JP Group Rear Bumper Rubber Molding (Impact Strip) | VW Beetle 1975–1979 & Super Beetle 1975–1980 | OE 113 807 425 B (JP-8495-0)
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JP Group Rear Bumper Rubber Molding (Impact Strip) | VW Beetle 1975–1979 & Super Beetle 1975–1980 | OE 113 807 425 B (JP-8495-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8495-0 is the black rubber impact strip (bumper molding) that runs along the rear bumper of the 1975–1979 VW Beetle and 1975–1980 Super Beetle. EMPI lists it as the rear bumper molding for those cars. It replaces OE 113 807 425 B, JP Group reference 8184400202. Rubber strip only.
Part numbers: JP-8495-0 · OE 113 807 425 B · JP Group 8184400202 · UPC 707924528305
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1975–1979 | VW Beetle sedan and convertible | Rear bumper. EMPI fitment |
| 1975–1980 | VW Super Beetle (incl. 1980 convertible) | Rear bumper. EMPI fitment |
| 1968–1974 | Beetle / Super Beetle | Does not fit: those bumpers have no impact strip |
| 1975–1979 | Front bumper | Does not fit: the front strip is a different part (front centre 113 807 221 B) |
Fitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group, checked against the OE number. EMPI's description lists "VW Classic 1302, 1303 and Type 1", the European names for the Super Beetle and Beetle.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI |
| Part number | JP-8495-0 |
| OE reference | 113 807 425 B |
| JP Group reference | 8184400202 |
| UPC | 707924528305 |
| Position | Rear bumper |
| Material | Rubber |
| Sold as | Each (not stated by EMPI) |
| Shipping weight | About 3 lb (estimate) |
| Carton | About 18 x 18 x 4 in (estimate, coiled) |
| Condition | New |
What's Included
- One rear bumper rubber molding (impact strip)
Not Included
- Molding clips (OE 171 807 249 A, JP-8487-0); fit new ones
- Bumper bar and brackets
- Front bumper strip
Why It Matters
The rubber strip on a 1975–1979 Beetle rear bumper is there to take parking knocks. After forty-plus years in the sun most are cracked, shrunk away from the ends, hard as plastic or missing altogether. A shrunk or split strip lets water sit against the bumper and rust starts behind it. A new strip finishes the back of the car and protects the bumper paint or chrome again.
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 each JP part with its VW OE number and JP Group reference so you can check it against your parts book before you order.
Installation Notes
- Remove the old strip and all old clips. They usually break; plan on new clips in every hole.
- Clean and treat any rust on the bumper face before fitting.
- Warm the strip in the sun or a warm room so it lies straight.
- Start at the centre, press the strip onto the clips and work out to each end. Soapy water helps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this fit my 1978 Beetle convertible?
Yes. EMPI lists the 1975–1979 Beetle rear bumper.
Does it fit my 1974 Super Beetle?
No. 1974 and earlier bumpers have no rubber strip.
Front or rear?
Rear only.
Is this the same as OE 113 807 425 B?
Yes. EMPI lists JP-8495-0 against 113 807 425 B.
What else do I need?
New molding clips, JP-8487-0 (OE 171 807 249 A), one per hole.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group rubber.
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