VW Beetle A5 Clear Black Venom Custom Taillights 2013-2016

Description

VW Beetle Custom Tail Lights for 2013-2016 A5 (Typ 1C / 5C)

VW Beetle custom tail lights handcrafted in a sleek Clear Black Venom style with crystal-clear lens. Upgrade your 2013-2016 Volkswagen Beetle A5 (3rd generation, Typ 1C / 5C) with these clear lens, black border taillights. Each set of VW Beetle custom tail lights is meticulously built from genuine OEM used cores, then upgraded to an aggressive Venom style. Our VW Beetle custom tail lights are trusted by VW enthusiasts worldwide.

Why Choose Our VW Beetle Custom Tail Lights

• 100% Plug & Play – Direct fit, no wiring or coding required
• OEM Cores – Built on original used OEM taillight housings, no aftermarket shells
• Clear Black Venom Style – Clear lens with black border for a unique look
• Factory Seal Quality – Handcrafted with professional-grade sealant, no moisture or fogging
• Sequential Turn Signal Ready – Compatible with factory sequential turn signal module
• 1-Year Warranty – Covers manufacturing defects only.

Compatibility

These custom taillights are designed to fit:

• 2013-2016 Volkswagen Beetle A5 (3rd generation, Typ 1C / 5C)
• Models: Beetle 1.8T, 2.0T, 2.5L, TDI, R-Line, Dune
• Body styles: Coupe and Convertible
• Note: Does NOT fit New Beetle A4 (1998-2010, Typ 1C / 1Y) models
• Note: Does NOT fit Beetle A5 facelift (2016-2019) — taillights are different

Installation

Our VW Beetle custom tail lights are designed for hassle-free installation. Simply remove your factory tail lights, connect the harness, and secure in place. No cutting, splicing, or coding required — a true direct bolt-on upgrade. Most customers complete the install in under 60 minutes.

Quality Promise

Each pair of VW Beetle custom tail lights is hand-assembled by experienced craftsmen using only original OEM taillight cores sourced from low-mileage vehicles. Every unit is sealed with professional-grade sealant, water-tested, and inspected before shipping.

Important Note — Please Read Before Purchase: Each set of VW Beetle custom tail lights is handcrafted from genuine USED OEM taillight cores (not new aftermarket shells, not replicas). Because every used core starts with different wear patterns, age-related micro-scratches, slight color variations, and minor cosmetic differences from years of prior use, no two sets are exactly identical. Slight variations in housing tone, internal finish, surface patina, or material aging are inherent to the handmade, used-core nature of our product — these are not quality defects and not grounds for return or refund. We pre-inspect every core, seal every unit, and guarantee function on every set of VW Beetle custom tail lights we ship.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Will these fix the moisture problem (TSB V941402)?

Yes. VW issued Technical Service Bulletin TSB V941402 specifically for moisture intrusion in 2013-2016 Beetle A5 taillights. Our solution goes beyond a temporary patch: each set we ship is completely disassembled, hand-sealed with professional-grade sealant, and water-tested before leaving our workshop. This eliminates the moisture ingress and fogging that TSB V941402 was issued to address, giving you a long-lasting, leak-free install.

Will these fit both Coupe and Convertible?

Yes — the Beetle A5 Coupe and Convertible share the same taillight shape and mounting points. Whether your Beetle A5 is the fixed-roof Coupe or the soft-top Convertible, the taillights are physically identical and bolt up the same way. You do not need to specify your body style — the part is universal for the 2013-2016 A5 model range.

Will these trigger VW CAN-BUS error codes?

No. VW CAN-BUS is sensitive to bulb resistance changes — this is a real fear in the VW modification community. Our taillights use OEM-spec connectors and exact OEM resistance values, so they are fully CAN-BUS compatible with no coding required. You will see no bulb-out warnings, no error codes, no dashboard messages. The taillights communicate with your Beetle’s body control module just like the original units, so no VCDS coding, no module programming needed.

Can I install these myself?

Yes — this is a 100% DIY-friendly install. Most Beetle owners with basic hand tools complete the install in 30-60 minutes per side. Tools needed: Torx T20 screwdriver, a flat trim removal tool, and patience. No wire cutting, no splicing, no soldering, no VCDS coding. Simply unbolt the factory taillights, disconnect the OEM connector, plug in the new Venom-style taillights using the same connector, and bolt back in. A step-by-step video walkthrough is widely available on YouTube for the Beetle A5 taillight swap.