1972 Volkswagen Beetle Shocks and Struts

Essential 1972 Volkswagen Beetle Shocks and Struts

Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5527)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$73.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • Premium – Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • For Commercial Usage Refer to Product Warranty
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Suncore – Shock Absorber (Part No.12S257010)

Shock Absorber

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$34.99
Shock Absorber

Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5984)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$103.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5752)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$36.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.343144)

Gas Shock

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$38.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Strut
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Classic Volkswagen
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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Energy Suspension – Bump Stop (Part No.15.6102G)

Bump Stop

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$15.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Helps Prevent Damage to Shocks/Struts
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1997)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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KYB – STRUT BELLOW (Part No.L303734949KYB)

STRUT BELLOW

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$31.53
STRUT BELLOW

KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB101)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$18.99
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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Driveworks – Strut Bellow (Part No.DW-K90460)

Strut Bellow

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$11.99
Driveworks Shock Mount, Suspension Strut Bellows

Product Features:
  • Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Durable neoprene rubber
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1998)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.29
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB125)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$35.49
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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Monroe – Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit (Part No.63630)

Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit

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$37.49
Designed to protect the strut, the Monroe® Strut-Mate® Boot Kit is the perfect replacement for a damaged jounce bumper or boot. Heavy-duty construction and unique design features make it the ideal choice for maximum rod protection and improved strut life.

Product Features:
  • REPLACES DAMAGED JOUNCE BUMPER OR BOOT — Avoid premature strut failure by replacing missing or damaged strut components
  • PROTECTS PISTON ROD — Protects piston rod finish from rust and corrosion and helps reduce oil leakage
  • KEEPS MOISTURE AND DIRT OUT — Self-draining design eliminates retention of moisture and other unwanted debris
  • ENHANCES STRUT LIFE — Delivers protection from severe suspension movement to improve strut durability
  • PERFECT PAIRING — Ideal match to protect strut rods, replace all worn strut components with quality Monroe struts (sold separately) for a complete four-corner ride control upgrade
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Direct fit OE replacement with firm friction connection that helps keep the boot in place
  • BUILT TO LAST — Soft-entry jounce bumper made of closed cell, micro-cellular urethane for maximum durability and to help reduce severe impacts
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Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.72311)

OESpectrum Strut

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$188.99
Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology+ Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • MANEJO EXCEPCIONAL — Las v▀lvulas de varilla desplazada, sintonizadas especfficamente para cada vehfculo, se ajustan a los extremos de la carretera para brindar consistencia y una conducci=n suave (en la mayorfa de las aplicaciones)
  • CONDUCCI+N CONSISTENTE — El fluido de equipo original para todo clima contiene aditivos especiales para ayudar con temperaturas extremas y ayudar a reducir la descomposici=n del aceite
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • MEJORA EL RENDIMIENTO — La carga de gas nitr=geno mantiene el contacto de la llanta con el suelo para mejorar la conducci=n y el manejo al reducir la aireaci=n (en la mayorfa de las aplicaciones)
  • VIDA +TIL M-S LARGA — El pist=n cromado, el cojinete de gufa de varilla reforzado con bronce y el retTn de labio ╖nico especial brindan durabilidad y una vida ╖til m▀s larga (cuando corresponda).
  • OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE — Comes with Monroe+s Limited Lifetime Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference+ Guarantee
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Monroe – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount (Part No.171525)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount

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$148.99
Featuring a vehicle-specific design, Monroe Quick-Strut strut assemblies are fit checked, ride tested and engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance. Assembled in Paragould, AR, they include all required components in a single unit.

Product Features:
  • QUICKER, SAFER, EASIER AND COMPLETE REPAIR – Includes everything you need for strut replacement in a single, fully assembled unit with no need for a spring compressor
  • RESTORES RIDE HEIGHT – Precisely calibrated to meet the OE design, each application-specific coil spring type is engineered to restore ride height and support the vehicle’s weight
  • VEHICLE-SPECIFIC DESIGN – Application-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs ensure optimized ride and handling experience unique to each vehicle profile
  • OE QUALITY – Preassembled upper strut mount, coil spring, and strut feature an OE-style design for seamless fit, form, and function
  • MADE TO LAST – Manufactured with high-quality steel, featuring a superior tube and weld design to deliver structural integrity and durability
  • MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL – Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness before it reaches the passenger cabin for improved vehicle handling
  • IMPROVES STEERING – Premium upper strut mount helps ensure smooth, like-new steering precision and prevents noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
  • RUST RESISTANCE – Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • ASSEMBLED IN THE USA This Quick-Strut assembly is assembled with pride in Paragould, Arkansas from domestic and imported components
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Carquest Premium – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount (Part No.18-815219)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount

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$167.99
Carquest Premium complete strut assemblies are manufactured by a leading original equipment supplier (O.E.S.) for a perfect OE fit, form and function. Carquest Premium strut assemblies are pre-assembled units that make your ride control repair faster and easier with no special tools needed for installation. Our complete strut assemblies or loaded struts are rigorously tested for proven reliability and offer an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • Pre-assembled with all new strut, bearing plate, coil spring, dust cover and spring seat
  • Struts feature application-specific technology with exact strut valving and tuning for smoother, safer and more stable ride
  • Springs are built with U.S. grade steel and designed to match factory ride height and performance
  • OE quality strut mount, bearing plate and brackets
  • Complete strut assembly is extensively tested for functionality and durability
  • Built with a micro-smooth, chrome-plated piston rod
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Suncore – Complete Strut Assem (Part No.55S11060)

Complete Strut Assem

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$109.99
Complete Strut Assem

KYB – Gas Strut (Part No.335808)

Gas Strut

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$141.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Strut
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Volkswagen
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
  • To Reduce The Chance Of Noise And Vibration KYB Recommends Installing New Strut Mounts, Part Number: Sm5380
  • Protect Your New Struts From Dirt, Debris And Salt With A KYB Strut Boot, Part Number: Sb101
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Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71525)

OESpectrum Strut

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$79.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
  • LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
  • OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
  • Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper: Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Strut (Part No.81525)

Gas-Matic Strut

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$59.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic passenger cars
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Energy Suspension – Bump Stop (Part No.15.6102R)

Bump Stop

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$15.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Helps Prevent Damage to Shocks/Struts
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Rein – Suspension Bump Stop Set (Part No.AVX0296P)

Suspension Bump Stop Set

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$29.99
Anti-vibration parts dampen vibration harmonics from the engine and drive line components to rest of the vehicle. This in turn reduces vibration and noise which can be felt and heard while the vehicle is in operation. Rein Automotive anti-vibration parts are application specific and match the design and function of the OE parts.

Product Features:
  • Rubber bump stops match the shore hardness of the original equipment bump stop to ensure maximum performance and product longevity
  • Matches Original Equipment design specifications
  • Recommend to replace bump stops in pairs to ensure best performance. Note: Bump Stop Sets contain the needed pair
  • Manufactured to strict engineering standards/specifications in materials and tolerances
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1972 Volkswagen Beetle Shocks and Struts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Maybe you just need a couple of Shocks and Struts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 7 different Shocks and Struts in our inventory ranging from $11.99 to $52.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1972 Volkswagen Beetle running smoothly.

Shocks and Struts are only as good as their brand. We stock 3 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Driveworks, KYB, and Energy Suspension are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Struts for your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Shocks and Struts to keep your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Shocks and Struts Brands To Make Your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Shocks and Struts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Beetle the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Shocks and Struts brands and parts.

Popular KYB Shocks and Struts

We carry KYB parts in our stock across Rear Shock and Struts and Front Shock and Struts categories, plus more. For a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, our most popular KYB Shocks and Struts include:
Gas Shock
from $38.99
(4)
Gas Shock
Rear Shock and Struts
Gas Shock
from $52.99
(1)
Gas Shock
Front Shock and Struts
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
from $18.99
(6)
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
Strut Bellows

Top 1972 Volkswagen Beetle Shocks and Struts from Driveworks

Driveworks products are another trusted brand when it comes to Shocks and Struts for your 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Popular Driveworks parts include:
Strut Bellow
from $11.99
(13)
Strut Bellow
Strut Bellows

FAQs for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle Shocks and Struts

What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the 1972 Volkswagen Beetle?

Out of 7 Shocks and Struts for the 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, the most popular in our inventory are:
STRUT BELLOW
from $31.53
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STRUT BELLOW
Strut Bellows
Bump Stop
from $15.99
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Bump Stop
Jounce Bumpers
Bump Stop
from $15.99
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Bump Stop
Chassis Bump Stops