How to Read a VW Part Number:

The first set of numbers of a Volkswagen Part Number identify the Model of VW the part fits.

The second set of numbers is for the Group Number or area of vehicle.

The last three digits are the actual part number identifier. All VW part numbers are organized from the middle group first, then to the last three digits and then finally to the vehicle identifier group. 

Part Number Example: 113-105-701

113 indicates a part fitting a Beetle, Ghia or Thing.

First Set:

111, 113, 131 & 311           Beetle, Ghia, Thing

133                                     Super Beetle

211                                     Type 2, Bus All Years

021                                     Type 2, Bus 1972-1979 only

251, 025                             Vanagon

311                                     Type 3, Squareback

411                                     Type 4, 412

171                                     Rabbit, Jetta

Part Number Example: 113-105-701

105 indicates a part fitting the engine, clutch area of a Beetle, Ghia or Thing

100                                    Engine, Clutch

200                                    Exhaust, Fuel Tanks

300                                    Transmission

400                                    Front Suspension, Steering

500                                    Rear Suspension

600                                    Brakes

700                                    Cables

800                                    Body Parts

900                                    Electrical, Misc.

Part Number Example: 113-105-701

701 is the actual VW part number for that specific Model and Area of Vehicle.