1998-2010 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE UTE KIT: THE FINAL PUBLIC RUN
 
The ultimate head-turner. The Smyth Beetle Ute takes one of the most iconic silhouettes on the road and turns it into a totally unique, fully functional mini-truck. Whether you're building a beach cruiser, a high-performance Turbo S, or a TDI daily driver, there is absolutely nothing else like it on the street. It’s a fun, straightforward build that guarantees a conversation at every single gas pump.
 
THE SMYTH BUILDER'S GUARANTEE:
Free Freight Shipping: No hidden pallet fees or surprise freight charges. The price you see is the price to get it to your driveway.
The Flexible Donor Guarantee: Still hunting for the perfect TDI or 1.8T Beetle on Marketplace? Secure your production slot today to beat the cutoff. You can swap your kit choice to any other donor platform up to two weeks before we crate it.
 
LIFETIME SUPPORT & THE INNER CIRCLE: We are shifting gears to focus on custom builds and our all-new teardrops. If you buy this Beetle kit today, you are officially a Smyth Builder. You will always have our backing—including lifetime access to tech advice and replacement parts.
 
Want to buy kits in the future? The only way to retain the ability to order kits after public sales close is to join the 2-Kit Inner Circle.
First-time builder? You will need to secure our 2-Kit Bundle to grandfather yourself in for life.
Already built a Smyth Ute? Grabbing this single Beetle kit today hits your two-kit threshold and permanently locks in your lifetime access to the vault.
 
WHAT'S IN THE CRATE:
Complete, bolt-on structural aluminum bed assembly
Custom fiberglass rear quarter panels and tailgate
Custom rear glass and fiberglass window surround
Tail light harnesses, brackets, and all required hardware
 
Public retail slots are in the single digits, and when the vault shuts this time, it’s for good. Grab your spot, find your Beetle, and get back to turning wrenches and building cool machines.