1983 Volkswagen Rabbit LS review from North America
"A great car for the commute"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The glow plugs went, a very inexpensive, but frustrating repair.
Odometer doesn't work.
Broken engine mount, inexpensive and easy to repair.
Parking brake cables are seized up.
Broken vent-windows.
General comments?
Its generally a fantastic car. It doesn't have much in the horsepower department, but I get between 50-60miles per gallon with it. It sounds like a John Deere tractor! And its very reliable, even in the winter. It's definatly a head turner.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 76000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep CJ7 |
| Date of Entry | 19th June, 2001 |