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1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Gti Turbo on 2040-cars

US $3,500.00
Year:1984 Mileage:208000 Color: White /
 Gray
Location:

Heber City, Utah, United States

Heber City, Utah, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:ABA block 1.8v head
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1VWDC0171EV068982 Year: 1984
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Rabbit
Trim: GTi
Drive Type: fwd
Mileage: 208,000
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: White
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Gray
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

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I have for sale my 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTi.  It has an aba block swap with a 1.8v head and it has a turbo, boosting 6psi.  I bought the car already with the swap and the turbo installed so I don't how much about the swap, mileage of the motor or any detail pertaining to the swap.  What I do know is that this car will bring a smile to your face when you step on it and the turbo kicks in.  Its a fun car to drive to say the least.

Mechanically speaking the car runs good.  Its starts right up every time with no issue.  The fuel tank needs to be replaced or the hose that's inside the tank needs to be replace as it dies every time I make a right turn when the tank is less than half, if your familiar with this cars you'll know that its common thing on vw's  those years.  I just keep the tank full. Also the car sometimes cuts of at 4500 rpms. Its probably the timing so I'll be timing it with a timing light in the next few days.  Other than that the car runs well.

Body is in the decent shape for the year.  Its the original paint and its mainly straight with just a couple dents and very little surface rust, see pics.  Overall in good shape for the year, will not need much body work.

Interior is also good,  it has the full Recaro front and back seats off a '92 GLi and they are in good shape without any tears.  They could use a good cleaning but that's it.  Door panels are good with no tears, a few cracks on the top cover. Roof panel is great, not sagging and the dome light turns on when you open either door as well as the trunk light.  Dash was replace so its not the original and the bezels that go around the radio and heater/ac controls is missing.  No radio or a/c. Front windshield has a crack on passenger side, rest of the glass is good. Speedometer does not work and rpms work sometimes.  Original steering wheel include in sale.

Suspension it has Neuspeed lowering springs and stock struts in front and kyb shocks in back, however one of the rear shocks is leaking and would need to be replaced.

Please keep in mind that this is almost 30 year old car and its not perfect.  I would consider this a project but a running one and it can also be a daily driver.  It is definitely a car worth restoring.  Those were my plans but things have change in my life and so have the plans for this baby.  My daily is an Audi TT and I enjoy driving this GTi as much as I do my TT, some people don't get it but it't true.  Car is currently registered with current tags until the end of this month.  I would love to keep it but at this time its not possible.

I have described the car to the best of my knowledge and I might have forgotten somethings.  I'll keep updating this post.  The car is being sold as is where is with no guarantee or warranty express or implied. If you are interested and have questions feel free to call or text me at 915-503-8427, you can also contact me through ebay.

Buyer is responsible for arraigning transportation at their expense.  Car is located in Heber City, UT.  If you are in the area and want to come and check it or want to send someone to inspect it feel free to contact me to set a time.


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