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Rabbit Pickup Diesel 4-Speed

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1981 Volkswagen

Rabbit Pickup Diesel 4-Speed



What We Like

Volkswagen's Rabbit Pickup is one of those cars that became a favorite among enthusiasts years after production ended. This Rabbit can achieve excellent fuel economy thanks to its efficient 1.6L inline-four-cylinder diesel engine paired with a lightweight chassis. A re-spray in copper, front chin spoiler, and rear roll pan enliven the exterior, while a set of basketweave-style BBS alloy wheels pairs with an upgraded suspension system to create just the right stance. This little Rabbit Pickup is ready to haul your stuff or turn heads at Cars and Coffee events… the choice is yours!

Vehicle Information

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LocationEldersburg, Maryland 21784
VIN / Chassis1V1LG0172BV054428
Mileage285,300 Miles Shown - TMU
Engine1.6L Diesel Inline-Four
Transmission4-Speed Manual
DrivetrainFWD
Exterior ColorCopper
Interior ColorBeige
Title StatusOther (Maryland)

Seller Information

Vehicle History & Overview

Per the included Carfax report this Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup was manufactured around January 1981 and was later registered in Virginia through August 2013. In September 2015, this Rabbit was registered in Maryland and has remained there since. The selling dealer acquired this Pickup, now showing 285,300 miles, in March 2023. According to Volkswagen, the factory-optional diesel engine allowed this little truck to haul up to 1,100 pounds when new. This truck benefits from a re-spray in its current shade of copper and has some nice upgrades including a front spoiler, BBS wheels, rear roll pan, upgraded suspension, and more as listed in the Modifications section below.

Equipment

  • 1.6L inline-four-cylinder diesel engine

  • 4-speed manual transmission

  • Manual windows/mirrors/locks

Modifications

  • Exterior color change to copper

  • Front spoiler

  • Smoked front corner marker and turn signal lights

  • 15" BBS wheels

  • Rear roll pan

  • Wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel

  • Aftermarket 5-speed shift knob and boot (transmission is 4-speed)

  • Aftermarket AM/FM/cassette audio unit

  • Carpeted dashboard cover

  • Relocated fuel filter assembly

  • Coil-over front suspension

  • Adjustable rear air shocks

Imperfections

  • Paint chips, scratches, and dents on the bodywork (see pictures below and in the main gallery)

  • Cracked dashboard

  • An accident declaring front-end damage is noted on the included Carfax report from November 2000

Additional Information

  • The included Carfax report shows this Rabbit Pickup was declared a total loss in November 2000, however it currently has a clean Maryland title

  • A driving video is shown below.

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