1968-1979 Beetle Wheelhouse Rear Inner Left Sheet Metal Panel - OEM Number(s) (113 809 173,113-809-173-A)
Restore Structure Behind the Rear Suspension Plate
Don’t wait until corrosion takes over—replace your rusted inner rear wheelhouse panel with this OE-style replacement for 1968–1979 Beetles. Designed to sit above the rear suspension plate, this Left Side Inner Wheelhouse provides the structural integrity needed behind the rear fender and running gear.
Stamped to match factory contours, this panel fits both Standard and Super Beetles. Cutting, welding, and fitting are required for installation. It’s a smart investment in long-term strength and safety for your vintage Air-Cooled VW.
Fitment
• Beetle, Standard: 1968–1977
• Beetle, Super: 1971–1979
Features
• Fits Driver’s Side (LH) rear inner wheel housing
• Weld-in panel located above rear suspension plate
• Designed to follow factory quarter and fender profiles
• Ideal for collision repair, rust repair, or full restoration
• Structural replacement to reinforce suspension mounting zone
Dimensions and Weight
• 42" L x 13" H
• Approx. 6 lbs
Tech Notes
• Some trimming or shaping may be needed depending on prior repairs
• Always test fit prior to paint or final prep
• Welding and rustproofing recommended for proper installation
• Not side-specific to Super Beetle; verify panel clearance at strut tower area during test fit
OEM Number(s)
• 113-809-173
• 113-809-173-A
Reference
• Klokkerholm 9512541
Because Details Matter
A rotted inner wheelhouse weakens your VW’s core. This reinforced replacement brings back confidence where it matters most—above the suspension and behind the bodywork.
Learn more from the following Mid America Motorworks Knowledge Library articles:
VW Body Panels & Sheet Metal - What to Expect
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 10012818
- 113 809 173
- 113-809-173-A
- 40053L
- 686420276746
- 95-12-54-1
- 9512541