Spotted on Facebook Marketplace — this 1973 Volkswagen Thing is up for grabs in Surprise, Arizona! Just a 40min drive northwest of Phoenix.
As of the time of this post, it is still available – you can find current pricing and contact the seller at the ad on Facebook Marketplace. We also have an aggregated version in our marketplace that links directly to it. You can find that at the bottom of this page just below the pictures.
Summary
Vintage 1973 VW Thing with manual transmission, running condition, and a clean title. It features a removable hardtop, removable windows and doors, a folding front windshield, and folding rear seats that create a flat platform. Mileage is unknown, and the speedometer is not currently working. Located in Arizona, with shipping costs covered by the buyer.
Key Info:
- Location: Surprise, AZ
- Year: 1973
- Original Ad Source: Facebook Marketplace
- Asking Price: $14,500 (as of 9/29/26)
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Seller Write-up
Vintage 1973 VW Thing with manual transmission. Runs clean.
Features & Condition
• Manual transmission
• Clean Title
• Hard top (removable)
• Windows and door removable
• Front Windshield folds down
• Back seats food down to make a platform
• Perfect for a collector or VW lover
• Unsure of exact milage
• Speedometer isn’t working
Car in Arizona. Buyer covers cost of shipping.
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CLICK HERE to view this 1973 VW Thing in our Marketplace
**Please note this VW Thing was originally listed for sale in September of 2026. Depending on when you are viewing this article it may have since been sold.**
Last Updated on October 2, 2026 by vwthing
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