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The Volkswagen Type 181 "The Thing" was an updated version of the German military's Type 82 Kubelwagen. Rather than using the Type 82's mechanical setup, however, the Thing rode on a combination of a Beetle driveline and a Type II Transporter suspension.

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Now is your chance. 1974 VW Thing on eBay Volkswagen Thing Auction of the Day: This cool red Thing is all set up for the beach! Features TIKI cup holders, TIKI shifter, wood steering wheel, wood floor mats, beads on the seats, and a roll bar (just in case you get a little too rowdy).

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The Type 181 was created as a military vehicle for the West German Army, yet soon went into civilian production in 1971 under various names around the world. The Type 181 was known as the Thing in the United States, the Safari in Mexico, the Trekker in the UK, and as the Kurierwagen in West Germany.

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Auction Pick of the Week: 1974 Volkswagen Type 181 "Thing". By draping a cute, fiberglass body over durable and inexpensive VW running gear, Bruce Meyers started a beach buggy craze. Meyers' creation, dubbed the Manx, was a defining symbol of the carefree Californian lifestyle. Volkswagen took notice of this craze and wanted to get in on.

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The Type 181 went on to be sold to European militaries until 1983, who loved its cheap purchase price (probably a tiny fraction of a Humvee) and reliability. And the Thing has developed a cult following, with prices running ever higher; over $40k for a restored Thing at a Barrett-Jackson auction. I waited too long, once again. Share Print

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Volkswagen moved Type 181 production to its Puebla, Mexico, plant in 1973, initially sending CKD kits for assembly. It was then that the car received a double-jointed (with constant velocity joints) rear axle design, similar to the contemporary Sedan's, that eliminated the swing axles.

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Not only were the top and windows removable, but so were the doors, creating an airy ride not unlike a modern Fiat Jolly. And thus, the Volkswagen "Thing" was born. Offered is a fully restored 1973 Type 181 finished in Cream White over a black interior with matching black soft top.

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The Volkswagen Type 181 is a two-wheel drive, four-door, convertible, manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen from 1968 until 1983.

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In stock condition the Volkswagen Type 181 is a 2WD, four door convertible with utilitarian features designed for off-road use. • Production - Model Years: (1968 - 1983) - US/Canada: (1973 & 1974) - Class: Military Vehicle - Body Style: 4-Dr Cabriolet - Predecessor: Kübelwagen - Successor: Volkswagen Iltis • Assembly -Wolfsburg, Germany (68-74)

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As you may know, the VW Thing Type 181 is made up of parts from the Beetle, Bus, and Type 3. Having said this, any part number that starts with 181 will tell you it is a Thing part only. Obviously, all the body panels are 181, along with the chassis and most interior parts. Any part that starts with 211 is a Bus application.

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Also known as the Type 181, this bare-bones off-roader is actually experiencing a surge of interest amidst the market's overall boom for vintage SUVs like Jeeps, Land Rovers, Ford Broncos, and Toyota Land Cruisers.

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VOLKSWAGEN 181 'THE THING' 4-door 4-seater open tourer. This was the modernised version of a Second World War Kubelwagen, looking for all the world like a military Scout Car (some were used for that purpose).

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100 1974 Volkswagen Thing 2276cc Stroker Turbo • Gray $ 107,998 or $1,228 /mo Over $100,000 just spent at a professional shop; one of the coolest Things on the planet!