1974 Volkswagen Thing Low Original Miles Just like "The Focker's" Orange Thing

  • Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States
  • Make: Volkswagen
  • Model: Thing
  • Type: Convertible
  • Year: 1974
  • Mileage: 54,874
  • VIN: 1842321497
  • Color: Orange
  • Engine size: 1600 cc Dual Port
  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: Black
  • Drive side: Left-hand drive
  • Options: Retractable Top
  • Vehicle Title: Clear

1974 Volkswagen Thing Description

FOR SALE, 1974 VW Thing.


1600 cc Dual Port Engine with a Weber Progressive Carb Kit. 4-Speed Transmission


54,874 Original Miles


New Starter, Bosch Distributor, Black vinyl top, Ball joints, Rt/Lt Visors, All 4- Tires, Carpet


All Electrical's work, i.e. Wiper's, Turn Signals. Brake Light's, Low/High Beams, Ignition, Am/FM Radio, Horn


Spare Tire and Jack present. Two front speaker's. AM/FM Radio located in Glove compartment.


No Rust, both floor pan's are clean and original. Just a few exterior nick's and scratches present, it is a 44 year old vehicle.


Front driver seat needs some help, however; both seats are durable and will not inhibit your ride.


No CarFax available due to it's age. The gentleman I bought it from stated that it was not in any accident(s).


Clean State of Washington Title. Thing is located and stored in Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186.

I live in Portland, Oregon, where, just like the State of Washington next door to me, there is no rust, or salt. Just rain. The Thing was always kept indoor's/garaged.

I plan on moving back to Wisconsin in a year. I cannot afford the storage rates and I have too many cars to deal with at the moment. My friend Dave has the clean title documentation and vehicle in Waukesha, Wisconsin.


The Thing start's, drive's, great classic vehicle. If you ever saw the movie "The Focker's, they had a Thing just like this one. Fun +

NOTE the pricing report in the photo area. This is a current report. This vehicle is between a Low Retail ($8,600.00) and Average Retail ($20,600.00) pricing based on condition.


Any Questions, feel free to call 920-892-6465. Thank you.