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May 21st 2006, 12:19
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questions about super beetle
I've sold my type 3 squareback and I'm looking at getting one to do a German Looker.
My question is about the windshield. I've seen some supers where the windshield is flat and some that are curved. Some even look more curved than others. Or are all curved windshields the same and it just looks more curved. What year would be the best one to get to have the most curve in the windshield? any information is greatly apperciated. Thanks 
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May 21st 2006, 13:06
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By model year, flat-screened Supers were 1971-72. The curved windscreened Supers (1973-75 sedan, 1973-79 convertible) were all the same except the convertible's are reported to be thicker.
Are you planning to incorporate a curved windshield into a Squareback? If so, WOW! You definitely have to keep us updated on that. 
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May 21st 2006, 21:22
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But a curved window in a squareback would be something to see. Is there any specific year I should look for.
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May 22nd 2006, 03:22
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alt+f4 is correct in what makes an early '73 stand out from its curved windshield cousins.
Some people prefer the '75 because it has rack and pinion steering. Interestingly, the Supers with r&p have a slightly worse turning radius than the steering box Supers. Any of the identifying differences can be addressed after purchasing the car. It is easier to change the fenders, bumpers, struts and the anscillary parts if necessary than to convert a steering box Super to a r&p one. But that can be done, too. So, early '73 or '75 are the two best choices. You have to determine what is better for you.
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