The Volkswagen Beetle, with a production life of over half of a century, is the best selling vehicle of all time. While most of the classic Beetles feature an air cooled engine, with the recent redesign of the Beetle, Volkswagen’s designers installed a water cooling system. The heart of the modern cooling system is the Volkswagen Beetle’s radiator.

The radiator is of the standard design of thin metal tubing coiled throughout a hardened plastic skeleton. The tubes have radiating fins attached that actually shed the heat into the surrounding atmosphere.

While German vehicles are well known for their reliability, Volkswagen cooling systems have traditionally been somewhat of a troublesome area. The modern Beetle has not inherited VW’s traditional cooling difficulties. If the Volkswagen Beetle radiator is maintained and not damaged by road hazards or accidents, it should last a long time. The cooling system needs to have thermostats, water pumps, and hoses replaced, but the simplest and most effective way to keep the radiator in good shape is to regularly replace the coolant. You should change your coolant at least every two years, and refill it with a mix of antifreeze and distilled water only. Regular water can contain minerals that can precipitate out of the solution, creating clogs and blockages within the system, seriously impacting the radiator’s functionality. You should also check the radiator for leaks and damage, and keep it free of any leaves or papers that may stick to it and disrupt the critical airflow. If your radiator is damaged or leaking, you should replace it as soon as possible. If your car overheats, it can lead to severe, if not fatal, engine damage.You can order a genuine Volkswagen Beetle radiator today and have it shipped directly to your door, using our convenient 24/7 online catalogue.