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£13,836
1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup Sportruck 5-Speed
United States • 12 Apr 2026 • Lot Lot #237565
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup Sportruck, one of 500 produced, features a repaint in Royal Red and Autumn Tan leatherette upholstery. It's powered by a 1.7-liter inline-four with a five-speed manual transaxle and includes aftermarket modifications; it also has some mileage discrepancies noted in its history.
Condition
6
The car has been repainted, indicating some cosmetic work was needed. The odometer reading is partially obscured, and there's a mileage inconsistency reported in 1999. There is mention of wear on the exterior, interior, and/or wheels, indicating it is not in top condition but still presentable.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1V1MB0179BV072914
Odometer:
89,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
1.7-Liter Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transaxle Repainted Royal Red Autumn Tan Leatherette Upholstery 13″ Eight-Hole Steel Wheels Front Disc Brakes Front Spoiler Sliding Rear Window Cabin Heater AM/FM Stereo Accident-Free Carfax Report
This 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup is one of approximately 500 Sportruck editions produced, and it is said to have been used by its original owner as a shop truck at Queensboro Volkswagen in New York until 2007, when it was purchased by the seller.
The truck has been repainted in Royal Red over Autumn Tan leatherette upholstery and is powered by a 1.7-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes an aftermarket exhaust system, 13″ eight-hole steel wheels, front disc brakes, a front spoiler, a sliding rear window, a cabin heater, and an AM/FM radio.
This Rabbit Pickup is offered with spare parts, an accident-free Carfax report, and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.
The truck was finished from the factory ...
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£405
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,096
Median Price (Since 2020)
£34,419
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