1974 Volkswagen Thing

Convertible

1.6 flat 4

manual 4 spd

1842624563

Clear

This auction is for an unrestored 1974 VW Type 181 "Thing". This car is cosmetically not perfect but by far the cleanest, most complete, unadulterated and true, non-restored 181 you'll find on any of the selling sites.It starts immediately from cold and will run with confidence all day, every day.I bought it less than a year ago and spent over $3,000 getting back to as close to stock as possible.This is not my daily driver, enjoyed seeing this classic come back to life (see list below) and needs to be sold as it's not the right fit for my family. Title is clear and in hand. ABOUT THE CAR:-Great head turning condition.-Convertible top in great shape, no holes, slight rub haze on back lexan-Convertible top frame in great, straight condition-Mileage is not known but reads 65K-Engine is original "A" series, burns NO oil, starts right up and runs strong.-Very slight oil drip ($500 reduction reflects this development)-Fresh full tune-up-Floor pans are solid and sturdy as is bottom of wheel wells. There is some minor surface rust in the form of smaller (1-2cm) bubbles and chips; please see hi-res images in link. Front well in trunk shows signs of previous but halted rust spot.-NOT restored or original paint-New side curtain replacements still in factory bag (Velcro installed fabric and lexan only, uses original frames).-Inner top corners of front seats have split seams about 3" long. Hagerty lists this specific car at $12,800 (condition 4) and $22,600 (condition 3). This car falls between the two but conservatively closer to condition 3. Have all receipts from recent work. Please see link below for video and more pictures at higher resolution. Additional VW Thing Pictures and Video STOCK EXCEPT FOR:-EMPI "Trigger" Shifter-EMPI ceramic exhaust (NEW)-EMPI heads and valve covers-Baja Wheels NEW:-Newly rebuilt Solex Carburetor-Newly rebuilt wiper motor by "The Thing Shop" **Wiper Motor is Thing specific, next to impossible to find and expensive to rebuild ($320) if available-CV joint boots (repacked, bearings were fine)-Fuel Pump-Ignition Points-Ignition Wires-Spark plugs-Cap and rotor-Distributor (complete with rod)-Steering column indicator switch cluster-Brake cylinders-Brake drums and shoes (front)-Flexible brake lines-EMPI ceramic exhaust-Shifter bushing-Shift rod coupler-Coco yellow floor mats EXTRA'S NOT INSTALLED AT THE TIME OF THIS WRITING:-"The Thing Shop" gas odor elimination kit: $96.00-Side Curtain replacements. $307. Not installed, uses original curtain frames which come with the sale. As of this writing it's missing the spare tire and Jack but I am looking for replacement spare. Price does not include delivery.Payment via Cash / Certified Check or Direct Deposit or Paypal.Car is sold "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. Have all receipts from recent work, feel free to contact me with any further questions