Russ
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SOLD ~ 1974 VW Safari for sale
New CV joints, new shocks, New Alternator, pulleys, Includes original windows (need work) hard top, and soft top, Been in Punta Chivato in garage
mostly since 1991. Needs a little love but really fun. $3500
Contact e-mail Casatenbaja@gmail.com Phone 615-155-9460
I know this one runs because it was here earlier today.
[Edited on 3-30-2013 by Russ]
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desertcpl
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Russ
isn't this called some thing else,, like the THING?
do you know where is was made, some came from Brazil and my not be able to get in the USA, with out some modifications
just asking. I might be interested,, maybe some more details
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Mulegena
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Don't suppose this has 4-wheel drive... but how does it handle these gnarly Baja roads?
I've always loved those Things... and we're looking for another car.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Mulegena
Don't suppose this has 4-wheel drive... but how does it handle these gnarly Baja roads?
I've always loved those Things... and we're looking for another car. |
They are Very basic Transportation .When in Acpulco a very long time ago we rented one . The next morning I called The Agency and told them to bring
us something else. We wound up with a New 9 Passenger VW Van It wasnt too bad.
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Bob H
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Oh, it's a Safari for sure.... copy and paste the entire link to see images...
http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=1974+vw+safari&qpvt=...
[Edited on 3-28-2013 by Bob H]
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bajaguy
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Mulegena
Don't suppose this has 4-wheel drive... but how does it handle these gnarly Baja roads?
I've always loved those Things... and we're looking for another car. |
A typical VW, however has more weight. Still rear wheel drive, handles normal graded dirt roads. Not much for off roading. A great drive around car.
Correct designation for the German built model is the Type 181, more commonly known as the "Thing"
[Edited on 3-28-2013 by bajaguy]
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Phil S
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I remember almost buying one in Loreto area a lot of years ago. They wanted $3k then, and it had to be at least 20 years ago. Unless this is a rust
bucket, it's a steal at that price. I've seen them advertised in the states upwards to $15,000.00 in average shape. someone better jump on this one
if you've got the money and running condition is o.k. I'd check it real close for rust if it's been at Chivato. fun car to drive, and perfect for
Baja. "fun in the sun" car. 4 door convertible anything as it becomes older starts cllimbing in price. Look at the prices of those in the 30's
& 40's era today. If it is rust free, at that price, it would be almost worth driving down from Oregon to buy & bring back. Providing as was
mentioned earlier, 'importable".
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I have had 2 of them..I disagee that they are not suitable for off roading..They will go almost anywhere except for places you shouldnt go
anyhow...Excellent buy if as stated.....Teenage daughter proof...
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How about rust..... whats the general body condition. Tnx Russ.
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I'm a VW guy and that looks to be a good deal and long as its not too rusted. Take a look at a website called "The Samba" its the most popular VW site
going, check out their classified section there are a lot of 74 things in there and you maybe under priced, you could always put it in their
classified section...it will sell.
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wasn't the 'Thing' based on just a WWII German army vehicle?
Dave
I moved to CO and they made me buy a little rod to make it feel like a real fish
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Just about "broke in" ........ appears the "airconditioning" still works 
Great "ride" 
[Edited on 3-29-2013 by wessongroup]
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chuckie
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I have no rust....A bit tarnished maybe
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Russ
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SOLD
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congrats.
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Thanks guys can't wait to get it picket up!lookin forward to meeting with you, not sure if I can make next week
I will let you know.
Thanks again.
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Congrats!!!!
On your new "Thing"
This is a great information and parts source. I have used them for years.
http://www.thethingshop.com/
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