1973 Volkswagen Thing for sale in San Luis Obispo CA

1973 Volkswagen Thing

Offered by British Sports Cars – San Luis Obispo, CA

Since 1980, British Sports Cars has proudly served downtown San Luis Obispo, specializing in unique and fun classics like this incredible 1973 Volkswagen Thing. These cars are absolutely fantastic and guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

I’m often asked what my favorite car is. For me, it’s not necessarily about performance or prestige—it’s about pure enjoyment. And the Volkswagen Thing is easily one of the top cars that delivers that kind of fun. Whether you’re cruising with the top up or down, doors on or off, heading to the beach, or wine tasting along the coast, this is a car that turns every drive into an adventure. It’s a lot of fun—and a lot of bang for your buck.

This particular example has spent its entire life in California—between the Central Valley and the Central Coast—and remains an extraordinarily original, well-preserved example. It retains approximately 75% of its original paint, and the originality throughout is remarkable. The seats, paint, and overall presentation are phenomenal. The underside is rust-free, and the car has never been in an accident. It drives beautifully—smooth, solid, and exactly as it should.

We’ve had many of these over the years, but this one truly stands out as the nicest we’ve seen. It checks all the boxes: originality, condition, provenance, and charm. This is a virtually one-family-owned, California car from new—something you just don’t find often.

You will not find a better, more original Volkswagen Thing anywhere.
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