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THE THING | 1973

TYPE 181 VW TREKKER

SOLD

  • Imported to the UK in 1979

  • Completely original apart from the front beam changed to an adjustable unit

  • Early model tail lights

  • IRS rear suspension

  • Mechanically sound

  • 1600cc single port engine

  • Starts first time, every time

  • Just been serviced

  • Parts unique to this vehicle; wheels, eberspacher (heater) hood hinge covers, side curtains

  • Ammunition box on driver's side with radio cassette player

  • Full receipt history of work done

Issues:

  • Colway tyres are in need of replacement

  • Small hole (10p size) under the battery in the floor pan

  • Whole floor has surface rust so needs rust protecting

  • Right front wing appears slightly pushed back

  • Left rear wing slightly out of shape

  • Left wiper doesn't work (bush to linkage is missing)

  • Folding top needs re-covering - doesn't fit properly or clip down on the screen when folded down

  • Paint work dates back to the 80's so could do with a refresh

MOT & SERVICING 

CUSTOMER STORIES

ENQUIRY FORM

CAMPER FINANCE

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