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Rare Unique 1974 Vw Volkswagen Thing 181 Yellow Solid Extras on 2040-cars

Year:1974 Mileage:73437
Location:

Boxford, Massachusetts, United States

Boxford, Massachusetts, United States

over $9500 recent money invested in this nice 1974 VW thing.  Unfortunately, $$$$ needed for another opportunity that presented itself.  

moving it down the road to another VW Thing fan!!!

here's a list of work done up until today:

All new brake hoses
new brakes, hardware, drums
new flange, upper and lower
new dual carb
new steering box
new intake boots
new valve cover gaskets and manifold gaskets
new ball joints
new tie rod
new brake shoes and hardware
new wheel cylinder
new brake seals
new steering damper

MUCH MORE, there is a binder filled with receipts,

also has new visors still in the box

also semi used replacement parts (rear lenses and front markers)

this is a complete THING.  please see al pictures.

very very little rust on this, but floor needs work or replacement (daylight in a few small areas)

with some minor work by a knowledgable restorer, this thing could be on the road in just a few weeks, VERY LITTLE left to do to this

will need to be towed out, clear title in hand.  this is ready to go for the THING enthusiast

local pickup preferred, but i can arrange for a hauler to bring this to you.  anywhere from $250 (NY/NJ area) to $700 range (southern Florida) 

please email with ANY questions

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