1973 Volkswagen Thing Project

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This 1973 Volkswagen Thing is a running and driving project that was acquired by the seller in 2025 after being off the road for approximately 41 years. Under current ownership, work has included a repaint in green primer, replacing the soft-top, taillights, carburetor, brakes, and shocks, and installing 15″ steel wheels, drop spindles, a front brush guard, and dual antenna mounts at the rear. Powered by a 1.6-liter flat-four linked to a four-speed manual transaxle, the car also features duckboards and front bucket seats with saddle blanket covers. This Type 181 project is now offered at no re

• Make: Volkswagen
• Model: Thing
• Year: 1973
• Transmission: Four-speed manual transaxle
• Engine: 1.6-Liter Flat-Four
• Drivetrain: RWD
• VIN: 1832575943