Volkswagen Super Beetle Tail Light Bulb Size
The Volkswagen Super Beetle tail light utilizes 97 and 1157 bulb sizes depending on the specific production period for the vehicle. Data for the lighting components covers the range from 1971 to 1980.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Bulb Size by Year Range
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 1978-1980 | 97 |
| 1975-1977 | 1157 |
| 1973-1974 | 97 |
| 1971-1972 | 1157 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Variant of 1156. 12V, 13W. | 97 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | 1157 |