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I think the difference between the two is the general shape. The border flare curves outboard at the edge of the arch while the bulge flare "hugs" the tire and points back down at the edge. Someone please correct me if this is not correct. Personally I like the look of the bulged flare; the border flare is to 70's for my taste. I never did like metal flake paint on a bug anyway.

The Hoffman fenders look nice but they don't offer many choices for width in the bulge flare. Plus they are 290 Euros plus shipping, a little bit pricey. Does anyone have sources for bulged flare fenders in the US? Most sites I've seen don't distinguish between the two styles and definately do not want the disco/lowrider look.