1973 Volkswagen 181 Thing

VIN: 1832421055

$22,000

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1973 Volkswagen 181 Thing

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Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1832421055

  • Body style

    Convertible

  • Odometer

    34733 m

  • Transmission type

    N/R

  • Interior Color

    Black vinyl

  • Exterior Color

    White

  • Generation

    1971-1975 Volkswagen Type 181 Thing

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Hub caps, wood shift knob.

Condition

#3 Good

Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.

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Represented as original. The paint is mostly quite well kept for the age, although it's coming off around the hinges and screws, with surface rust poking through. Good, probably newer top. Grimy, dirty engine bay and lightly oxidized underbody. Big scratch on the left rear hubcap. Newer seats, but otherwise decent original interior. A good 181 for somebody who wants one to drive and enjoy, but pretty rough around the edges and with sufficient work here and there not to qualify as "unrestored".

Market commentary

While you can commend this Thing for its originality, it's not exactly well preserved, and this price could ordinarily buy you a restored one, which would frankly be a more sensible purchase. For one with these needs, this is expensive.

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