1979 VOLKSWAGEN THING CONVERTIBLE
1979 VOLKSWAGEN THING CONVERTIBLE
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1979 VOLKSWAGEN THING CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: [email protected]
Current Bid: $10,500 (USD)
Ends In:
End Date:
Location:
Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Seller:
Engine:
1.6L H4
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
26,042 (Km)
Chassis/VIN:
1892137311
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70764512
Location:
Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Seller:
Engine:
1.6L H4
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
26,042 (Km)
Chassis/VIN:
1892137311
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70764512
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If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This 1979 Volkswagen Thing is powered by an air-cooled 1.6L flat-four mated to a transaxle-mounted four-speed manual transmission. Finished in light blue with a black soft top over a black vinyl interior, this fully restored Type 181 is now offered by the selling dealer with a restoration receipt, aftermarket Pyle head unit, awards, spare parts, jumper cables, soft side windows, and clear title.
Highlights
- Underwent bare-metal restoration in 2022
- Imported to the United States from Mexico in May 2022
- Multi-award winning vehicle
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Minnesota
EXTERIOR
- Light blue paint
- Black soft top
- Fold-down windshield
- Fender-mounted turn signals
- Dual side mirrors
- Removable doors
- "The Thing" side decals
Updates
- Vehicle was painted light blue in February 2022
- By HEC Works of Coatepec, Veracruz, Mexico
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 14-inch steel wheels
- VW hubcaps
- 185/70 Luxotik SS-1 radial tires
INTERIOR
- Black vinyl upholstery
- Bucket seats
- Floor-mounted manual shifter
- Fire extinguisher
- Passenger grab handle
- Aftermarket speaker system
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 160-km/h speedometer
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 26,042 kilometers (Approx. 16,181 miles)
- Title reads mileage-exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 1.6L flat-four
- Air-cooled
- Single-barrel carburetor
- Electronic ignition
- Bosch coil
- Electric fuel pump
- CD Performance serpentine belt system
Transmission
- Transaxle-mounted four-speed manual
Service History Highlights
- Original engine replaced
- Current engine was overhauled in February 2022
- Replacement clutch installed on transmission in February 2022
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Power front disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- February 2022
- Dual exhaust system installed
- Converted to front disc brakes
- New
- Brake master cylinder
- Brake hoses
- Rear brake shoes
- Front and rear torsion bars
- Tie rod ends
- Shocks and shock mounts
- Wheel bearings
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Left axle seal seeps
- Shift knob is loose
- Soft top torn above door line
- No heater
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Restoration receipts
- Aftermarket Pyle head unit
- Currently placed in glove box not hooked up
- Awards
- Spare parts
- Jumper cables
- Soft side windows
VIDEO
- Seller has included a video of a walkaround inspection and driving footage that can be seen below
**VIN NOTICE: THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A VIN THAT MAY – DEPENDING ON THE STATE OF REGISTRATION – REQUIRE THE BUYER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND BE SUBJECT TO A STATE-ISSUED VIN AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THAT STATE
BID: $10,500