The shop
Built for air-cooled.
Nothing else.
Chassis restoration, sheet metal fabrication, and complete builds. VW and Porsche only, out of Orange, CA.
Over 1,100 parts in stock — German OE, EMPI, BUGPACK, Heritage, and parts made in our own shop.
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The Washburn’s Metal Signature Series
Parts designed and curated in-house by the Washburn's Metal team. Built tougher,...
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Engine Parts & Performance
Everything inside and around the air-cooled VW engine. From pistons and cylinders...
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Steering & Components
Precise, predictable steering for your VW or Porsche. Steering boxes, tie rods,...
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Hardware & Fasteners
The small stuff that holds everything together. Correct fasteners, bolts, and hardware...
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Suspension & Components
Tighten up how your Bug, Bus, or Porsche handles. Suspension components for...
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Brakes & Components
Stop as well as you go. Brake drums, calipers, shoes, lines, and...
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Axles & CV Components
Keep the power moving. CV joints, axle shafts, and boots for air-cooled...
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Body Panels & Sheet Metal
OE-fit body panels for air-cooled VW restoration. Fenders, hoods, doors, and more...
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Fuel & Intake Components
Carburetors, fuel pumps, filters, and intake components for air-cooled VWs. Keep it...
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Structural Chassis & Fabrication
Floor pans, frame rails, and structural metal for VW restoration and custom...
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Electrical & Ignition
Spark plugs, ignition coils, distributors, alternators, generators, gauges, instruments, batteries, starters, and...
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VW Bus / Type 2 Parts
Parts purpose-built for the VW Bus — Type 2 specific components for...
Washburn's Originals
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Washburn's Snap-Lock Delrin Shift Bushing | Air-Cooled VW Type 1/2/3, Ghia & Thing | Virgin Delrin (CH01)
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Washburn's Forward Flush Tunnel Cover Kit | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 & Thing | Weld-In Laser-Cut Steel (CH27)
Regular price $85.00 USDRegular priceSale price $85.00 USD -
Washburn Windows Large | VW Beetle Carb Access Panels 11x7.75" | Dual Carb / Big Engine
Regular price $175.00 USDRegular priceSale price $175.00 USD -
Washburn's Flush-Mount Center Tunnel Access Plate Kit | All-Year VW Beetle | Weld-In Clutch Cable Access (CH28)
Regular price $85.00 USDRegular priceSale price $85.00 USD -

Washburn's Delrin Shift Rod Bushing | VW Type 2 Bus (1966-1973) | Virgin Delrin, Made in USA (#BS02)
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Washburn's Non-Flush Tunnel Access Plate Kit | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 & Thing | Bolt-On, No Welding (CH29)
Regular price $60.00 USDRegular priceSale price $60.00 USD -
Washburn's Pop-Out Window Hinge Welding Fixture | VW Split Window Bus (1950-1963) | Weld Jig (BS04)
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Washburn Windows | VW Beetle Standard & Super Engine Bay Access Plates 7.5x6.5" | Single-Carb (BY02)
Regular price $150.00 USDRegular priceSale price $150.00 USD
From the community
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Done right, the first time
"This is a quality shop and they do top notch metal work. They are friendly and professional, and the owner is a good guy, and knows VWs. After dealing with other shops that are overpriced and deliver lack-luster work in the past, I was VERY happy to find a shop that does work correctly, even to my ocd standards, and affordably."
F.B. — VW Beetle restoration
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Always exceeds expectations
"The level of professionalism this shop maintains is renowned and have always been more than willing and helpful with any need I have had. I will, and always will recommend Brian's work to anyone who is looking for honest and quality work."
N.M. — VW chassis build
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Phenomenal experience
"Excellent work and was efficient and communicative. I feel lucky he was willing to take on my major project. The results speak for themselves."
C.C. — Major restoration project






