look of an otherwise good car.
Good used corners are scarce and rechroming is costly. This is a new, Danish-made chrome corner that bolts on in place of the old one.
Installation Notes
- Soak the old bumper bolts with penetrating oil first. They are often seized.
- Fit new bumper seals between the corner and the body so the paint is not damaged.
- Snug all bolts loosely, line up the corner with the center piece, then tighten.
- Do not over-tighten the bolts against the chrome.
- Wax the chrome and the inside of the blade to slow corrosion.
- We do not publish torque values here; use the factory workshop manual (Bentley) for your vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit my 1966 Karmann Ghia?
Yes. EMPI lists the 1955–1971 Ghia, rear left.
Does it fit a 1973 Ghia?
No. 1972–1974 Ghias use one-piece energy bumpers.
Left or right — how do I tell?
This is the left rear corner, the driver side on a US car.
Is it chrome-plated steel?
It is chrome, made in Denmark per EMPI.
Are bolts and seals included?
No. Reuse good hardware or order new bumper seals.
Is it new?
Yes. New JP Group part, sold through EMPI.
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