1,904cc-Powered 1973 Volkswagen Thing

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This 1973 Volkswagen Thing was acquired by the seller in 2011 and subsequently underwent a cosmetic refurbishment completed the following year that included a repaint in purple, replacing the black soft top, and reupholstering the interior in black and purple vinyl. A 1,904cc flat four was installed in 2019, and the four-speed manual transaxle was rebuilt in 2024. Additional features include 15″ five-spoke Empi wheels, a black bimini-style top, rear air intakes, tubular side steps, a roll cage, duckboard flooring, and a Tri-Mil exhaust system. This Type 181 is now offered at no reserve with th

• Make: Volkswagen
• Model: Thing
• Year: 1973
• Transmission: Four-speed manual transaxle
• Engine: 1904cc Flat-Four
• Drivetrain: RWD
• VIN: 1832842064