Partially Restored Vw Rabbit Pickup Caddy 1.9 Diesel Looks & Runs Great!!! on 2040-cars
Sag Harbor, New York, United States
Body Type:Pickup Truck
Engine:1.9 Diesel
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Rabbit
Trim: Pickup
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Regular Cab
Drive Type: FWD
Options: CD Player
Mileage: 151,762
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Sub Model: LX
Exterior Color: Tan
Interior Color: Burgundy
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Hello and Welcome. Featured here is my great running, partially restored 1982 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT PICKUP TRUCK (CADDY) DIESEL. This is the deluxe version(LX model) which is a little more luxuriously appointed, and has a few more creature comforts than the base model vehicle, such as better cabin insulation and sound-deadening, 5-speed manual overdrive transmission, this is a highly desirable, hard to find vehicle that I'm not happy about selling. I spent more money on this truck than I could ever imagine recovering, but my loss is your gain!! This truck is fully loaded including a modern, powerful 1.9 Liter Diesel engine, factory A/C, CD Player, Sport Suspension, and Vented Front Disc Brakes.
I bought this truck in 2008 which is when most of the work was done, since that time it has been garage kept and driven under 100miles/year only during the summer months and never in the winter. This is an amazing little truck and is just a few steps away from a full restoration. Since buying this vehicle in 2008 i've had two kids and can no longer keep cash tied up in a "project" as wife calls it.
The work that was done in 2008 includes the following:
1. The stock 1.5 Liter Diesel engine was replaced by a NEW modern VW/Audi 1.9 Liter Turbo-Diesel (TD) engine installed in a Normally Aspirated (NA) configuration.
2. NEW Injectors.
3. NEW Glow-Plugs.
4. NEW Gaskets & Seals.
5. NEW Timing Belt.
6. NEW Tensioner.
7. BOSCH factory Remanufactured Injection Pump.
8. NEW Engine Mounts.
9. NEW Transmission mounts.
10. Intake Manifold/Air Box Upgrade to Later Model Setup.
11. NEW Fuel, Air, and Oil Filters.
12. NEW Oil Cooler.
13. NEW Clutch Assembly.
14. NEW Belts all around.
15. NEW Coolant Hoses.
16. NEW Clutch Cable.
17. NEW Accelerator Cable.
18. NEW Hood-Release Cable.
19. Hood Latch Upgraded to Later-Model Type.
20. NEW Coolant Reservoir.
21. NEW fuel lines.
22. NEW Fuel Cap.
23. NEW Shift Linkage + Bushings.
24. NEW Heavy-Duty Radiator.
25. NEW Radiator Fan Motor Late-Model Upgrade (6 Blades).
26. NEW Water Pump assembly.
27. NEW Thermostat.
28. AC Upgraded to R-134A with Late Model Compressor & Matching Lines, NEW Receiver/Drier, Seals, etc.
29. NEW Late-Model Reduction-Gear Starter.
30. NEW Alternator.
31. NEW Steering Column Bearing.
32. NEW Radiator Fan Switch.
33. NEW Battery.
34. NEW Battery cables.
35. NEW Front & Rear Wheel Bearings.
36. NEW Drive-Shafts.
37. NEW Front Struts.
38. NEW Front Upper Strut Mounts and Bearings.
39. NEW Velour Headliner and Interior Cabin Lining.
40. NEW Front Brake Pads.
41. NEW Front Brake Calipers.
42. NEW Front Vented Rotors.
43. NEW Rear Brakes incl. Shoes, & Hardware.
44. NEW Rear Wheel Hydraulic Cylinders.
45. NEW Master Cylinder upgraded to Late Model Cabriolet setup w/matching Power Booster.
46. NEW Tires all around.
48. NEW Windshield Rubber.
49. NEW BOSCH Wiper Blades.
50. Rear Solid Glass Window upgraded to Slider Window w/NEW Rubber.
51. NEW JVC AM/FM CD Player w/Remote.
52. NEW Speakers.
53. NEW OEM Leather 5-Speed Shifter Knob..
54. Stock door panels replaced and upgraded to later model European type panels w/matching arm-rests.
55. NEW pedal rubbers.
56. ALL Fluids drained out, flushed and replaced, including Coolant, Engine Oil, Gear Oil, Windshield Washer Fluid, Hydraulic Fluid, Power-Steering Fluid.
57. NEW exhaust exhaust hangers, Flex Pipe and gaskets.
58. NEW Bulbs/fuses as needed.
59. Body Side Moldings.
60. Upgraded Deluxe Front Grille.
61. NEW Complete Lock Set including Steering Ignition Lock, Left & Right Door Handle Assemblies all keyed alike, w/2 NEW Matching Keys.
62. NEW Ignition Switch.
63. NEW Emergency Brake Cables.
****NOTE**** MOST of the parts used in this restoration are genuine VW/Audi items, many of them are OEM, NOS. So, most of you know that genuine parts do NOT come cheap. I spared no expense ! There are no generic Pep Boys/Kragen parts used with the exception of maybe a nut or bolt or something extremely minor. So, if you want something nice, this is it!
This is a solid vehicle. The body is fairly nice and straight, the doors shut nice and tight, the bed is almost flawless, the tail-gate is straight and shuts nice, the dashboard is in good shape, the carpeting, door panels are all in very decent shape considering this truck is 33 years old! The seats are in good shape. All lights, instruments and horn work well. The AC could use a recharge but does blow cool, not cold. The new AM/FM/CD Player makes fairly nice sounds. The new 1.9 liter Diesel Engine (Engine Code AAZ) is smooth and quiet, partly due to its hydraulic lifters which never need adjusting, and much more powerful and torquey than the old stock 1.5 Diesel engine it replaced, (68HP/100ft.lbs torque vs 48HP 60ft.lbs torque)allows this truck to cruise the Interstate comfortably at 65 MPH in 5th gear all day long without even breaking a sweat! It goes up most hills without having to down-shift and is absolutely a pleasure to drive.
****NOTE**** The engine used here is a factory Turbo-Diesel (TD) Block, and in the current configuration puts out almost identical performance figures to the old and now obsolete 1.6TD engine which a lot of folks like to stick in these vehicles, it achieves an excellent Power-To-Weight Ratio for this particular vehicle, without the added hassles and cost of turbocharging. However, if you feel the need to, you could always bolt on a turbo to this engine as it is already capable of being turbocharged.
This Caddy steers straight, the 5-speed manual overdrive transmission w/all new linkage parts shifts crisply and smoothly, it accelerates and stops well, with the GTI Vented Rotors in front, and goes over bumps nice and quiet. It handles really well, with the help of GTI suspension bits which it has been upgraded to, including the addition of a factory GTI sway-bar in the front. Overall, this is a very nice vehicle, and, with proper maintenance and regular oil changes should last forever. These Rabbit Diesels are famous for longevity, reliability, and practicality, and at barely 150K miles on the chassis this one has a lot of life left in it. Almost everything on this vehicle which in my opinion needed repair or replacement has been discarded and was replaced with NEW OEM parts. That includes all the items listed above and maybe a few more items which I might have over-looked. This truck represents excellent value for your money. It looks sharp and runs great, and turns heads everywhere! NOT to mention that Diesel engines get great fuel mileage, at an average between 40-45 MPG, and, if you install a Bio-Diesel or WVO kit, you could be running this fine truck for next to nothing!
Please contact us for further details. Thank You. and Happy Bidding.
I have tried to describe this vehicle to the best of my knowledge and ability, but if I have unknowingly missed anything, I sincerely apologize.
Please remember that this is NOT a brand NEW vehicle. This vehicle is still 31 years old and may still have a few imperfections, however minor. Overall, this is still a very fine example of a by-gone era in automotive engineering.
****NOTE**** FOLKS, IT’S TRUE THERE ARE PLENTY OF SUCH VEHICLES OUT THERE IN THE $200-$5000 RANGE. THIS DOES NOT, HOWEVER, HAPPEN TO BE ONE OF THEM. SO, IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A CHEAP BEATER TO DRIVE TO WORK THEN THIS TRUCK MOST DEFINITELY IS NOT IT. THIS IS WAY TOO NICE AND HAS WAY TOO MANY HOURS OF WORK PUT INTO IT, WHICH I CAN NEVER BE ADEQUATELY COMPENSATED FOR, AND TONS OF NEW PARTS INSTALLED AS LISTED ABOVE (YOU DO THE MATH!) SO PLEASE DO NOT INSULT OUR INTELLIGENCE BY TRYING TO LOW-BALL US. SURELY YOU KNOW HOW MUCH ALL THIS STUFF COSTS………. THIS VEHICLE DOES HAVE PLENTY GOING FOR IT, SO PLEASE TRY TO BE REASONABLE AND BID ACCORDINGLY. THE RESERVE IS SET AT A PRETTY REASONABLE AMOUNT, WAY BELOW WHAT I HAVE ACTUALITY HAVE INVESTED INTO THIS FINE VEHICLE.
THIS VEHICLE COMES WITH A CLEAR NEW YORK TITLE AND CURRENT TAGS. THIS VEHICLE IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. PLEASE BID ONLY IF YOU INTEND TO BUY. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT BY BIDDING ON THIS VEHICLE, YOU ARE ENTERING INTO A LEGAL CONTRACT TO PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE. ALL QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME, FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY. $1000 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT TO BE RECEIVED AT CLOSE OF AUCTION, BALANCE TO BE RECEIVED IN FULL WITHIN 72 HOURS OF CLOSE OF AUCTION.
IF YOU ARE THE WINNING BIDDER, YOU ARE WELCOME TO FLY OR DRIVE IN AND DRIVE THIS VEHICLE BACK. IF YOU DECIDE TO HAVE IT SHIPPED TO YOU, I WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO DELIVER THIS VEHICLE TO THE SHIPPER OF YOUR CHOICE. PLEASE INFORM ME OF YOUR INTENTIONS AND I WILL HELP IN ANY WAY I CAN TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
PICK UP WHERE I LEFT OFF, THIS TRUCK DESERVES A GOOD HOME! WITH TWO KIDS NOW THIS TRUCK JUST DOESN'T GET THE KIND OF LOVE SHE DESERVES. MY LOSS IS YOUR GAIN...
Good luck with your bids, and Thank You for looking!
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