Type 3

Volkswagen Type 3
1965 Type 3 1500 Notchback
Overview
Manufacturer	Volkswagen
Also called	Volkswagen 1500 Volkswagen 1600 Volkswagen 1600TL (Fastback)
Production	1961-1973 2,542,382 built
Assembly	Germany - Wolfsburg, Emden Brazil - São Bernardo do Campo Australia - Clayton South Africa - Uitenhage
Body and chassis
Body style	2-door notchback coupé 2-door fastback coupé 2-door squareback 2-door sedan delivery 4-door notchback and fastback sedans (Brazil)
Layout	RR layout
Variants	1500 1600 Type 3 Karmann Ghia (Type 34)
Derivatives	Karmann Ghia TC (VW do Brasil) Volkswagen SP2 (VW do Brasil)
Powertrain
Engine	1500 cc Type 3 H4 (1961-1965) 1600 cc Type 3 H4 (1966-1973)
Transmission	4-speed manual 3-speed semi-automatic Autostick 3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,400 mm (94.5 in)
Length	4,225 mm (166.3 in)
Width	1,605 mm (63.2 in)
Height	1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Curb weight	880 kg (1,940 lb)