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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Diesel Pickup

236,168 MILEAGE
Standard Cab Pickup BODY TYPE
1.6L Diesel ENGINE
Manual TRANSMISSION
Diesel/Biodiesel FUEL

1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Diesel Pickup Description:

Working pickup. Great bike hauler. Driven almost every day. 40-45 mpg on Oregon Diesel (Some biodiesel). 5 speed transmission overhauled 2012. Engine rebuilt VW appropriate to year. Engine runs well. Guessing about 80000 miles on engine.
Biodiesel compatible. Recently replaced 4 radiator hoses, turn signal switch, and front axels. Windshield washer works. Clock works. Tires 2011 vintage.
New 1984 vintage radio. Works well.
Mileage recorded on odometer is approximate. Odometer stopped working a few months before transmission overhaul in 2012. Resumed working after transmission overhaul.
Some surface rust. Never driven on salted roads. Never housed in salt-water environment.
Right rear bumper end cracked. Left front bumper end missing.
Interior rough but serviceable. Door seals and bed cover seal original and due for replacement.
License plate lights replaced with LED light. Backup lights do not work. Note missing insulation and cover in engine compartment.
Currently licensed and titled.
Drivable as far as you have the courage to drive knowing you are driving a 36 year old vehicle.

Features:

Item location:Albany, Oregon, United States
VIN:1V1KG0171BV171817
Year:1981
Mileage:236,168
Make:Volkswagen
Model:Rabbit
SubModel:Pickup
Type:Standard Cab Pickup
Trim:Diesel Pickup
Color:White
Interior color:Tan
Engine:1.6L Diesel
Cylinders:4
Fuel:Diesel/Biodiesel
Transmission:Manual
Drive type:FWD
Drive side:Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title:Clear