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EMPI 00-4499-0 EMPI VW Polished Aluminum T-Handle Shifter, Tall 12' O.A.L.

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$76.40

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About this item

  • Push Button Reverse Handle
  • Short Shift Pattern


Empi 4499 Tall Aluminum T-Handle Shifter For Classic Air-cooled Volkswagens. Polished Aluminum With Reverse Lock Out Push Button. Reduced Throw Movement Allows Quick And Smooth Shifts. Reverse Lock Out Button Reduces Risk Of Accidental Reverse Mis-shifts. Black Powder Coated Base With Rubber Shift Boot Make This A Great Shifter. Overall Height 12" Commonly Used In Type 1 Vw Bug Sedans, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 Squareback, Fastback, Notchback, Vw Thing, Sandrails, Dune Buggies, Manx Buggies.


CJ503
July 15, 2025
Put the Fahrvergnügen back in your V-Dub. Beyond simple install, VASTLY superior to stock, fun to drive.
David J. Denna
July 11, 2025
I am doing a pan off restoration to my 69 VW Beetle. I wanted an upgrade on the shifter and chose this one. Looks great and works perfectly. I like pushing the button on the side of the T-handle to shift into reverse instead of having to push down on the stock shifter to shift. Shorter throw and a more precise shift pattern. Great product.
Ivana Hoyt
July 9, 2025
I cannot figure out why all the other reviews are good. This product does not work.74 standard beetle. This shifter will not go into 1st without pushing the button. The plate does not allow it to engage over far enough..I will say the tightness is awesome though..🤷🏻‍♂️
Hector S.
May 19, 2025
Item arrived as described, New and in perfect condition.It took me less than 30 minutes to install it and a little over 45 minutes to adjust the gears.I will buy from this company again for sure!!
Diane
February 7, 2025
Worked very well as expected
Kelly pendergrass
February 3, 2025
ive had these in the past with no problems. however this one the button for reverse falls out of handle when engaged into reverse. a bit annoying. but also for the price I didn't expect greatness. ive figured out why it falls out. but haven't figured out yet how to remedy the issue. otherwise it looks good. easy install.
Daniel Briceño
January 27, 2025
good product
Rusty Shackelford
January 26, 2025
No more mis shifts and the throw is great. its super stiff and precise. DID NOT COME WITH BOLTS. but had some turbo studs that fit perfect. TOOK 5 MIN TO PUT IN Reverse is locked completely until you press the button. its not as awkward as i imagined it would be at all, love this thing.
Antonio Ortega
December 14, 2024
Es un excelente producto, me encantó demaciado, eliminé por completo el juego que le quedaba por palanca desgastada
alejandro
November 24, 2024
Van 20 días o más y no he recibido el reembolso por el producto que llegó abierto