1981 Volkswagen Rabbit LX pickup review from North America
"Simply the best for all around use"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rust around the windshield requires constant attention.
Heavy rain results in 1 inch of water under the seats.
2nd set of tires.
2nd timing belt.
3rd vacuum pump kit.
2nd set of rear brakes. Original drums are still OK!
2nd set of front brakes. New disks too.
Emergency brake cables replaced.
Shifter boot ripped after 5 years.
Shifter bushings replaced.
Rear shocks rusted out.
Spare tire bracket rusted out.
Vent glass glue failed years ago.
Coolant overflow container replaced.
Brake Master cylinder replaced after 21 years of service.
General comments?
All and all this vehicle owes me nothing over the last 22 years.
Still gets 60 miles per gallon highway.
Recently passed air emissions test here in Vancouver Canada.
Comfortable ride.
I always have and continue to enjoy driving this vehicle.
As the years go by my Volkswagen Pickup truck gets a lot of attention. It looks new and the interior is immaculate.
In 2005 this truck will qualify for "Collector" plates.
All of the above problems have been repaired. Parts continue to be plentiful
for this vehicle. Parts are not all that expensive.
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| A machine pure at soul |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1983 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 22000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 244000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Viva |
| Date of Entry | 14th June, 2003 |