Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.6L
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at
least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 1842469343
Year: 1974
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Thing
Trim: 4 door
Options: CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 0
Exterior Color: Orange
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: orange
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1974 Volkswagen Thing "Julius"
as presented by...
Texas Classic Cars of Dallas
1912 W. Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, Texas 75235
Dave at 214-213-7072 or Maris at 214-616-2317
FEATURES INCLUDE
1.6L 4 cylinder
New carb
Mild Cam
200 miles since last tune up
Custom tow bar
Original vinyl top & curtains
VIDEO PRESENTATION BELOW
Texas Classic Cars of Dallas is happy to present this 1974 Volkswagen "Thing". The Volkswagen Type 181 was a two-wheel drive, four-door, convertible, off-road, military vehicle manufactured by Volkswagen from 1968 to 1983.
Originally developed for the German Army, the Type 181 was also sold to the public, as the Kurierwagen in Germany, the Trekker in the United Kingdom, the Thing in the United States (1973-1974), and the Safari in Mexico. Civilian sales ended after model year 1980.
The Thing has been popular not because it could go "fast" or has a beautiful body design, but mostly because it was just so strange. The body is squarish and utilitarian, but undeniably unique for a passenger car. The orange paint makes this car even more unique, a shine that looks like it was just done not long ago.
All Things came standard with a convertible top, this one includes its original vinyl top and curtains. The cars four doors can be easily removed, requiring no tools.
The windshield can be folded. And what better way to drive the car than on white wheels wrapped around brand new BF Goodrich tires.
The interior is the definition of stripped. The seats have been re-upholstered and a matching canopy top and spare tire cover were made. The bench seat in the rear of the car has plenty of space for those wanting to ride in this unusual car.
The only instrumentation is a speedometer that houses a fuel gauge.
The odometer is currently not working.
To add a little riding pleasure to this car an aftermarket JVC cd/am/fm radio was installed along with a set of aftermarket speakers.
The current owner has only put 200 miles to the car ever since it got tuned up last. Most important the Thing looked so very, very weird. You either love them or not!
In 2004 to 2006 the Thing was treated to numerous mechanical upgrades. Everything from brake cylinders to exhaust system and heater boxes to transmission adjustments. It was gone over completely. We have receipts for all of the work. The current owner in May of this year had upper bushings installed, ball joints, new plugs and points, torsion arm bushings and the new cam installed.
A spare tire is in place on the back of the car such as Jeeps would normally have. A cover that matches the seats was done to make this ride more stylish.
The Thing was built on the same chassis as the pre-1968 Microbus and is propelled by VW's air cooled, 46hp, 1600cc flat four. Acceleration is pretty slow 0 to 60 mph takes a little more than 20 seconds. To give this Thing a little more power, one of the previous owners installed a cam. The current owner changed to a larger carburetor to compensate the cam. Julius now runs like a champ.
The undercarriage is very clean, there is no show of rust and the body is clearly straight. There are however some obvious small dents here and there.
SLIDESHOW BELOW
Presentation by Karen Garcia / Texas Classic Cars of Dallas
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