1000 produced during 1972 to commemorate Baja off-road race successes from 1967-1971. A European 'Marathon' 1302 Super Beetle (Marathon Blue Metallic - silver/blue, 96M - and Marathon wheels) with dealer installed overriders, 'Baja' side stripes, 'Baja Bug' logo on engine cover, plaque on glove box lid and optional Bosch halogen driving lamps.

Car featured full American specification, leatherette bucket
(high back) seats, full carpeting, two-speed fan powered ventilation, rear window defogger, day/night (anti-dazzle) mirror, glove compartment lock and vanity mirror.