JP Group Front Left Fender | VW Beetle 1967–1974 (Upright Headlight, Standard)

Short answer: This is JP Group's Classic Line front left (driver-side) fender, JP-8353-0, for the Standard VW Beetle 1967–1974 with upright headlights. It does not fit the Super Beetle (1302/1303).

Restore the iconic lines of your Type 1 with this front left fender from JP Group's Classic Line. Engineered for the transition-year Standard Beetle, it features the correct upright headlight configuration and a single bumper-bracket slot.

Crafted from heavy-gauge stamped steel, it delivers the structural integrity and precise wheel-arch contours required for professional-grade restorations. The panel arrives in a black EDP (Electrophoretic Deposition) coating for superior corrosion resistance during transit and storage.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Standard): 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974
• Position: Front left (driver's side), upright headlight style
• Note: Fits Standard Beetle only. Does not fit Super Beetle (1302/1303) due to differences in suspension and body width.

Why Choose JP Group?

JP Group's Classic Line reproduces factory-correct sheet metal for air-cooled VW restorations, using heavy-gauge stamped steel that mimics the original lines for a seamless install.

Key Features & Benefits

• Precision Fit: Engineered to mimic factory-original lines for a seamless install.
• High-Quality Steel: Durable, heavy-gauge construction that stands up to daily driving.
• Protective Finish: Coated in black shipping primer (EDP) to prevent flash rust.
• Era Correct: Designed for the upright headlight style (1967 and later).

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: JP Group Classic Line
• Part Number: JP-8353-0 / 8180300376
• Position: Front Left (Driver's Side)
• Material: Heavy-gauge stamped steel
• Finish: Black EDP shipping primer
• Shipping Weight: 14 lbs
• Box Dimensions: 48" x 22" x 20"

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this fit a Super Beetle? No. It fits the Standard Beetle only; it does not fit Super Beetle (1302/1303) due to suspension and body-width differences.
• Which side is this? Front left — the driver's side.
• Does it come painted? No. It arrives in black EDP shipping primer to prevent flash rust; scuff the primer and apply your final paint system.
• What is the part number? JP Group JP-8353-0 (JP Group Classic Line reference 8180300376).

Fabricator's Tip: This fender is finished in a shipping primer. For a show-quality finish, we recommend a "dry fit" on the vehicle to check gaps before scuffing the primer and applying your final paint system.

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Prop 65 Warning

WARNING: 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.