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Volkswagen Thing, 1974

⁦Volkswagen 181⁩

⁦Volkswagen 181⁩•‌
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Chassis No.: 1842221247

Auction: Las Vegas 2021

Auction date: October 9, 2021

Lot No.: T92

$15,400 | Sold

  • Exterior: Blue
  • Interior: Black
  • Mechanical and cosmetic restoration by prior owner
  • Same owner since 2011
  • 1600cc/46 HP dual-port, air-cooled 4-cylinder engine
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Blue paint
  • Black interior
  • Removable doors and side curtains
  • Flip-down windshield
  • New brakes
  • New tires
  • Powdercoated wheels
  • New exhaust
  • Routine maintenance preformed by professional mechanic
  • Recent mechanical work includes a rebuilt carburetor, fuel tank flush, tune up with new plugs, oil and filter, fuel filter and new ignition switch

1400cc, 4-Speed

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Volkswagen 181

1969 — 1979

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