For Sale: 1979 Volkswagen Thing in Mankato, Minnesota

Vehicle Description

1979 Volkswagen Thing Type 181 in Light Blue paint. This was restored in 2021-2022. 1.6L Flat 4 (overhauled in 2022) with a rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission. Equipped with electronic ignition, Bosch ignition coil, electric fuel pump, and a CB performance serpentine belt system. Clutch was replaced and dual exiting exhaust was also done in 2022. This vehicle does not have heat exchangers. Black vinyl bench seat interior. Black convertible top fits well. Riding on 14" steel wheels with Volkswagen wheel covers. Radial tires were replaced in 2021. Front disc conversion as well as master cylinder, brake hoses, brake shoes, front and rear torsion bars, tie rod ends, shocks, and shock mounts, and wheel bearings in 2022. Stripped down to bare metal during resto. Originally a Mexican produced model. Repainted and reupholstered at that time. Removable doors! Rubber floor mats, fender mounted turn signals, and fold down front windshield! Side curtains are included with purchase. Aftermarket speaker added behind the rear seat. Pile head unit in the glovebox that has yet to be installed. The heater was not completed either.

If this vehicle has repairs you would like to have taken care of that perhaps the seller didn't address, please ask our staff for an estimate. We have a full service and restoration shop that can handle most anything! Please see video for full breakdown of this vehicle. Give us a call at 507-386-1726 or email "[email protected]" to inquire about this vehicle.
TRADES WILL BE CONSIDERED AND FINANCING IS AVAILABLE!This particular vehicle IS ELIGIBLE for an extended warranty! Ask us for more details! •••MN residents are responsible for tax, license and title procurement fees. Out of state buyers will only have a $275 Title Procurement fee, no tax or other fees charged.•••

Vehicle Details

  • 1979 Volkswagen Thing
  • Listing ID: CC-1943730
  • Price: $29,900
  • Location:Mankato, Minnesota
  • Year:1979
  • Make:Volkswagen
  • Model:Thing
  • Exterior Color:Light Blue
  • Interior Color:Black
  • Transmission:Manual
  • Odometer:26027
  • Stock Number:# 7919
  • VIN:1892137311
Listed By:
Unique Classic Cars
2015 Bassett Dr.
Mankato, MN 56001

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