SCORE [1] Class 5-1600 is open wheel limited Baja Bug class that competes in the SCORE off-road race series races including the Baja 1000, Baja 500, Baja Sur 500, San Felipe 250, and the SCORE Desert Challenge.
Vehicle must be a VW Sedan Type 1 Hardtop or sunroof as delivered from the factory. Vehicle must have the external appearance of a "Baja Bug".
No Convertibles, Super Beetles, 181 Safari, [2] Porsche 900 series, [3] or Karmann Ghia [4] are included in this class.
Engine must utilize Volkswagen series type 1, 1600cc, US model sedan components and dimensions. Displacement is limited to 1600cc.
Front suspension must be either Volkswagen Type 1, [5] 181 ball joint or link pin only. Rear suspension is based on Volkswagen Type 1 independent rear suspension or swing axle.
Vehicles must have an external appearance of a Baja Bug. Original wheelbase must be maintained.
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