SuperBeetles.com is the world’s longest running online resource dedicated to the Volkswagen Super Beetle, including the 1302 and 1303 models. Since 2000, we have helped owners and enthusiasts with model information, restoration tips, history, and identification guides. The site is organized into monthly Features and Articles, Super Beetle event coverage, an updated events calendar, factory photos, vintage ads, model history, and a complete archive of past features.
This guide explores how the Super Beetle evolved from 1971 through 1979, covering the key changes that shaped both the 1302 and 1303 generations. From the introduction of the strut suspension to the curved windshield, improved interiors, and the final fuel injected convertibles, each model year brought meaningful updates. It is a clear and accessible overview for anyone interested in understanding how the Super Beetle became the most refined version of the classic Volkswagen.
EMPI’s 70th Anniversary Open House is set to bring the air cooled VW community together for a full day in Anaheim. The event brings together a large car show, dealer displays, facility tours, raffles, food trucks, live music, arcade games, and the finals of the EMPI Engine Battle with a twenty thousand dollar prize. It is a family friendly gathering that draws enthusiasts, clubs, and builders for one of the biggest EMPI events of the year.
