Vw Thing Total Socal Custom Hot Rod Rat Rod Show Car None Like It!!! on 2040-cars
Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1800cc
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Thing
Trim: Custom
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Mileage: 450
Exterior Color: Matte Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Grey
Ladies & Gentlemen - I am proud to present you the '73 THANG...
This is one of the most unique VW Things you'll ever see...
It began life in Redondo Beach California - a total frame up restoration.
But... It wasn't built to VW Thing original standards...
It's better...
This THANG was built to be noticed... A true SoCal Hot Rod...
The entire chassis was Rhino Lined to prevent rust [that's why you don't see too many Things on the road...]
The Pioneer system has 1200 [not a misprint] watts of sound with twin sub-woofers. It can be quite loud...
All electrical elements are controlled via airplane inspired toggle switches.
Front wheels are 16" and rears are 20" on chrome rims.
Engine is bored out to a 1800cc monster with twin exhaust that sounds like no other THING...
Windshield is chopped.
Headlights are Angel Eyes with LEDs...
The back end rides on an air suspension...
There is a front grill [Things didn't come with a grill...].
There is custom work ALL over this car... Check out the engine cover and sub woofer covers - both done in steel spider webs...
There is a MOMO competition steering wheel with a custom hub adaptor made from billet aluminum...
The EMPI shifter was only on performance cars of the era...
Original build cost was over $20,000.00. Again, not a misprint.
I bought this car as a promotional vehicle for my business & it gets looks, smiles the thumbs up wherever you go...
I've taken it to car shows with Italian super cars and the THANG gets just as many admirers as the Lambos and Ferraris...
Whether you always wanted a THING or if you want a KILLER vehicle for your business, this is the one.
It will get you noticed.
If you've been watching custom THING prices lately, you'll know that my BIN price is a bargain.
Bid confidently. This car is the real deal. No nonsense. No disappointments. I have 100% positive feedback on 900+ transactions.
No time for drama.
This is the best warm / dry weather car I've ever owned [and I've owned many...].
It lives in a garage and has under 500 miles since the rebuild [I trailer it to events over 100 miles away]...
This is a singular chance to own something totally unique.
Happy Bidding!!!
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