Auburn Fall 2012
1973 Volkswagen Thing
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$11,000 USD | Sold
| Auburn, Indiana
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The Thing was built on the same chassis as the pre-1968 Microbus and was propelled by VW's air-cooled, 46-hp, 1600-cc flat four. The only instrumentation was a speedometer that housed a fuel gauge on its dial, and a glove box. The windshield folded and the detachable doors were swappable front to rear. Warmth was provided by an optional gasoline-fueled heater hooked directly to the fuel tank. VW boasted that the Thing's cabin could be hosed out. It wasn't conveniences or ability that sucked people in, though--it was how screwy the Thing was. Naturally, America's youth loved the Thing. Sadly, it was only produced in the US for two years, from 1973 through 1974.
This example benefits from a complete disassembly, fresh paint and new side curtains. Included is its original owner’s manual.
