Rear Fender, Passenger Side, For Beetle 59-67

Product Overview

When it comes to restoring the iconic silhouette of a classic Volkswagen, the rear fenders are perhaps the most critical components for achieving that perfect, factory-correct look. This EMPI Passenger Side Rear Fender for the 1959-1967 Beetle is engineered to meet the demanding standards of air-cooled enthusiasts and professional restorers alike. During this specific era of Beetle production, the body lines transitioned through some of the most beloved design phases in automotive history. This fender captures the authentic curvature and stamping required to maintain the integrity of your Type 1, ensuring that the passenger side of your vehicle looks just as sharp as the day it rolled off the assembly line in Wolfsburg. Whether you are repairing collision damage or replacing a rusted-out original panel, this high-quality steel stamping provides the structural rigidity and aesthetic accuracy your project deserves.

Installing a new fender is more than just a simple bolt-on procedure; it is an investment in the longevity and value of your vintage VW. This unit comes finished in a protective storage primer, which is designed to prevent flash rusting during transit and shelving. As any master technician at Appletree Auto will tell you, the secret to a show-winning finish lies in the preparation. This fender is a "blank canvas" that requires standard bodywork preparation, including light sanding and high-quality priming, to ensure your final paint job is flawless. Because these are stamped steel components, they offer the traditional feel and durability that fiberglass alternatives simply cannot match. Don''t settle for sagging or poorly shaped reproduction panels when you can install a fender that respects the original engineering of the 1959-1967 era.

Vehicle Fitment

This rear passenger side fender is designed specifically for the following Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle models:

• 1959-1967 Volkswagen Beetle (Sedan)
• 1959-1967 Volkswagen Beetle (Convertible)
• Note: While this fender fits the 1959-1967 range, please ensure your taillight assemblies and bumper bracket holes align with your specific year''s trim requirements, as minor variations in trim holes may exist across these years.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 111-821-306LBR
• Position: Rear, Passenger Side (Right Hand Side)
• Material: Heavy-gauge stamped steel for maximum durability.
• Finish: Industrial-grade storage primer (requires sanding and painting).
• Weight: Approximately 8 lbs.
• Compatibility: Designed for standard Beetle bodies (Not for Super Beetle).
• Stamping Quality: Precision-molded to replicate OEM body lines and wheel arch contours.

Pro Tips from the Appletree Garage

Tip 1: The "Dry Fit" is Mandatory

Before you even think about scuffing the primer or sending this fender to the paint booth, you must perform a complete "dry fit" on your Beetle''s quarter panel. Vintage VW bodies have lived long lives, and subtle shifts in the chassis or previous body repairs can affect alignment. Bolt the fender on loosely, check the gap between the fender and the engine lid, and ensure the bumper bracket tubes line up perfectly. It is much easier to make slight adjustments to the metal or the mounting holes now than it is after you have applied an expensive coat of L87 Pearl White or L289 Blue.

Tip 2: Prep the Storage Primer Correctly

The black or grey coating found on new metal panels is a shipping primer, not a final automotive primer. For the best results, we recommend sanding this coating back to ensure a mechanical bond with your high-build epoxy primer. If you paint directly over the storage primer without proper preparation, you risk adhesion failure down the road. Use a wax and grease remover thoroughly before and after sanding to ensure that no oils from your hands or the factory environment contaminate the surface, which could cause "fish-eyes" in your final finish.

Tip 3: Don''t Skimp on the Beading and Hardware

When installing your new passenger side fender, always use fresh fender beading and high-quality stainless steel or zinc-plated fender bolts with "crinkle" washers. Apply a thin layer of anti-seize or a specialized automotive seam sealer to the bolt threads and the mating surface where the fender meets the body. This prevents moisture from being trapped in the seam, which is the number one cause of "fender rot" in classic Beetles. Properly seated beading not only looks professional but acts as a gasket to protect your fresh paint from vibration-induced cracking.