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1973 Volkswagen Thing

Bring a Trailer
Listed byericles1028
Alsip, Illinois 60803Manual
SoldMar 15, 2022
Sold for$35,000

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Summary
This 1973 Volkswagen Thing, a Type 181, features a 1.6-liter flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle and is finished in white over black vinyl upholstery. The car is said to have been refurbished during previous ownership and is equipped with a black soft top, a padded roll bar, and fog lights. The five-digit odometer shows 2k miles, though total mileage is unknown.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
407 (40%)
10/7/2026
Color
White
59 (6%)
7/29/2026
Transmission
993 (97%)
10/29/2026
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Loading sold figures · 12 months to Mar 15, '22

Listing history

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  • 3/15/2022
    Bring a Trailer
    Sold· this listing
    $35k
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TedLitvin All this needs is front disc brakes, very well done Thing. Appears to need nothing else except it being driven and ... View more
TedLitvin Just got back from coffee at the beach. 6 miles round trip and 2 offers to buy my 73. Things really attract attention ... View more
Jcmiller The new owner should be ready field questions each time they go for a drive. Headrests were sold by JC Whitney. I have ... View more
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