JP Group Rear Floor Pan Quarter Section, Right | VW Karmann Ghia 1955–1974 & Thing 1973–1974 | Weld-In, Ref 40470-2 (JP-8463-0)
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JP Group Rear Floor Pan Quarter Section, Right — VW Karmann Ghia & Thing (JP-8463-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8463-0 is a weld-in right rear floor pan quarter section for the VW Karmann Ghia (EMPI: 1955–1974) and the 1973–1974 VW Thing (Type 181). It repairs the rear passenger-side floor under the seat. Panel ref. 40470-2, JP ref. 8183100180. Sold each.
Part numbers: JP-8463-0 · JP Group 8183100180 · panel ref. 40470-2 · UPC 707924527988. Other suppliers sell the same repair as 141 701 092.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1955–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia Type 14 | Rear right quarter, per EMPI (others list 1960–1974) |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing Type 181 | Rear right, per EMPI |
| 1946–1979 | VW Beetle | Does not fit — Beetle pans are wider in the rear and use different seat-rail details |
| Any | Left side | Not this part |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark) |
| Part number | JP-8463-0 |
| JP Group reference | 8183100180 |
| Panel reference | 40470-2 |
| UPC | 707924527988 |
| Position | Rear quarter, right (passenger) side |
| Material | Pressed steel, for welding |
| Sold as | Each |
| Weight | Not published — shipping estimate 8 lb |
What's Included / Not Included
- Included: one right rear floor pan quarter section.
- Not included: front quarter, left side, floor pan seal, bolts, seam sealer or paint.
Why It Matters
Ghia and Thing floor pans rust from the top down: water gets in through door seals and window seals, soaks the carpet and sits on the pan under the rear seat. The rear quarters are often the first section to go. You will see holes under the carpet, crumbling metal around the edges and, eventually, road visible under your feet.
A quarter section lets you replace only the rotten part of the pan instead of the full half. Since it covers only the lower part of the pan, the original bolt flange stays in place and no body-off work is needed.
Ghia and Beetle pans look similar but are not interchangeable. Make sure you order a Ghia/Thing part.
Installation Notes
- This is a weld-in steel panel. It is a job for a body shop or a welder with sheet-metal experience.
- Offer the panel up before you cut anything. Mark the cut line inside sound metal and remove only the rotten section.
- Repair panels usually need some trimming and dressing to fit. Check shape and gaps against the opposite side of the car before tacking.
- Remove the transit coating at the weld zones, use weld-through primer on the joints, tack in place, then stitch-weld in short runs to limit heat warping.
- Seal seams, prime, apply cavity wax to the inside faces and finish with paint and underbody coating.
- Leave the outer bolt flange and the tunnel weld seam intact; cut inside them and lap or butt-weld the new section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this fit my 1972 Karmann Ghia?
Yes. EMPI lists it for the 1955–1974 Karmann Ghia.
Does it fit a Thing?
Yes. EMPI lists the 1973–1974 VW Thing, right rear.
Left or right — how do I tell?
This is the right rear, passenger side on a US car.
Is it a full pan half?
No. It is a rear quarter section. For the full right half, see JP-8465-0.
Does it fit my Beetle?
No. Beetle floor pans are different.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group steel section.
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VW Karmann Ghia Parts · VW Thing Parts · Body Panels & Sheet Metal · All VW Air-Cooled Parts
⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
