1974 Volkswagen Thing

Convertible

4 - Cyl.

Manual

1342221236

Gasoline

1974 Volkswagen Type 181 Thing Mostly Restored & Modified + Accessories & Spare Parts Everything included is in good to excellent condition. This vehicle has been almost completely restored, with the exception of some minor bodywork and a new paint job, and has been modified to improve safety, entertainment, security, operation, and appearance. Accessories and spare parts are also included as part of a package deal. This vehicle package is being sold AS IS, and no other warranties exist for it, apart from a manufacturer's warranty on the alternator. Picture Dates & Times The dates and times embedded in the pictures are not all accurate. However, all of the pictures were taken between the 23rd and the 28th of October 2010. The state of everything pictured remains as it is pictured, except for a few more miles having been recorded by the odometer. Towed Mileage This vehicle has been towed cross-country approximately 5,000 mi., which is included in the “mileage” figure. Alternator Warranty The alternator is under warranty through the manufacturer, Bosch, until September 2011. The mechanics’ garage receipt for the part’s installation is required for the warranty and will be provided to the buyer. Vehicle History I have owned this vehicle since 2007. Since I’ve owned it, the vehicle has not been involved in any accidents. It was only minorly damaged otherwise, and these damages were completely repaired. The already loose passenger's side intake duct detached when someone sat on it, but was reattached with new rivets. The tailpipes were bent, one pipe detached, and the muffler was severely dented when someone stood on the pipes, but the whole assembly was replaced with new parts, though the new muffler was dented before installation. No other damages were incurred by the vehicle during my ownership. I have records of all servicing, restoration, modifications, and repairs that have been performed on this vehicle since I have owned it and will provide them to the buyer. The previous owner was my father, who bought it in 1982, so this vehicle has been family-owned for 28 years. While my father owned it, my brother collided the vehicle into a power pole guide wire on the passenger’s side of the front end. Bodywork and repainting was done on the front apron and hood, and the vehicle frame remains slightly bent. I know of no other accidents the vehicle was involved in during my father’s ownership of it. There were two owners of the vehicle prior to my father, but all that is known about their ownerships is that the first owner mainly kept the vehicle parked at his vacation home and the second owner owned the vehicle very briefly. Paint Job The current paint-job consists of an old, professionally repainted coat touched-up by myself three years ago and last week to protect exposed metal and cover primer-only-covered areas. The resulting overall paint-job consists of three shades of green, giving the vehicle, as some have described it, a “camouflaged” appearance. Replacements Odometer / Speedometer / Fuel Gauge Unit ***Odometer Reading INACCURATE Both Floor Pans Ignition Switch Entire Fuel System Convertible Top Rearview Mirror Hazard Lights Knob Both Tail Light Assemblies Black Vinyl Upholstery On All Seats Heater Box Horn Hand Brake / Heater Adjustment Levers Boot Modifications Frame-Secured Roll Bar Installed Front Seats Replaced With High-Backed VW Beetle Seats (Reupholstered Along With Original Rear Seats) Fire Extinguisher Mounted On Floorboard Beside Driver’s Seat Clarion M255 Water-Resistant CD Player / Stereo With Detachable Faceplate, Side-Mounted Antenna, & Front & Rear Sound Bars With a Total Of 4 Pyle Speakers Installed Stereo Panel & Locking Glove Box Door Installed (Providing Security To Glove Box & Bonnet) Generator Replaced With 14V 60A Alternator (Warranty Valid Until September 2011) Electronic Ignition System Installed Extra Engine Oil Line Installed (Adding Approximately 1 qt. To Total Oil Capacity) Both Side Mirrors Replaced With Door Hinge-Mounting Mirrors Battery Moved To Passenger’s Side Of Engine Bay ***Positive & Negative Cables Reversed Due To Length In-Line Fuel Filter Installed Wiper Arms Modified To Fit Modern VW Beetle Wiper Blades Sun Visors Replaced With Custom-Made Visors Rear Fenders Flared & Wheels Replaced With 15” Wheels Headlight Switch Replaced With VW Karmen Ghia Unit Muffler & Tail Pipes Replaced With Volkswagen Under-Bumper Assembly Accessories Front Bumper-Mounting Towing Assembly (Fits 2” Tow Ball) 20 oz. Gasoline Canister 14” Spare Wheel Basic Tool Set + Tool Chest Vehicle Service Manual + Makeshift Case CD Player / Stereo Faceplate Case Jumper Cables + Case 2 Jack Sets Tire Iron CD Player / Stereo Owner’s Manual Convertible Top Frame Covers Pair Of Stereo Removal Instruments Collapsible Road Hazard Sign + Case Storage Bin + Lid Spare Parts Fan Belt 5 Various Replacement Lamps 3 In-Line Fuel Filters 4 Fuses (Not Pictured) Vehicle Issues: Steering: Pulls Slightly To the Right Windshield Wipers: High-Speed Setting Does Not Work Motor Rubber Boot: Torn Windshield: Dime-Size Chip On Driver’s Side Both Outer Rocker Panels: Rust Holes In Front Of Rear Fenders (Both Pictured) Convertible Top: Rear Window: Slightly Scuffed Several Small Tears Frame Alignment Straps: None Sags Slightly Over Front Passenger’s Seat Side Curtains: Plastic Window Panes: Slightly Scuffed Torn Loose From Frames In Some Areas Vinyl Coverings Of Frames: Torn Away On Some Corners Passenger’s Side Sun Visor: Loose On Frame Windshield Washer System: Does Not Work (Line Cut) Stereo: Sometimes Interrupted When Running Lights / Headlights Are Turned On Or Brakes Are Engaged (Because Brake Lights Light) Rear Seat Bench: 1 Square-Foot Green Paint Over-Spray Stain On Middle Driver’s Side Kick Plate: None Front Turn Signals: Lenses Are Very Cracked Driver’s Side Tail Light: Glued Crack On Top Of Lens Hand Brake / Heater Adjustment Lever Boot: Torn Passenger’s Side Rear Seatbelt “Male” Connector: Rusted Muffler: Dent On Passenger's Side Driver's Seat Headrest: Warped Bill of Sale A Bill of Sale will be issued for this vehicle with my signature, the seller’s, notarized, in accordance with Alabama law. Potential Tow-It-Yourself Option This vehicle can be connected to a 2” tow-ball using the included towing assembly for pickup, and I would gladly help you hook-up for towing. VIN *Vehicles built prior to 1981 are not required by federal law to have a vehicle identification number (VIN). This vehicle does not have one, so the 10-digit chassis number takes the place of a VIN for registration and insurance purposes. Actual Mileage *The odometer reading in this vehicle is NOT CORRECT. The original odometer/speedometer/fuel gauge unit was replaced with a used Volkswagen unit to correct speedometer and fuel gauge issues. Since odometer tampering is illegal, the replacement odometer could not be adjusted to reflect accurate mileage. An accurate mileage figure can be calculated by adding 65,632 to the current odometer reading. The current actual mileage is 76,780. The receipt from the mechanics’ garage that replaced the unit, which indicates the odometer readings of the original and replacement units, is pictured and will be provided to the buyer as proof. Title *Vehicles built prior to 1975 are not required by Alabama law to have a title. This vehicle does not have one. Contact Info If you are interested, please contact me with any questions or concerns. In-person vehicle inspection and test-driving may be scheduled upon request. I can be reached directly through eBay via my username, michael.kelliher, via e-mail at michael.s.kelliher@gmail.com, or via telephone at (334)-398-1248. I am usually available, but if you are unable to reach me immediately, I will contact you as soon as possible. Thank You For Your Interest And Happy Bidding! Michael Kelliher