Do they still make the Volkswagen Thing?
After three generations spanning a total of seven decades, it’s certainly sad news to announce that the 2019 model year will be the last for the iconic Volkswagen Beetle.
What things cost cars?
While many other off-road, 4×4 vehicles are skyrocketing in value, the Thing is still very much affordable. Values are basically flat over the past five years, with the average #3 (Good) condition Thing commanding $15,500. Best-in-the-world (Concours) examples go for just north of $30,000.
Will VW bring back the thing?
VW Thing is returning as an EV, say British and German media reports. In August 2020, carmagazine.co.uk reported that the VW Type 181 could make a comeback this decade as an all-electric car.
Is a Volkswagen Thing amphibious?
The Volkswagen Schwimmwagen (literally “swimming car”) was a four-wheel drive amphibious vehicle, used extensively by German ground forces during the Second World War….Volkswagen Schwimmwagen.
| Volkswagen Type 166 Schwimmwagen | |
|---|---|
| Type | Amphibious transport |
| Place of origin | Germany |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
What kind of car is a VW the thing?
The Volkswagen Type 181 The Thing was an updated version of the German militarys Type 82 Kubelwagen and was a two-wheel drive, four-door, convertible, manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen from… More Info ›
When did the VW Thing come out in 1973?
This 1973 Volkswagen Thing has the super cool look of a dune buggy with the drivability of a real car and has 40+ years of Southern History. With initial sales of the Thing starting in 1972, i…
Is there such a thing as a 1974 VW Thing?
!973 VW Thing Completely restored with all original VW Thing parts (except Radio and Plaid upholstery from VW Bus) runs great and hardly driven. Placed 3rd in Thing category at Eureka Springs… Read More 1974 Volkswagen Thing, no engine, bus transmission, fox rear shocks, in great shape, prefect project car.
What makes a classic Volkswagen Thing a classic?
Its design is simple and rugged, nothing more than is needed. The nostalgic shape is emphasized by original Volkswagen wheels. These c… Read More This 73 Volkswagen Thing is an excellent example of a classic. Its design harkens back to the time when things were simple and rugged.