1974 Volkswagen VW THING. 47k original Mile unrestored survivorRare original MINT condition. rust free. Collectors take noticeLOW RESERVE: 1974 Volkswagen THING completely original and unrestored. In a world of "over restored" cars it's rare and exciting to come across a holy grail find like this. Original and it is immaculate with only 47k original miles. this vehicle runs and drives like it should and did back in 1974. Car was purchased from an estate and the former owner had this car for 35+ years. Not sure how many of this type of car exist that are completely unrestored. This Thing is painted in the desirable bright orange with black interior and brilliant white canvas top. The side windows are like new with no wear on the transparent plastic glass. The car has been detailed and buffed to a brilliant luster. The former owner added the charlie chaplin graphic on the door. will remove easily. Everything is in amazing condition. The 1641cc motor runs to perfection with a 4 spd manual gear box. The windshield wipers work. gas gauge. You will fall in love with this "THING". The tires and rims are like new. It is a amazing this vehicle has survived this long with no rust on the bottom. inside or anywhere. I buy and sell cars and have not come across anything this clean or original. If you are a VW collector. this is the vehicle you should take notice of. You can jump in this time machine and drive everywhere. The wheels were updated and the seats are now high backs. but other than that 100% original. VIDEO: Go to youtube to see the walk around video: Search. nbsp; "1974 Volkswagen Thing 47k survivor 000047"PLease feel free to ask any and all questions. If you would like to talk send me your contact info and I will call. If you would like to see the vehicle I would be happy to set up an appointment to show you. I take pride in being honest and up front and my feedback reflects this. Serious bidders only. Winning bidders must pay $500 paypal deposit at the close of the auction. I reserve the right to end the auction early for any reason. For sale local. Cash talks. Will help with shipping at the buyers expense. Relisted to due to non paying local buyer. Please have funds ready before bidding. Bidders with feedback 0-15 please email me and indicate you are a serious bidder. Feel free to call me with any questions or offers. Ralph 203 417 211FourTRANSPORT AVAILABLE: I am willing to deliver within a 200 mile radius for a reasonable price on my open car trailer. This covers the tri-state area as I am located in western CT. Keywords: Volkswagon. Thing. Thing. Squareback. Vdub. beach cruiser. convertible. 2200 cc motor. hot rod. beetle. VW bug. Super Beetle. karman Ghia. Volks rod. Volks Wagon. Volks wagen. 1973 1974. fun car. weekend car. classic. corvette. beach car. Sunday driver. car shows.