{"product_id":"r64-genuine-oem-volkswagen-rear-left-brake-backing-plate-semi-gloss-restoration","title":"VW Rear Left Brake Backing Plate | 1968–1979 Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Thing | Semi-Gloss OEM (R64)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenuine OEM VW Rear Left Brake Backing Plate — Semi-Gloss Restoration (R64)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore your classic VW with a part that's built to last. This is an \u003cb\u003eoriginal factory-stamped steel plate\u003c\/b\u003e — not a thin aftermarket copy — fully restored for a proper fit and a better-than-new finish for your 1968-or-newer Beetle, Ghia, or Thing. It is the \u003cb\u003eRear Left (Driver's Side)\u003c\/b\u003e plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle \/ Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRestoration Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInspected:\u003c\/b\u003e Verified for straightness and structural integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMedia Blasted:\u003c\/b\u003e Stripped to bare metal to remove all rust, grease, and old paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePowder Coated:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in durable \u003cb\u003esemi-gloss black\u003c\/b\u003e powder coat that resists heat, road salt, and brake fluid far better than standard paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Rear Left (Driver's Side).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGenuine Steel Core:\u003c\/b\u003e German-style heavy-gauge steel for zero-flex braking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady to Bolt On:\u003c\/b\u003e All mounting points are clean and ready for your wheel cylinder and brake hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Rear Left (Driver's Side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-gauge original steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Semi-gloss black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e R64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this an original part or a reproduction?\u003c\/b\u003e It is an original factory-stamped steel plate, fully restored — not a thin aftermarket copy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich side is this?\u003c\/b\u003e Rear Left (Driver's Side), ready to bolt on with clean mounting points for your wheel cylinder and brake hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebuilding your rear drums? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/brakes\"\u003eBrakes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-super-beetle\"\u003eVW Super Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSourcing \u0026amp; Restoration Standards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery core in this listing is pulled from disassembled donor vehicles, hand-inspected for cracks, stripped, and checked to confirm it moves and mounts correctly before it's offered for sale — we do not sell parts we wouldn't install on our own cars. Because these are original German-built pieces rather than reproductions, expect the light surface texture and character of a genuine 50+ year old stamping, not the sterile finish of a modern casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Washburn's Metal Difference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashburn's Metal is a family-run air-cooled VW \u0026amp; Porsche specialist shop — every part we sell is inspected before it ships, and our team is on hand by phone or email if you have a fitment question before or after you order. We stand behind what we sell: if a part doesn't fit as described, reach out and we'll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282898350195,"sku":"R64","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/R64REARLEFT-DRIVERS20251021_171738A.jpg?v=1770523168","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/r64-genuine-oem-volkswagen-rear-left-brake-backing-plate-semi-gloss-restoration","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}