The auto stick transmission you are speaking of still shifts like a manual. The gears are moved around slightly so check your ash tray for the shifting patern. start the vehicle in neutral with your foot on the brake slide the shifter into low and let go of the shifter. when you release you should feel the clutch slightly engage. Release the brake and slowly step on the gas and your off. You can shift into the higher gears simply by letting off the gas and moving the shifter to the desired point.
The 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle typically comes with a four-speed manual transmission or an optional three-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmission is a Type 1 transmission, which is well-known for its durability and simplicity. Some models may also have a later version of the automatic transmission known as the "TorqueFlite" or "VW Automatic." Overall, the choice between these transmissions depends on the specific configuration of the vehicle.
It needs an IRS Bug transmission. Any Bug from 1969 until end of production will have the right transmission in it.
There is no drive shaft to speak of in a Beetle. The Axle is part of the Transmission so the engine bolts directly to the transmission/axle. I don't know if you can tow an Automatic. It's ok to tow a manual bug. Just make sure it's out of gear.
It's on the front of the transmission. VW Joe! Have a Great Day
The biggest difference is the 74 has energy absorbing bumpers that the 73 is lacking.
Someone put one on it.
between the rear wheels
1974 was the first year of energy absorbing Beetle bumpers. You can't use earlier bumpers on 1974s.
Mine didn't have any.
NO
check jbugs.com
Yes it has a choke, it's automatic so you don't need to do anything with it to start the engine.