1973 VOLKSWAGEN VW THING / BEACH CRUISER SURFER SAFARI SURFBOARDS ! SEE VIDEOS !
Make: | Volkswagen |
Model: | Thing |
SubModel: | THING / Trekker / Surfer Safari / Dune Buggy |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | THING / SURFER SAFARI / BEACH FUN! / SEE VIDEOS!!! |
Year: | 1973 |
Mileage: | 111000 |
VIN: | 1832652693 |
Color: | Orange |
Engine: | VW 1600 |
Cylinders: | 4 |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drive type: | RWD |
Interior color: | Black |
Vehicle Title: | Clean |
Item location: | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States |
Extras |
Barn Find, Convertible |
Listed by |
Private seller |
Description of 1973 Volkswagen Thing THING / SURFER SAFARI / BEACH FUN! / SEE VIDEOS!!! |
1973 VW THING * NEW PROFESSIONAL PAINTPRICED TO SELL !A "F.U.V." ( FUN UTILTYVEHICLE ) !!! READY TO ENJOY !!!SEE VIDEOS A LITTLE FARTHER BELOW* Custom Roll Bar* 5 Spoke Aluminum Wheels With Black Wall Tires (Good tread life)* High Back Black Bucket Seats* Black Loop Carpet Throughout* Has The Original VW Heater Intact (Never tried it / Untested...I'm in Florida)* Sport Wood Steering Wheel* New Brake Master Cylinder* Also Has A Black Bikini Top Included (Easy to take on and off / Rolls up & stores in trunk)* Includes 2 Custom Painted To Match Surfboards (Very Cool & Unique Shade Roof)* Custom Roll Bar Has Anchor Points For Surfboards* New Carburetor...starts right up ides smooth...runs great* New "THING" Exhaust That Exits Through The Bumper Ports* Chrome Locking Gas Cap* Recent All New Door Seals Front And Rear* Nice JVC Stereo With Removable Faceplate / Nice Clean Install With Speakers In Footwells* Good Pans / Nice Rockers / Nice Solid Body* Starts Right Up / Shifts Nice & Brakes Well / A Very Good Runner* Fold Down Windshield / Fold Down Rear Seats / Fully Removable Doors*All Running Lights Work / Factory Map Light Works /Reverse Lights Work*Wipers Work / Rear Seats Fold Down For Storage / Windshield Folds Down* All Doors Are Quickly Removable For Fun Cruising* Loads Of Fun /AHead Turner Everywhere It Goes With Thumbs Up!* Ready For Summer Fun / Turn Key And Go /Clear Title In Hand CLICK THE LINKS BELOW FOR VIDEOS https://youtu.be/cBrtL5ydKJI https://youtu.be/CL32z5oXyrs https://youtu.be/vwB7BMtgR8E https://youtu.be/Tt82kzrHfTY https://youtu.be/5Mfxihm0CR4 https://youtu.be/iDIsHCxH3cE https://youtu.be/B78Vfr_YpMg https://youtu.be/Hat9Qts9J8I This VW "Thing" is the perfect "Every Day Driver" "Beach Cruiser" "Surfer Style" vehicle or maybe in its "Urban Roadster" configuration without the doors and windshield down is the set up for you to enjoy...with the wind in your hair all year long. The reliable strong running 4 cylinder 1600cc bulletproof air cooled VW power-plant purrs like a kitten and is mated to 4 speed manual transmission. Clutch is good. The traction advantage of the engine being over the rear driving wheels makes it a very nimble and able vehicle, and it's very fun to drive. It can go places others can't. This "Thing" brakes well and handles great. The exterior is recently professionally painted "Thing Orange" and it has a very nice finish and a nice shine. The interior is black with comfortable high back front bucket seats and black loop carpeting. The JVC stereo system is really nice witha removable faceplate for safe keeping.2 stereo speakers are professionally installed in the foot wells up front. The rear seats fold down for more storage. This is a very unique, fun and versatile vehicle. Why buy a $60,000.00+ Jeep (that you see everywhere) when you can have this cool collectible classic. Jump in and cruise this VW "Thing" down the road and you will see why this is the perfect vehicle for a fun beach day, camping or anything outdoors. Super fun and affordable to own and operate. Volkswagen only sold these in the USA for two years ('73 & '74) so it is very collectable.Losing my storage area so it must go.Minor issues worth noting: Horn andemergency flashersnot presently working (bulbs/ fuse/ loose wire?), reverse lights not working (bulbs /loose wire?) Has the factory VW gas heater intact but untested / un-used (In Florida so never tried it or needed it), and It had some common rust in the battery area but it was repair welded it also had some rust in the windshield frame but was repaired. This is a very nice, solid and reliable "Thing". THIS "THING" IS PERFECT FOR: * The Ultimate "Surfer Safari" Ride...just grab the keys and hit the beach.* Everyday "Super Cool" Daily Driver* A Family Beach Outing / Off Roading* Weekend Getaways / Camping* Business Promotion (Perfect For Surf Shop? Dive Shop? Urban Outfitter?)* Any Business That Wants Maximum Attention* A Sport Ute You Can Enjoy....Street / Sand / Mud / Off Road* Ultimate Grocery Getter (for the surfer or off roader in you!)* Seeing The Country / Outdoor Excursion or a RV tow behind vehicle? * Car Shows / Tour Vehicle / Novelty Vehicle / Wine Country Tours* Automotive Investment / Auto Museum* A gift for the someone that has everything!* Income Producing (Specialty UBER Type / Valet / Shuttle Business?)* Family Fun...The Toy You Always Wanted! BUY IT NOW OR MAKE OFFER....If it's reasonable I will accept. EASY FINANCING IF NEEDED THRU JJ BESTWWW.JJBEST.COMCALL CHRIS @ 508-415-1035 OR CHRIS@JJBEST.COM OTHER POSSIBLE CLASSIC CAR LOAN OPTIONS:http://www.hagerty.com/finance/finance_index.aspxhttp://www.woodsidecredit.com/http://www.jjbest.com/http://www.motorcarsfinancial.com/ PRIVATE SELLER / NOT A DEALER / CLEAR TITLE IN HANDPlease Call 954-232-8000 with questions or to view / inspect this car.If you need to ship the car... I can help you locate a reasonable car shipper...and I can assist in loading the vehicle.Car is in FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA. Feel free to have the car inspected by a mechanic of your choice prior to auction / sale close. Please remember this is a 47 year old car and not a new car or a show car. Final Sale & Sold As Is / Where Is. Please inspect BEFORE purchase. A Inspection before purchase is highly encouraged. Buyer is responsible for any shipping or delivery. A $500.00 Non refundable deposit due within 24 hours of auction close or purchase, balance due via cash or bank wire transfer within 3 days. Please verify that you have funding, space, and permission to get this car. Please no bidders with a score less than 10 without prior contact. Car is also for sale locally, so auction may end at any time.Call / Text 954-232-8000 with questions. PRIVATE SELLER / NOT A DEALER / Clear Title In Hand. THESE ARE MY TERMS AND CONDITIONS: VEHICLE IS SOLD AS IS WERE IS WITH NO WARRANTYWINNING THE AUCTION DOESN'T GIVE YOU THE INVITATION TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND THEN DECIDE...THE VEHICLE IS TO BE INSPECTED DURING THE AUCTION. INSPECTIONS ARE ENCOURAGED. COME SEE THE VEHICLE FOR YOURSELF OR EBAY HAS A INSPECTION SERVICE AVAILABLE. I WILL ONLY ACCEPT BANK WIRE, CASHIERS CHECK, OR CASH IN PERSON. PAYMENT MUST BE MADE IN FULL WITHIN 3 DAYS AFTER AUCTION ENDS "NO EXCEPTIONS" IF YOU CANT COMPLY TO MY TERMS, PLEASE DON'T BID ON MY VEHICLE.IF YOU DON'T HAVE THE MONEY, PLEASE DON'T BID ON MY VEHICLE.IF YOU NEED PERMISSION FROM SOMEONE ELSE, PLEASE DON'T BID ON MY VEHICLE. Notice To Bidders: High Bidder To Send $500.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Within 24 Hours Of The Close Of This Auction. Funds To Be Paid With Certified Check, Bank Transfer, Or Cash In Person Within 3 Days Of Auction Ending. All Sales Final. Mileage Is Exempt. The Sale Is Subject To The Following Conditions And RepresentationsThis Vehicle Is Being Sold As Is, Where Is With No Warranty In Connection Therewith. The Seller Shall Not Be Responsible For The Correct Description, Authenticity, Genuineness, Or Defects Herein, And Make No Warranty In Connection Therewith. No Allowances Or Set Aside Will Be Made On Account Of Any Incorrectness, Imperfection, Defect Or Damage. Any Descriptions Or Representations Are For Identification Purposes Only And Are Not To Be Construed As A Warranty Of Any Type. It Is The Responsibility Of The Buyer To Have Thoroughly Inspected The Vehicle, And To Have Satisfied Himself Or Herself As To The Condition And Value Based Upon That Judgment Solely. Seller Assumes No Responsibility For Any Repairs Regardless Of Any Oral Statements About The Vehicle. May Sell To The Highest Bidder If Reserve Is Not Met And Will Entertain Offers Before End Of Auction. I Reserve The Right To Terminate This Auction At Any Time. Shipping Costs Are The Responsibility Of The Purchaser But I Will Try To Help Anyway I Can. Negative Feedback Bidders Or 5 Feedback Bidders Or Less Please Contact Me Before Bidding. Do Not Bid Unless You Intend To Buy. Thank You And Good Luck! You Are Entering Into A Legal Binding Contract To Purchase The Vehicle Described Above. If You Do Not Intend To Purchase This Item, Do Not Bid! Bidders Must Be Able To Pay Cash Or Have All Loans Pre-Approved Before Bidding On This Vehicle! Unqualified Bidding, Deadbeat Bidding, Or Auction Interference Will Be Subject To Legal Prosecution To The Fullest Extent Of The Law. Thank You Very Much For Your Understanding. Metatags: Thething The Thing Vdub V-dub VeeDub Vee-Dub Volkswagon Historical Antique Old School Skool OG Surfing Surfer Beach Ocean Hippie Dippy Dippie Volswagen Safari Surfboards Dune Buggy 1968 ’68 1969 ;69 1970 ’70 1971 ’71 1972 ’72 1973 ’73 1974 ’74 1975 ’75 1976 ’76 1977 ’77 1978 ’78 1979 ’79 1980 ’80 Type1 Type-1 Mk1 Mk-1 German Germany 181 |