Beetle Spare Wheel Tray - 1950-55 - Top Quality

This spare wheel well bottom repair panel is a top-quality reproduction designed specifically for early Volkswagen Beetles built up to March 1955. Formed in heavy-gauge steel, this panel replaces the lower section of the front spare wheel well—an area that commonly suffers from corrosion, battery acid damage, or previous poor repairs on early Beetles.

The spare wheel well is a structural part of the front body assembly, supporting the front valance area and helping maintain correct alignment of the front apron and fuel tank. A weakened or rotten well bottom can affect panel fitment, water drainage, and even front-end rigidity. This replacement panel restores the correct shape, depth, and contour of the original pressing, ensuring a clean and accurate repair that blends seamlessly into surrounding metalwork.

Suitable for all Beetles produced up to 03/55, including Split Window and early Oval models, this panel fits directly into the lower wheel well and is designed for welding into place. It features the correct early-style stamping and dimensions, making it ideal for both concours-level restorations and solid, long-lasting repairs.

To complete the job, you may also require:

• Spare wheel well side panels (if corrosion extends upward)

• Front valance/apron repair panels

• Fuel tank support brackets

• Weld-through primer and seam sealer

Using this high-quality repair section ensures the structural integrity of your early Beetle front end is properly restored, ready for paint, interior refitting, and long-term preservation.