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Dealer Info
tel: 704-788-2765Auto Barn Classic Cars
320 Sign Drive NW
Suite 100
Concord NC, 28027
Full Convertible Top & Removable Doors Full Restoration
STK 3120 1973 Volkswagen Thing
The VW Type 181 was based on a concept developed by Volkswagen during WWII. It is a 4-door cabriolet with full convertible top, removable doors and a lay-down windshield. Manufactured in Wolfsburg Germany, it shared mechanicals with the Type 1 Beetle and the VW Microbus. The chassis utilizes the floor pan design of the Karmann Ghia, which was 3” longer than the Beetle. The Type 181 was available to the civilian market from 1968 to 1983, but exports to the US were limited to the 1973-74 model years. Total US sales numbered approximately 25,000 units. Worldwide the Type 181 had a multitude of brand names, but the US version was dubbed the 'Thing'. Our 1973 'Thing' has been the beneficiary of a full restoration. An exterior 2-tone respray of 'Carolina Blue' and Cream White was applied and is in very good condition. The interior features new black vinyl upholstery, sun visors, an AM/FM/Cassette stereo system and a rare 12V heater/defroster system. A new softop has just been installed - no small task. The Type 181 Thing was equipped from the factory with a 1.6L flat-four powerplant. We do not have a history on this engine, but it appears stock and sounds strong. The air-cooled powerplant is backed by a 4-speed manual RWD transaxle. Brakes are 4-wheel drum and nice radial tires are mounted on re-furbed factory 15” steel wheels w/chrome caps. Side covers and additional restoration parts are included in the sale. This 'Thing' is your ultimate beach cruiser and holds a unique place in VW lore. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
1973 Volkswagen Thing
Description
Full Convertible Top & Removable Doors
Full Restoration
STK 3120 1973 Volkswagen Thing
The VW Type 181 was based on a concept developed by Volkswagen during WWII. It is a 4-door cabriolet with full convertible top, removable doors and a lay-down windshield. Manufactured in Wolfsburg Germany, it shared mechanicals with the Type 1 Beetle and the VW Microbus. The chassis utilizes the floor pan design of the Karmann Ghia, which was 3” longer than the Beetle. The Type 181 was available to the civilian market from 1968 to 1983, but exports to the US were limited to the 1973-74 model years. Total US sales numbered approximately 25,000 units. Worldwide the Type 181 had a multitude of brand names, but the US version was dubbed the 'Thing'. Our 1973 'Thing' has been the beneficiary of a full restoration. An exterior 2-tone respray of 'Carolina Blue' and Cream White was applied and is in very good condition. The interior features new black vinyl upholstery, sun visors, an AM/FM/Cassette stereo system and a rare 12V heater/defroster system. A new softop has just been installed - no small task. The Type 181 Thing was equipped from the factory with a 1.6L flat-four powerplant. We do not have a history on this engine, but it appears stock and sounds strong. The air-cooled powerplant is backed by a 4-speed manual RWD transaxle. Brakes are 4-wheel drum and nice radial tires are mounted on re-furbed factory 15” steel wheels w/chrome caps. Side covers and additional restoration parts are included in the sale. This 'Thing' is your ultimate beach cruiser and holds a unique place in VW lore. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 1600 cc
Body
- Body Color
- White/Baby Blue
- Body Style
- Convertible
- Doors
- 4
Basic
- Year
- 1973
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Thing
- Miles
- 29,009
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Vinyl
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.
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Auto Barn Classic Cars
Classic Cars Sales & Consignment
Description
Full Convertible Top & Removable Doors
Full Restoration
STK 3120 1973 Volkswagen Thing
The VW Type 181 was based on a concept developed by Volkswagen during WWII. It is a 4-door cabriolet with full convertible top, removable doors and a lay-down windshield. Manufactured in Wolfsburg Germany, it shared mechanicals with the Type 1 Beetle and the VW Microbus. The chassis utilizes the floor pan design of the Karmann Ghia, which was 3” longer than the Beetle. The Type 181 was available to the civilian market from 1968 to 1983, but exports to the US were limited to the 1973-74 model years. Total US sales numbered approximately 25,000 units. Worldwide the Type 181 had a multitude of brand names, but the US version was dubbed the 'Thing'. Our 1973 'Thing' has been the beneficiary of a full restoration. An exterior 2-tone respray of 'Carolina Blue' and Cream White was applied and is in very good condition. The interior features new black vinyl upholstery, sun visors, an AM/FM/Cassette stereo system and a rare 12V heater/defroster system. A new softop has just been installed - no small task. The Type 181 Thing was equipped from the factory with a 1.6L flat-four powerplant. We do not have a history on this engine, but it appears stock and sounds strong. The air-cooled powerplant is backed by a 4-speed manual RWD transaxle. Brakes are 4-wheel drum and nice radial tires are mounted on re-furbed factory 15” steel wheels w/chrome caps. Side covers and additional restoration parts are included in the sale. This 'Thing' is your ultimate beach cruiser and holds a unique place in VW lore. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 1600 cc
Body
- Body Color
- White/Baby Blue
- Body Style
- Convertible
- Doors
- 4
Basic
- Year
- 1973
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Thing
- Miles
- 29,009
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Vinyl
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.