This rare one-owner 1974 Volkswagen Type 181 (Thing) is a sparkling diamond in the automotive marketplace. This essentially original classic vehicle may well be the best-kept and maintained example of its type available anywhere today.
Purchased new in Omaha, Nebraska in 1974, it moved to Aspen, Colorado in 1976 and has resided there since. Never driven in the winter months, it has been garaged all it's life. The odometer currently reads 11,132 miles, or an average of 259 miles per year since new. These are actual original miles, accrued by the same person since new. The complete collection of maintenance records is intact.
The exterior has been painted fairly recently and is in beautiful condition. The sheet metal is sound everywhere and there is no visible rust anywhere. The top is in like-new condition. The inside (except the glove box door; repainted), the trunk and the engine compartment have their original paint intact. The seats are in perfect condition. The vehicle sports its factory-option roll bar and wooden floor slats.
The original 1600cc engine has been maintained by the same mechanic/shop for many years. It starts and runs as it did new. The heater boxes are fully functional. The engine, transmission and suspension are all in first-rate condition and the vehicle is 100% ready-to-drive.
The only apparent negative issues are that the radio, a Sapphire XlX FM radio (Audi insignia) does not appear to work. The antenna is missing and will need replacement.
This is an incredible opportunity for the collector or aficionado. Details for serious buyers are available upon request.