1950-1977 Tow Bar For 2" Narrowed Beam
Tow your Air Cooled Volkswagen with a 2-inch narrowed front beam safely and securely with this tow bar — designed specifically for Type 1 Volkswagens with a 2-inch narrowed axle beam.
Getting your narrowed beam Air Cooled VW behind a tow vehicle requires the correct tow bar for the narrowed front end geometry — and this bar is built specifically for Type 1 Volkswagens with a 2-inch narrowed axle beam. Fits Standard Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Thing, Baja, and Dune Buggy applications. A must-have if you plan on towing your VW to Volkswagen Funfest or any show or event.
Please note — this tow bar will not attach to a Super Beetle chassis. A 2-inch ball is required and is not included — source separately before use.
Towing Note — Read Before Use:
Never tow an automatic or Autostick VW with the rear wheels on the ground — this will cause transmission damage.
Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
- 1950–1977 Volkswagen Beetle Standard — 2 Inch Narrowed Axle Beam Only
- 1956–1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia — 2 Inch Narrowed Axle Beam Only
- 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing — 2 Inch Narrowed Axle Beam Only
- 1956–1979 Dune Buggy and Sand Rail — 2 Inch Narrowed Axle Beam Only
- Does not fit Super Beetle chassis
Features / Benefits:
- Tow bar for 1950–1977 Air Cooled VW with 2-inch narrowed front axle beam
- Designed specifically for Type 1 Volkswagen narrowed beam applications
- Fits Standard Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Thing, Baja, and Dune Buggy
- Will not attach to Super Beetle chassis — confirm front end configuration before ordering
- Compatible with standard 2-inch ball hitch — ball not included
- Never tow automatic or Autostick VW with rear wheels on ground — transmission damage will result
Material / Finish:
Steel construction for correct strength and durability in flat towing applications on narrowed beam Air Cooled VW vehicles.
Because Details Matter:
A narrowed beam changes the front end geometry of your Air Cooled VW — and a standard tow bar will not attach correctly. This bar is built for exactly that application, fits the most popular narrowed beam Type 1 models, and connects to any standard 2-inch ball hitch. Confirm your front end configuration, source your 2-inch ball, and tow your VW to the next show the right way.
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