yes, its should work in a '73
Under the back seat on the other side from the battery.
Because the ignition is powered directly from the battery. The Gen/Alt only feeds the battery.
decode vin 1973 Volkswagen beetle
On my 71 beetle the battery is located under the backseat.
under the rear seat behind the top of the battery you will see a hplder for the jack.
what is the cost to replace a battery in a volkswagen beetle 2002
What year of beetle that make's a difference.
1973 standard and super beetle
10w30 same as a 73 standard beetle
approx. $1,400
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