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£9,885
1973 Volkswagen Thing
United States • 7 Oct 2026
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This 1973 Volkswagen Thing stands out with its unique John Deere graphics and alligator-look vinyl interior, making it a distinctive classic. While it features a rebuilt 1.6-liter engine, four-speed manual, and aftermarket upgrades like 15" wheels and a brush bar, it does have some noted cosmetic and functional issues including soft top repairs and non-working wipers.
Condition
5
The car has undergone modifications including a repaint and new upholstery. There are noted issues such as taped repairs on the convertible top, rust spots on the top frame, non-working windshield wipers, and poor radio reception. The tires are from 2014. These factors indicate more than just minor wear but not severe damage, placing it in the Above Average category.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1832652676
Odometer:
65,000 miles
Reg Number:
JD 47169
RHD/LHD:
LHD
1.6-Liter Flat-Four Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Green Paint John Deere Decals & Shift Knob Yellow & Black Textured Vinyl Upholstery Yellow-Finished 15" Steel Wheels Black Convertible Soft Top Front Brush Guard Multi-Point Roll Bar Front & Rear Seat Belts Dual CD Stereo Front Tow Bar & Removable Windows
This 1973 Volkswagen Thing was purchased out of Arizona by the seller in 2014, and it has been modified with a repaint in green, yellow John Deere graphics and aftermarket 15″ wheels, and seating upholstered in alligator-look vinyl.
Power is provided by a 1.6-liter flat-four linked to a four-speed manual transaxle, and the car is further equipped with a black convertible soft top, a roll bar, a front brush bar, an aftermarket exhaust system, and a dual CD stereo.
Showing 65k miles, this Type 181 is offered with an owner’s manual, accessories, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.
The car has been refinished in green with yellow John Deere decals.
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Points of note
£5,242
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,508
Median Price (Since 2020)
£53,840
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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