# Bilstein 24-181488 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber for 1950-1973 Volkswagen Beetle and More ### Performance Overview Bilstein 4600 Series Shocks and Struts will work to get your vehicle to perform at its full potential without making any compromises with ride comfort and stability! The shocks and struts guarantee to deliver superior control compared with other conventional alternatives, achieved through the use of unique and innovative designs and the use of special dampening technology! ### Key Features - 4600 Series Shock Absorber ### Vehicle Fitment - 1950 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1951 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1952 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1953 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1954 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1955 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1956 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) - 1957 Volkswagen Beetle (Note: Base, Deluxe) ### FAQ **Will this fit my vehicle?** Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the compatibility list above before purchase. **What part number is this?** The listed part number is 24-181488. **Is this product designed for direct replacement?** Yes. This product is intended to match compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment section. **Should I confirm fitment before ordering?** Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment chart before ordering. ### Common Searches - 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber for Volkswagen Beetle - 24-181488 fitment - Bilstein 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber - 1950 Volkswagen Beetle 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber ### Vehicle Fitment Table Year Make Model Position Fitment Precision Note 1950 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1951 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1952 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1953 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1954 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1955 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1956 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1957 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1958 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1959 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1960 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1961 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1963 Volkswagen Beetle Base, Deluxe 1964 Volkswagen Beetle Base 1965 Volkswagen Beetle Base 1966 Volkswagen Beetle Base 1967 Volkswagen Beetle Base 1956 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1957 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1958 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1960 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1962 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1966 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1967 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1968 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1969 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1970 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1971 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1972 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1973 Volkswagen Squareback Base 1955 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1956 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1957 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1958 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1959 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1960 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1961 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1962 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1963 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1964 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1965 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1966 Volkswagen Transporter Base 1967 Volkswagen Transporter Base ## Details - **Price:** 163.72 CAD - **Vendor:** Bilstein - **Type:** 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber - **Tags:** 1950 Volkswagen Beetle, 1951 Volkswagen Beetle, 1952 Volkswagen Beetle, 1953 Volkswagen Beetle, 1954 Volkswagen Beetle, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle, 1955 Volkswagen Transporter, 1956 Volkswagen Beetle, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1956 Volkswagen Transporter, 1957 Volkswagen Beetle, 1957 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1957 Volkswagen Transporter, 1958 Volkswagen Beetle, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1958 Volkswagen Transporter, 1959 Volkswagen Beetle, 1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1959 Volkswagen Transporter, 1960 Volkswagen Beetle, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1960 Volkswagen Transporter, 1961 Volkswagen Beetle, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1961 Volkswagen Transporter, 1962 Volkswagen Beetle, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1962 Volkswagen Transporter, 1963 Volkswagen Beetle, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1963 Volkswagen Transporter, 1964 Volkswagen Beetle, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1964 Volkswagen Transporter, 1965 Volkswagen Beetle, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1965 Volkswagen Transporter, 1966 Volkswagen Beetle, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1966 Volkswagen Squareback, 1966 Volkswagen Transporter, 1967 Volkswagen Beetle, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1967 Volkswagen Squareback, 1967 Volkswagen Transporter, 1968 Volkswagen Squareback, 1969 Volkswagen Squareback, 1970 Volkswagen Squareback, 1971 Volkswagen Squareback, 1972 Volkswagen Squareback, 1973 Volkswagen Squareback, 24-181488, 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber, Automotive Parts, Bilstein, Bilstein Suspension, Direct Replacement, Monotube Shock, Performance Suspension, Shock Absorber ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 163.72 CAD | In stock | ## Images - Bilstein 24-181488 4600 Series 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber for 1950-1973 Volkswagen Beetle and More --- > Source: [Standard Auto Part](https://www.standardautopart.com/products/bilstein-volkswagen-beetle-shock-absorber-24-181488) > Updated: 2026-07-16