1974 was the first year of energy absorbing Beetle bumpers. You can't use earlier bumpers on 1974s.
Mexican spec.
The biggest difference is the 74 has energy absorbing bumpers that the 73 is lacking.
between the rear wheels
Someone put one on it.
check jbugs.com
NO
Mine didn't have any.
Machine 7 or Just aircooled
correct it will fit. be sure to take lots of pictures before you pull all of the wires off. so you have a diagram of where they go after.
There are two versions of the Super Beetle, one made in 1971 and 1972, the other in 1973, 1974 and 1975. All of them have a louvered front apron (the piece of sheetmetal below the trunk lid, behind the front bumper) and the spare tire lays flat in the trunk. All Standard Beetles had the front tire standing up in front of the gas tank. The 1973-75 Supers also have a curved windshield.
Call a locksmith he can make you one on the spot.
Replace the flasher relay if the lights come on but do not flash.