1974 Volkswagen Thing by Unknown Builder

1974 Volkswagen Thing by Unknown Builder

This 1974 Volkswagen Thing has been extensively modified, featuring a widened front axle beam, adjustable coilover front shocks, 3×3″ boxed rear trailing arms, and Fox Racing dual rear shocks. It is powered by a 1,835cc air-cooled flat-four engine equipped with dual Weber carburetors and a merged header exhaust system. The vehicle showcases 15″ EMPI beadlock wheels with BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires, side rails, tubular bumpers, and a roll cage. The interior includes Beard suspension seats and an EMPI trigger shifter. The body is finished in yellow with a black convertible soft top.

Built by:
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Location:
Costa Mesa, California, USA
Vehicle:
1974 Volkswagen Type 181
Engine:
-
Cost:
$18,250
Power:
-
Torque:
-
Weight:
-
Balance:
-
Wheels:
EMPI Race-Trim beadlock 15" wheels
Exterior:
tubular bumpersside railsfold-down windshieldremovable doors
Interior:
EMPI trigger shifterBeard suspension seatsCD stereoSway-A-Way torsions
Chassis:
widened front axle beamadjustable coilover front shocksFox Racing dual rear shocksroll cage3×3″ boxed rear trailing arms
Powertrain:
1,835cc air-cooled flat-fourdual Weber 40 IDF carburetorsmerged header exhaust systemKennedy clutch
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