For Sale: 1973 Volkswagen Thing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Vehicle Description

1973 Volkswagen Type 181 ""Thing"" | 1600cc Dual-Port Flat-4 | 4-Speed Manual | VIN: 1832548771

This 1973 VW Thing is powered by a factory-correct AD-series 1600cc dual-port air-cooled engine and a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in vibrant yellow, this U.S.-spec example features black bumpers, a folding windshield, a convertible soft top, and removable doors all key elements that made the Type 181 such a standout.

With its clean engine bay, restored fuel system, and tidy interior including wood floor slats, this Thing is both a collectible and ready-for-fun driver.

Chassis #: 1832548771
Engine Code: AD131007X (VW Factory Reman)
Built: Puebla, Mexico
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
Top: Foldable soft top with boot cover
Wheels: Stock steel w/ hubcaps

This classic is part military Jeep, part beach buggy, and 100% unique.


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*Prices shown include all incentives - See dealer for Details; Frankman Motor Company started in 1988 as a small family business that has grown from an acreage with a converted 2 stall garage as the office to the largest independent used car dealership in a 5 state area with almost 50,000 vehicles sold and over 50 employees. *See Dealer for Details.

Vehicle Details

  • 1973 Volkswagen Thing
  • Listing ID: CC-1973183
  • Price: $17,987
  • Location:Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • Year:1973
  • Make:Volkswagen
  • Model:Thing
  • Odometer:25680
  • Stock Number:UK653757
  • VIN:00000001832653757
Listed By:
Frankman Motor Company
26874 SD Hwy 11
Sioux Falls, SD 57108

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