Type 3 vs Type 1

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motor_head
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Type 3 vs Type 1

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So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of a Type 3 vs. a Type 1?
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Marc
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Re: Type 3 vs Type 1

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Type III is bigger, heavier, rides nicer...but many parts are extremely hard to find. IMO the biggest issue is the front suspension - whereas Beetles remained in production in Mexico & Brazil until recently, Type IIIs haven't been made for 37 years, and far fewer of them were sold so both new and used parts are in short supply.
http://shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=124108
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