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1971 Volkswagen Thunder Bug Dune Buggy

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Listed byHankU
Sacramento, California 9581963,000 milesManual
SoldJul 13, 2024
Sold for$15,000

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Summary
Assembled circa 1971 using one of approximately 50 Thunder Bug fiberglass bodies. Powered by an air-cooled 1. 6L flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
More details
Recently serviced after being in storage since 1982; carburetors require tuning.
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Color
Orange Metal Flake Gelcoat
1 (<1%)
7/13/2024
Transmission
868 (69%)
10/4/2026
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  • 7/13/2024
    Bring a Trailer
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    $15k
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Vasco1230 @HankU...De Anza College is in Cupertino. looks like a fun car. I'm just sure I could get in and out. I know my wife ... View more
HankU Yeah, so the passenger side front fender has the paint chipped, no cracks whatsoever. The driver side fender has a repair ... View more
Eperot The metal flake on this is giving me all kinds of feels. I loved seeing these years ago when you might actually ... View more
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