This auction is for a 1973 Volkswagen Thing.

Drive Train:

Tuned 1776cc (2003)

Dual Carburetors (2007)

Dual Exhaust (2007)

New Fuel Pump (2007)

Transmission Shifts Smooth

New Clutch Cable (2007)

DOESN'T LEAK OIL!!!!

(or anything else, for that matter)

Interior:

Custom Seats(2003)

1200 Watt Stereo/CD/MP3 CD/1GB MP3/AUX

12" Subwoofer (can be easily removed)

(2007)

Tachometer (2007)

Oil Temperature Gauge (2007)

Wink Mirror (attached to role cage) (2007)

Exterior:

New Paint (2007)

KC Off-Road Lights (front) (2004)

Yellow Off-Road Light (rear) (2004)

Radial Super Swamper Tires (2003)

New Side Mirrors (2006)

Locking Deck Lid(2007)

Electrical:

New Turn Signal Arm (2007)

Dedicated, Fused Circuits For Each Amp & Head Unit (2007)

12v Power Jack in Glove Box (2007)

Heavy Duty Battery (2007)

55 Amp Alternator (2007)

Original Glove Box Light

Mechanical:

Complete Brake System (2007)

Adjustable Gas Shocks (2003)

Original Gas Heater Under Hood

Windshield Wipers Work

Safety:

Racing Seat Belts:

Front: Lap, Lap

 Rear: 4 Point Harness, Lap, 4 Point Harness

Custom Role Cage

New Braking System

Miscellaneous:

New Windshield & Gasket (2007)

4 Side Curtains Included in Bag.  They're not in the best of shape, but they work.

Owner's Manual (reprint)

Repair Manual (reprint)

VW Bus Jack

Stock Single Carb (if won, upon Request)

Used Dual Carbs (Italian Make) (if won, upon request)

Integrity :

This VW Thing has been my dependable daily driver for about a year.  The Odometer reads 23,824.9 miles and has read that much since I first got the car.  I work within half a mile from my home and I don't even drive to work all the time.  I can confidently say that I've put less than 5000 miles on in the past year.  The previous owner used the car to take his family camping, and also put very few miles on it.  This is to say, in the four years since the engine was rebuilt, very few miles have been put on it.  This has been a solid and dependable car all around.

Why I'm Selling:

This car is a fun, dependable vehicle that I have really enjoyed driving.  This car has always attracted a lot of attention and started many fantastic conversations.  It has been a joy to own in every way.  Letting it go saddens me, but it has become necessary.  I am a college student who is planning to transfer to San Diego next year.  I need a more practical vehicle, both for  making the occasional 100+ mile trip back and for day-to-day life where I may not have the convenience of working  and living so close together.  I also will not have the time to do the occasional upkeep that a 34 year old car deserves.  These cars are a fantastic piece of history and a blast to own.  Unfortunately for me, it is time to move on.