MPA Electrical 16300 Starter Motor

Starter for Volkswagen and Porsche

MPA Electrical 16300 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a direct drive design, 0.8 kW rating, and counterclockwise rotation. It is a Bosch-manufactured unit for select Volkswagen Vanagon, Volkswagen Beetle, and Porsche 911 applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical Remanufactured
• Direct drive design for OE-style starting performance
• 0.8 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth starter drive
• Bosch manufacturer specification
• Part number 16300

Fitment Details

• Fits 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A; First Production, w/ 241mm str. length; Remanufactured
• Fits 1980 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1967-1979 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1965-1971 Porsche 911, N/A; Remanufactured

This starter cross-references BBB Industries 16300 for the same application. The MPA Electrical 16300 also cross-references 16342 for select applications.

What It Helps Fix

• Slow cranking during engine start-up
• No-crank conditions caused by a worn starter motor
• Intermittent starting from internal starter wear
• Starter drive engagement issues on 9-tooth applications
• Voltage-related starting problems in 12-volt systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, model, and starter length before installation, especially on 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon first-production applications with 241mm starter length. Confirm counterclockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive engagement, and 12-volt system requirements match the original unit.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet application-specific electrical and mechanical requirements for direct replacement use. Bosch manufacturing specification is listed for this unit.