Volkswagen Typ 181 "Kübel" (1971)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a VW Type 181 Kübel from 1971 in Sahara Beige, with olive green interior.

Highlights:

• From 3rd hand, with TÜV and immediately ready to drive
• H license plate
• Partially restored and partially repainted
• Expert opinion from 11/2024 available, this shows a market value of €21,200
• Folding windshield and removable doors
• In the current ownership approx. 7000€ were invested

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1971
• First registration: Germany, 1971
• Location: 26203 Wardenburg, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3 (owned by the seller since 2017)
• Licensed
• TÜV until 05/2025
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Immediately ready to drive
• Valuation report available

Model history

The VW Type 181, also known colloquially as the "Kübel", was originally developed for the military and produced from 1969. Its robust design and simple technology made it a popular emergency vehicle that was used in many countries. The Type 181 was known for its versatility and off-road capability, which also made it popular with civilian users. The technical components were based on proven assemblies from other Volkswagen models, which kept development and maintenance costs low. A unique selling point was the ability to completely remove the doors and fold down the windshield.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Sahara Beige
• Interior with olive green front seats and rear bench seat
• Manual fabric soft top
• Partially repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 1.6 liter four-cylinder boxer engine with 44 hp
• 4-speed manual gearbox
• Last engine service in December 2023

Mileage:

• 84,762 km (read off),
• Mileage can be partially traced
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, valuation report

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: Old
• Brakes: 50-70%
• Bodywork: scratches, dents, rust spots, signs of wear due to age
• Underbody re-welded with superficial rust
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Known defects

• Used condition
• Function of the auxiliary heating not tested
• Interior with age-related signs of wear and minor visual defects
• Body and underbody with superficial rust spots
• Engine compartment and underbody slightly damp with oil
• The 3rd gear should be checked, it slips out from time to time
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary of the vehicle

For sale is a VW Type 181 Kübel from 1971, which is in used condition. The vehicle is third-hand, immediately ready to drive, has an H license plate and TÜV until May 2025. It has been partially restored and repainted, whereby the underbody has been re-welded and is superficially rusty. The car has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder boxer engine with 44 hp and a mileage of 84,762 km. Despite age-related signs of use, the vehicle is in solid condition and ready for new adventures. Take this opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive history.