71 and 72 squarebacks

square · Post by **square** » Mon Jan 08, 2007 6:31 pm

hey I would like to know if there are and differences in the body pannels or motor parts between a 1971 type 3 squareback and a 1972??
thanks

ecdez · Post by **ecdez** » Tue Jan 09, 2007 9:57 am

Should be all the same.

Air_Cooled_Nut · Post by **Air_Cooled_Nut** » Tue Jan 09, 2007 10:32 am

The simple answer is "No". The complex answer is "Possibly", mostly engine stuff if the car is fuel injected. <que Ray G. to enter, stage right>

square · Post by **square** » Tue Jan 09, 2007 1:58 pm

ok but if i have a 72 and i buy front fenders and a hood from a 71 will the screws and holes be at the same place ??

raygreenwood · Post by **raygreenwood** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 4:16 pm

I have used fenders in the front from both years....but I agree with the previous disclaimer. There were so many subtle differences from year to year. It helps...to measure the distance from the bolt hole closest to the cowling on both vehicles...then the spacing in between the rest of the bolts. Then look closesly at light and other parts.
If memory serves....69 through 71 and most of 72 were about the same except for some lighting details. The late 72..august...it goes to 73. Expeect some possible differences there. Be sure to look at the differences under the gas tank flap. If the boot arrangement is not the same as your car...expect differences elsewhere. Sorry i could not be more help. Ray