1978 Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints

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Keep Your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Top Shape with a Quality Ball Joint

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, choosing high-quality parts is crucial for ensuring your vehicle stays in top shape, whether you’re tackling a repair or enhancing performance. At Advance Auto Parts, we know how important it is to find the right Ball Joint for your Beetle. We currently carry a top Ball Joint in stock that is built to last. Whether you’re replacing a damaged Ball Joint or looking to upgrade, our selection for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle ensures you’ll find exactly what you need to keep your vehicle looking and performing its best.

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And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out related part categories like Power Steering Parts and Tie Rods to complete your upgrade or repair project. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re proud to offer the parts and expertise to keep your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle running smoothly and looking great.

Essential 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints

MOOG – Ball Joint (Part No.K500390)

Ball Joint

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$66.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG® ball joints deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install.
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Designed to meet or exceed original equipment performance
  • Broad coverage for foreign and domestic applications
  • Engineered to provide long life and dependability
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Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP11152)

Ball Joint

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$109.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
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Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP11571)

Ball Joint

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$38.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
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MOOG – Suspension Ball Joint (Part No.K9025)

Suspension Ball Joint

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$43.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG ball joints deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • Hardened ball stud made of OE equivalent or better materials to withstand higher loads
  • Easy to install.
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Premium forged housing with increased cross section of up to 52% more material in key areas
  • Broad coverage for foreign and domestic applications
  • Designed to meet or exceed original equipment performance
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Carquest Premium – Suspension Ball Joint (Part No.410-234680)

Suspension Ball Joint

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$46.99
Carquest Premium ball joints are engineered and benchmarked to original equipment (O.E.) performance standards. Consistent manufacturing and rigorous quality testing ensure a trouble-free installation and long service life. Carquest Premium ball joints utilize the same ball joint technology as the OE part, with either a sealed (maintenance-free) design or a metal-on-metal (greaseable) design. We feature a corrosion-resistant coating on all ball joints to reduce rust. Each part number in the Carquest Premium ball joint line is designed and built to deliver the quality that you demand.

Product Features:
  • Engineered for OE fit, form and function
  • Corrosion-resistant coating to reduce rust and extend service life
  • Ball joint technology matches the original part with either sealed (maintenance-free) or metal-on-metal (greaseable) designs
  • Sealed designs feature a fully polished ball stud combined with synthetic bearing technology for smooth operation, improved reliability and no maintenance
  • Tested in accordance SAE Spec J193 which ensures ball joint assemblies meet all functional requirements of the application
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
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Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP10242)

Ball Joint

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$119.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
See More

Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP10183)

Ball Joint

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$44.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
See More

MOOG – Ball Joint (Part No.K500391)

Ball Joint

from

$66.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG® ball joints deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install.
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Designed to meet or exceed original equipment performance
  • Broad coverage for foreign and domestic applications
  • Engineered to provide long life and dependability
See More

Carquest Premium – Suspension Ball Joint (Part No.410-234681)

Suspension Ball Joint

from

$46.99
Carquest Premium ball joints are engineered and benchmarked to original equipment (O.E.) performance standards. Consistent manufacturing and rigorous quality testing ensure a trouble-free installation and long service life. Carquest Premium ball joints utilize the same ball joint technology as the OE part, with either a sealed (maintenance-free) design or a metal-on-metal (greaseable) design. We feature a corrosion-resistant coating on all ball joints to reduce rust. Each part number in the Carquest Premium ball joint line is designed and built to deliver the quality that you demand.

Product Features:
  • Engineered for OE fit, form and function
  • Corrosion-resistant coating to reduce rust and extend service life
  • Ball joint technology matches the original part with either sealed (maintenance-free) or metal-on-metal (greaseable) designs
  • Sealed designs feature a fully polished ball stud combined with synthetic bearing technology for smooth operation, improved reliability and no maintenance
  • Tested in accordance SAE Spec J193 which ensures ball joint assemblies meet all functional requirements of the application
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
See More

Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP11576)

Ball Joint

from

$38.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
See More

Most Popular Lower Ball Joint for 1978 Volkswagen Beetles

Enhance your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle with this popular Lower Ball Joint we have in stock, for $119.99.

Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP10242)

Ball Joint

from

$119.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
See More

FAQs for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints

What’s the price range for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints?

We currently have just one Ball Joints for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in stock: Ball Joint and it costs $119.99.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Ball Joints for other Volkswagen Beetle model years?

Yes, we carry Ball Joints for 34 model years of Volkswagen Beetles between 1965 and 2019. The following model years are the most popular for Ball Joint purchases: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, and 2010.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Ball Joints for any other 1978 Volkswagen models?

Yes. We stock Ball Joints for 3 other popular 1978 Volkswagen models. Some of the most popular are 1978 Rabbit Ball Joints, 1978 Scirocco Ball Joints, 1978 Dasher Ball Joints, and 1978 Super Beetle Ball Joints.

What types of Ball Joints do you sell for my 1978 Volkswagen Beetle?

We currently have just 1 Ball Joint in stock for a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, and as of 6/2/26, it is a Lower Ball Joint.

Can I get help with 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joint orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Volkswagen Ball Joints and more.

What is your return policy for Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Volkswagen Beetle Ball Joints and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.