Volkswagon AC903962 Starter

Brand Volkswagon AC903962
Fits Volkswagen · 122 vehicles

Starter replacement. Direct-fit starter for dependable engine cranking.

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Volkswagen Beetle Starter AC903962

This Volkswagen Beetle starter is a direct-fit electrical replacement for classic air-cooled applications. Part number AC903962 covers 1950-1978 Volkswagen Beetle models with 12-volt systems and a 1.4KW 1.9HP WOSP specification.

Key Features

  • Fits 1950-1978 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
  • 12-volt starter configuration
  • 1.4KW / 1.9HP output rating
  • WOSP application specification
  • Electrical, charging, and starting system component

Detailed Description

AC903962 is a starter for Volkswagen Beetle vehicles across the 1950-1978 model years. It is specified for 12-volt systems and a 1.4KW 1.9HP output, making it a fitment-based replacement for classic Beetle starting system service. If you are sourcing a Volkswagen Beetle starter AC903962 for a restoration or repair, this part number identifies the correct application range.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

  • No-crank or slow-crank starting complaints
  • Starter motor failure in a 12-volt Beetle electrical system
  • Restoration of original starting performance on classic Volkswagen Beetle models
  • Replacement of a worn or intermittent starter assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm 12-volt system requirements before installation. Verify the vehicle year and Beetle application against the fitment listing, and compare the existing starter configuration to part number AC903962 before removal. Check battery condition, cable integrity, and ground connections during diagnosis to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

Brand and application details are provided for fitment verification. Review the vehicle’s electrical system specifications and part number AC903962 before ordering to ensure correct Volkswagen Beetle starter selection.

This part fits 122 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelNotes
1979VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1979VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1979VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1978VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1978VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1978VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1978VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1977VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1977VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1977VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1977VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1976VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1976VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1976VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1976VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1975VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1975VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1975VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1975VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenThing12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1974VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenThing12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1973VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenCombi12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1972VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenSuper Beetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1971VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1970VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1969VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenCampmobile12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1968VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1967VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1967VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1967VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1967VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1967VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1966VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1966VolkswagenFastback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1966VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1966VolkswagenSquareback12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1966VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1965VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1965VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1965VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1964VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1964VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1964VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1963VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1963VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1963VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1962VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1962VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1962VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1961VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1961VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1961VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1960VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1960VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1960VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1959VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1959VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1959VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1958VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1958VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1958VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1957VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1957VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1957VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1956VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1956VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1956VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1955VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1955VolkswagenKarmann Ghia12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1955VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1954VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1954VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1953VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1953VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1952VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1952VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1951VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1951VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1950VolkswagenBeetle12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1950VolkswagenTransporter12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP
1949VolkswagenStandard12 Volt; 1.4KW 1.9HP; WOSP