111-857-131 VW Beetle Round Glove Box Lock & Latch (1952-1967)

VW Round Glove Box Lock & Latch – 111-857-131

The 111-857-131 is the classic round push-button latch found on the dashboard of vintage air-cooled Volkswagens. This component is essential for keeping your glove box door flush and secure, preventing the common "drop-open" issue caused by worn-out internal springs or rounded-off catch mechanisms. Designed with a period-correct chrome finish, it serves as a functional centerpiece for 1950s and 60s VW dashboards.

This latch is available in two primary configurations: the standard non-locking push button and the locking version (111-857-131L), which includes a set of keys. The locking version is a highly recommended upgrade for Convertible owners, providing an extra layer of security for registration papers and small valuables when the top is down. Both styles are direct replacements for the factory unit and require no dashboard modification for installation.

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility This round-style latch fits the following models with the early-style dash:

VW Beetle (Standard):

• 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967

VW Karmann Ghia:

• 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967

VW Type 3:

• 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967

Product Highlights & Features

• Chrome Plated Finish: High-quality mirror finish to match original factory dash trim and knobs.

• Positive Click Action: Restores the crisp, mechanical "pop" and secure closure of the glove box door.

• Security Options: Available as a locking assembly with keys for added theft protection.

• Universal Round Design: The correct 1952–1967 aesthetic, distinct from the later rectangular squeeze-style latches.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 111-857-131 (Non-locking) / 111-857-131L (Locking)

• Material: Die-Cast Metal with Chrome Plating

• Style: Round Push-Button

• Installation: Threaded Nut / Retaining Ring Mount

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• Check the Finger Pull: If your car is missing the small metal Finger Pull Tab that sits behind the latch, it is best to install it at the same time to avoid scratching the glove box paint when opening the door.

• Adjustment: If the latch doesn't grab, check the alignment of the Catch Bracket on the glove box liner. You can often slightly bend the stationary metal tab to ensure a tighter fit.

• Lubrication: A small drop of dry graphite lubricant inside the keyway or push-button mechanism will keep the action smooth and prevent the button from sticking in the depressed position.

• Glove Box Stops: Always inspect your Rubber Glove Box Door Stops when replacing the latch. If these are missing, the door will sit too deep in the dash, putting unnecessary strain on the latch mechanism.

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