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£13,030
Original-Owner 1974 Volkswagen Thing
United States • 4 Sept 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1974 Volkswagen Thing, with 68k miles, is being sold by the original owner and features its original Avocado Green paint and black vinyl interior. Despite recent replacements of the fuel tank, pump, and carburetor, the engine runs rough and the brakes need servicing, indicating it requires significant reconditioning.
Condition
4
The car has several mechanical and cosmetic issues. The engine runs rough, brakes are difficult to engage, windshield washers do not work, and the jack is missing. Cosmetically, there is a dent in the left-front fender, yellowing of the side windows, interior corrosion, and the driver's seat cushion has a patch. The car requires reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1842468268
Odometer:
68,000 miles
Reg Number:
540JUVA
RHD/LHD:
LHD
1.6-Liter Flat-Four Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Avocado Green Paint Black Soft Top Black 14" Steel Wheels w/Hubcaps Black Vinyl Upholstery Front & Rear Seatbelts 1975 Sales Paperwork Service Records Manufacturer's Literature
This 1974 Volkswagen Thing was purchased new by the seller from Bill Barry Volkswagen of Long Beach, California, in January 1975, and it was relocated to Virginia in 1979.
Finished in Avocado Green over black vinyl upholstery, the vehicle is powered by a 1.6-liter flat-four linked to a four-speed manual transaxle.
Features include a black soft top, black 14″ steel wheels, chrome hubcaps, front and rear seatbelts, and folding rear seats.
The fuel tank, fuel pump, and carburetor have been replaced since 2024.
The seller notes that the car runs somewhat rough and that the brakes are difficult to engage, possibly rusted due to infrequent use.
Now showing 68k miles, this Type 181 is offered at no reserve with 1975 sales paperwork, manufacturer’s literature, servic...
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£5,242
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,508
Median Price (Since 2020)
£53,840
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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