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VIN 1812304539

1971 Volkswagen Type 181

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Listed byMazley
Sarasota, Florida 3423222,000 milesManual
SoldMay 30, 2024
Sold for$17,001
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Summary
This 1971 Volkswagen Type 181 has a unique history, reportedly serving with the German Federal Defense Force before being imported to the US in 2023. It features a 1.6L flat-four engine paired with a four-speed manual transaxle, refinished in yellow over black vinyl upholstery. Equipment includes a black convertible soft top, 15" steel wheels, drum brakes, an Eberspacher gas heater, and duckboards, with the odometer showing 35k kilometers (~22k miles).
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
25 (2%)
Apr 4, 2026
Color
Yellow
95 (9%)
Sep 16, 2026
Transmission
1,003 (96%)
Nov 10, 2026
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  • May 30, 2024
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ejwp85 Congrats !!!!!
jellonious tempting.
Mazley @codyanderson29728 Cross country as is. It was sitting for almost 6 months here in Florida and no oil drops underneath ... View more
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