Description
1971 Volkswagen 181 (‘Thing’, ‘Trekker’). Same owner last 22 years. Completely restored and improved including some subtle modifications.
Body
Rust free body. Painted VW Dove blue.
all metal front and rear wings. Indicators relocated into custom bumpers. Windscreen frame replaced with new as these always rot. New roof from The Thing Shop in USA.
Engine
Runs great, 1600cc, twin weber 34icts. Electronic ignition and stainless steel Python exhaust. New clutch, flywheel, battery and starter motor.
Brake system
Renewed, including master cylinder, brake lines, slave cylinders discs and calipers.
Suspension
3” Raised spindles, 3x3” trailing arms. Porsche 930 CVs, Rack and pinion steering w/ aluminium tie rods and Howes steering reducer. Widened front beam with sway-aways
Wheels
Fuchs alloys 6x16 rear, fronts FLAT4 4. 5x15. BFGs
Other bits
Aluminium tank, Race trim interior, early quick release steering wheel
