1984 Volkswagen Rabbit

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BEAUTIFUL VW Rabbit Turbo Diesel. Car began life as a non-turbo diesel 4 speed. About 2 years ago, the engine was swapped with a turbo-diesel and 5 speed transmission. At that time, an intercooler from a Saab was added with custom aluminum piping. Anyone who knows these little diesels knows they were not big on power. With the 4 speed transmission, highway cruising speeds (70-75) were not all that comfy - especially when going up a lengthy hill. But not with this car. The turbo spools up and away you go - no downshifting necessary. This is a wonderful setup and the car still retains 40+ mpg. Other modifications: Cross bracing for the shock towersAnti-sway barsPolyurethane bushingsAdjustable lowering springs on all four corners. (Currently lowered 1.5" but can be raised easily - tool included)Techtonics stainless exhaust (sounds awesome)Saab IntercoolerRecent Bosch Glow plugsRebuilt Injector pumpTACHOMETERSnowflake wheelsR134a Air Conditioning ConversionThule Luggage Rack (with every attachment available in the 80's)Lip spoiler on the front.Kenwood HD radio tunerPaint about a year old.Windshield about a year old.Removable tow bar. I've never used it. I installed it to tow the car to South Florida but changed my mind. I will remove it if you do not want it.Vintage Hella Fog lamps The body was near flawless and ZERO RUST ANYWHERE before the re-paint. I have before pictures available. The paint had become "thin" and buffed through to the primer in a few places. So I had a reputable local shop spray a base coat/clear coat Dupont paint, wet sand and buff to a beautiful finish ($1,700). It is nicer than original. This is no Maaco paint job. Original interior has no rips or tears. There is one small spot on the carpet in the left rear but other than that the carpet is perfect. The dash has no cracks. This has been a Georgia Vehicle its entire life. I have many of the records from the original owner. It has been well-maintained and cared for its entire life. This is really a wonderful car that I would drive anywhere. I travel between two cities. This car sits for two weeks at a time in a garage and it starts every time no matter how cold it is. It would be difficult for you to find a nicer Mk 1 Diesel anywhere. It really is that nice. I am only selling it because I cannot tow my boat with it. I need a tow vehicle in Atlanta. Your winning bid is a binding contract to buy. $500 deposit due within 48 hours. Balance paid on pickup. Because of my travel, vehicle must be picked up and paid for between Friday February 22nd and Tuesday February 26th. Please make sure this is acceptable prior to placing a bid. Georgia does not require titles for vehicles before 1986. Therefore, this vehicle is sold with a Bill of Sale and a copy of the tag registration in my name. Check my feedback - bid with confidence. Please don't wait to the last minute to start asking questions. You might be too late. On Feb-09-13 at 19:26:05 PST, seller added the following information: Bidders with Zero Feedback will not be accepted.  Bidders must be at least 18 years of age.