1980 Volkswagen Vw Pickup - Rabbit Golf Caddy on 2040-cars
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Body Type:Pickup Truck
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.6 Liter 4 Cylinder Diesel
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Rabbit
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Regular Cab
Trim: Base Pickup
Power Options: Heater (Never Equipped with Air)
Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Mileage: 120,575
Exterior Color: Blue
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 4
For sale, 1980 Volkswagen Pickup. If you want a nice vintage Volkswagen pickup truck, here it is. As a VW enthusiast and collector, I looked for a nice clean VW pickup for years. These trucks were based on the VW Rabbit and were made (and sold) in the US from 1980 through 1983 at the Westmoreland, Pennsylvania assembly plant. Called the VW Pickup here in the US, they were referred to as the VW Caddy in Europe.
Last summer I was able to obtain this truck which was originally a California car in the San Francisco area. Since then it's been in Las Vegas; so it's a nice dry truck without the usual rust problems you see in most of these old VW pickups. All original and in excellent condition for a 33 year old truck. Paint is the original factory blue paint code LE5B. It's been touched up in some places due to rock chips and minor scratches but still looks good. The interior still looks decent too. Original carpet isn't perfect but still in very serviceable shape as you can see in the photos. I'll also include a pair of blue floormats I bought and keep in the truck to protect it even further. No tears in the seats or door panels. Original wheels and hubcaps. Previous owner had done the following work about 2 years ago.
- Engine was professionally bored and rebuilt with new bearings and seals
- Kolbenschmidt 0.55 mm oversize pistons
- Mahle rod and main bearings
- Rebuilt fuel injection pump
- New Graf water pump
- New OEM oil pump
- New clutch and flywheel
- New clutch cable
- New gas accelerator cable
- New coolant expansion tank
- New front grill
- Chrome all metal door handles
- Chrome all metal external mirrors
- Chrome all metal door handles (inside)
- Chrome all metal window cranks
- Clear side markers and front turn signal lenses
After driving it home to Las Vegas, I invested another $1,700 into it. Replaced the diesel fuel lines, replaced 2 fuel injectors, replace one headlight, repair electrical problem on the headlights as well. Work was professionally done by Findlay Volkswagen North in Las Vegas. Replaced some fuses so the headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, and horn all work well now. Rock chips in windshield repaired by Safelite Auto Glass. Battery replaced in February with a new DuraLast battery from Autozone. Runs good. Here's a video of the truck running.
These old diesel Volkswagen pickups also get amazing mileage too. About 35 mpg in town and 45 on the highway. Last year when gas prices got a little ridiculous, I would often leave my Lincoln Town Car at home and occassionally take this little truck to work.
Not a show car by any means; just minor wear and tear that is way below average. I get compliments on how clean and original this truck is all the time from VW and car enthusiasts in general. Could be a great restoration project or just enjoy it "as is" as I have done. I intended to show it in the original classes of some vintage VW and general car shows but haven't really had the opportunity to do so in the past year due to health related issues. I've got about $8,900 invested into this vehicle but my loss is your gain. Serious bidders only please. $500 deposit via PayPal due within 48 hours of auction close. Remainder due in cash or cashiers check. Funds must be cleared before title is released.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask here on eBay; or call me at (702) 203-7464. Thanks and happy bidding.
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