Stretching and snapping are a common failure with emergency brake cables. Don't allow yours to go unrepaired because you never know when you may need them and you certainly don't want them to brake while parked on a incline. 2 Require per car Sold Each Beetle Type 1: 68-77 Ghia: 1968 Length: 1773mm 69.8 inchesEmergency Brake Cable for Beetle 68-72 SB 71-72 1720mm