1973 VW THING - $19,500
Very, very clean Thing with no rust!
Professional quality new Orange paint
Rebuilt 1600cc engine with less than 2200 miles on it
4 speed transmission
New wiring
New All Terrain tires
LED headlights
Odometer was most likely replaced, but that is what previous owner stated as mileage

Located in Canon City, Colorado (convenient to Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo)

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1973 w/ Rebuilt 1600cc in Cañon City, CO

Approximately 400 of the 1974 Volkswagen Thing Acapulco edition were produced. They are distinguished by their blue-and-white color schemes, featuring striped tops and unique interior, designed to emulate beach taxis. 


This 1974 Volkswagen Thing Acapulco Edition spent time in long-term storage in Arizona, before it was purchased by the seller in California. The entire car was refinished. Taken down to the pan and build back up to its current completely restored  to show room condition as it appeared it 1974. Finished in original colors of white and blue over white and blue striped, the car is powered by a the original fully rebuilt 1.6-liter flat-four mated to a four-speed manual transaxle. Equipment includes a striped surrey top as well as a single downdraft carburetor, drum brakes, 14" steel wheels, removable doors. This Acapulco Edition shows 38k miles and a clean California title with current regristration in the seller's name.

The car is finished in white with a blue hood, bumpers, and accents. Features include a replacement white and blue Surrey top and frame as well as fender-mounted front turn signals, a fold-down windshield, dual side mirrors, removable doors, running boards, and rear bumperettes. 


Original Silver 5 star 14" steel wheels and are mounted with new 195/70R14 tires. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel drums. The front bucket seats and split-folding rear bench were retrimmed repolstered to new in white and blue striped cloth. The four-spoke steering wheel features a Wolfsburg crest and a uncut dash. All new interior with duckboards front and rear.

This VW needs nothing and is impressive. For a listing price of $30K

1974 Volkswagen Thing Acapulco Edition

Lexington, ky 1973 vw thing. 
Vehicle is in excellent condition has been garage kept its whole life and never driven in the rain. Does have dual carbs and a lot of extras for shows. Has just over 43,000 miles. Asking $30,000 but negotiable to right seller. Please no low ball offers. Thanks

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73 VW THING. New Bikini top brakes and carburetor. Doors and windows included

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It’s in great condition need throttle Cable installed I have throttle cable runs great

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1974 VWThing
73,629 miles
All original
Second owner
Garage kept
NEW: Fuel Tank, Battery, Coil, Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Rear Suspension Brushing, Brake Master Cylinder, Wheel Cylinders, new tires and Oil Change. I have all four windows. Runs great.

1974 VW THING

1973 Volkswagen Thing type 181
•has title, starts up and drives but needs new tires
•No top•
•surface rust
•rear passenger side damage
•needs electrical work as the taillights and turn signals do not work but the headlights do
•comes with loads of original Vw parts including light housing
-this vw wont win any car shows but it has great bones and needs somone interested to get it back on the road. car is 80% complete


1973 vw thing 

VW Thing - Resto German Military Version - So Nice

This is a 1978 German Military Type 181 (registered as 1975) in Tornado Red (an 7.5/10).

It was imported from Germany in the early 2000s and restored.

These have the special Euro only taillights (unlike the canned ham type in the US.) It has no size vent ports so it looks like a 1973 in the US. Also has the rotary headlight switch. And oil temp and pressure gauges.

Top, frame, interior and upholstery are in excellent and are all near perfect. Most of the chrome is great but some is starting to show some bits of wear but it's not too late.

Custom 5 point roll bar and custom seatbelts.

Has a new 1837cc engine with under 5000 miles on it. Perfect dual exhaust mufflers exiting the rear bumpers..

Even has customized speedo.

Has working Eberspacher motor fully restored and running with all parts and ports.

Lots of accessories including glover compartment cover, all 4 door panel covers, center console. EMPI Hurst Style Shifter with custom red 8-ball knob.

All side curtains are perfect and snap into place. They come with a set of custom windows cozies.

Spare tire and tire cover. Tires are OG, but they are okay.

And an under the dash wicker shelf. Original jack and tools. Manuals. Also, will come with a car cover.

There is also a ton of spare NOS, OEM and used parts and accessories and practically a whole extra Eberspacher heater. And a deep oil sump.

The works.

You will be an instant VW Thing guru in a box and you will turn heads and gave tons of waves and attention every time you drive it.

This is a nice ride that needs a new forever home.

Buyer pays transfer fees if applicable.

Recently fully tuned and electrics checked out by my local mechanic.

Make me a serious offer.

Local pickup only.

VW Thing - Resto German Military Version - So Nice

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