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£8,697

1.9L Turbodiesel-Powered 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup LX 5-Speed

United States • 2 Apr 2026 • Lot Lot #236081

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AI Listing Summary

This 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup LX features a 1.9L turbodiesel engine, five-speed manual transaxle, and several modifications from 2024. It presents cosmetic wear, including paint blending and interior stains, but includes desirable upgrades like air conditioning and a Nardi steering wheel.

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Condition 

6

The car has moderate wear, paint blending on the door and fender, carpet stains, and a climate-control fan that works intermittently. Some reconditioning is likely required.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

1V1LG0171BV026992

Odometer:

175,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU Replacement 1.9L Turbodiesel Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transaxle White Paint Blue Vinyl & Cloth Upholstery 14" Alloy Wheels Front Disc Brakes Tonneau Cover Trailer Hitch Air Conditioning Pioneer CD Stereo Nardi Wood-Rimmed Steering Wheel Damage-Free Carfax Report
This 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup LX was modified in 2024 with the installation of a 1.9-liter AAZ turbodiesel inline-four along with a resealed five-speed transaxle, 14″ alloy wheels, and a Mishimoto intercooler.

The brakes, steering, and suspension were overhauled, and replacement tires and air-conditioning components were installed along with more as detailed below.

Finished in white over blue vinyl and cloth upholstery, the truck is equipped with front disc brakes, a 35-gallon fuel tank, a sliding rear window, a tonneau cover, a Nardi wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a Pioneer CD stereo.

Recently acquired by the selling dealer, this Rabbit Pickup is offered with an owner’s manual, parts and service records, a da...

Points of note

£405

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£9,096

Median Price (Since 2020)

£34,419

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