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34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

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34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

This 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible is a Wolfsburg Edition example that was delivered new to Falvey Autos in Troy, Michigan, and reportedly remained in the state with the original owner until the seller’s acquisition in October 2004. The car is finished in Montigo Black Metallic over black leather and striped cloth interior and is powered by a 1.8-liter inline-four paired mated to a five-speed manual transaxle. Equipment includes a black convertible top with a heated rear window, a fully independent suspension, a factory cassette stereo, cruise control, and air conditioning. Wolfsburg Edition features consisted of unique badging, 13″ Tarantula wheels, and front sport seats. This Cabriolet shows 34k miles and is offered with a top boot, a window sticker, manufacturer’s literature, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Michigan title assigned to the seller’s trust.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

The car is finished in Montego Black Metallic and features polished beltline trim, Karmann badging, Wolfsburg Edition fender medallions, and a black convertible top with a heated rear window. A black top boot is included in the sale and depicted above.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

Factory 13″ Tarantula wheels are wrapped in 175/70 Remington Himax 70 Radial M&S tires. A fully independent suspension with front and rear stabilizer bars was standard equipment, and stopping power is provided by front vented discs and rear drums.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

The seats are upholstered in black leather with striped cloth inserts, and matching upholstery accents the door panels. The car was optioned with air conditioning and cruise control, and additional appointments include crank windows, an integrated roll bar, and a cassette stereo linked to a Craig graphic equalizer.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

The four-spoke steering frames a 120-mph speedometer, a digital clock, and a tachometer with inset gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. Readouts for voltage, oil pressure, and oil temperature are mounted in the center stack. The six-digit odometer shows 34k miles, approximately 2k of which have been added under current ownership.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

The 1.8-liter inline-four is equipped with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and was factory rated at 90 horsepower and 100 lb-ft of torque. The air conditioning has been converted to R134, and an oil change was performed in 2020.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

Power is delivered to the front wheels through a five-speed manual transaxle.

34k-Mile 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

The window sticker shows factory colors and equipment as well as an original MSRP of $12,580. Service records and manufacturer’s literature are included in the sale.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and lists history in Michigan beginning with the first entry in October 2004 through the most recent entry in June 2017.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $26,900 by kmiht0723
Auction Ended August 26, 2022 at 2:30PM PT
Bids 65
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BaT Essentials

Seller: Slapshotty
Location: Utica, Michigan 48316
Listing Details
  • Chassis: WVWCA0156EK018955
  • 34k Miles Shown
  • 1.8-Liter Inline-Four
  • Five-Speed Manual Transaxle
  • Montego Black Metallic Paint
  • Black Leather & Striped Cloth Upholstery
  • 13" Tarantula Wheels
  • Black Convertible Top
  • Black Top Boot
  • Cruise Control
  • Air Conditioning
  • Craig Graphic Equalizer
  • AM/FM Cassette Stereo
  • Window Sticker
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #82659