Parking Brake Handle | 1955 & Earlier VW Beetle | Rod-Style, German Refurbished (#R02)
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- Vendor Washburn's Metal
- SKU #R02
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Fits
- Through 1955|VW|Beetle
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Original German Parking Brake Handle — 1955 & Earlier VW Beetle (Rod-Style)
This is the rod-style parking brake handle used on 1955 and earlier VW Beetles — the split and oval window cars. Each handle has been inspected, media blasted, and powder coated, making it a genuinely rare part in this condition.
Vehicle Fitment
- VW Beetle (Type 1): 1955 & earlier — rod-style parking brake (split & oval window cars)
Why Choose Washburn's Metal?
Hard-to-find early parts are inspected and fully refurbished in-house — media blasted and powder coated — so you receive a rare original German handle ready to install.
Key Features & Benefits
- Rod-style configuration: correct for 1955 & earlier split and oval window Beetles.
- Fully refurbished: inspected, media blasted, and powder coated.
- Rare in this condition: a genuinely hard-to-find original German part.
Technical Specifications
- Part number: #R02
- Origin: Original German (OEM)
- Configuration: Rod-style parking brake
- Finish: Media blasted & powder coated
- Condition: Refurbished
- Fitment: 1955 & earlier VW Type 1 Beetle
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which cars use the rod-style handle? Split and oval window Beetles — 1955 and earlier.
- How was it refurbished? Inspected, media blasted, and powder coated.
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