Vehicle Details
- Year: 1978
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Rabbit
- VIN: 1783070564
- Mileage Shown: 49,698km (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Silver
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Burbank, CA 91505
- Lot #: V-0051691
Marketed as the Rabbit in North America, the Volkswagen Golf Mk1 was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and features a water-cooled front-mounted engine sending power to the front wheels. This two-door 1978 hatchback version is a Canadian-market car that was originally sold by Kessler Motors in Surrey, British Columbia. It comes equipped with a 1.5-liter inline-four engine paired with a 4-speed manual transaxle and is finished in silver over red vinyl and plaid cloth upholstery. The car has been customized with Bosch fog lights, 15” Corrado steel wheels, a rear spoiler, adjustable H&R coilovers, a Neuspeed front strut tower brace, Wilwood front brakes, a modified exhaust, and a Neuspeed throttle body. Imported from Canada to the U.S. in 2024, this classic VW Rabbit is now being offered for auction out of California.
This Rabbit has been refinished in its original shade of silver and customized with yellow-lens Bosch fog lights, a rear spoiler, and 15” steel wheels from a Volkswagen Corrado. The car rides on Nexen radial tires and is equipped with dual side mirrors, a fender-mounted antenna, chrome bumpers, body side moldings, a single exhaust outlet, and an external locking fuel cap. The seller reports that recent refurbishment includes new rocker trim clips, brake light bulbs, spoiler hardware, and wiper blades. Some corrosion is noted around the windshield and the inner front fenders. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The cabin features red vinyl upholstery with matching carpets and plaid cloth seat centers. The black dashboard houses a 180 km/h speedometer, heater controls, and an Alpine cassette stereo with an equalizer and two-way Alpine speakers. Other accessories include a brown two-spoke steering wheel, manual roll-up windows, three-point front seatbelts, rear lap belts, and a wooden gear knob with a Rabbit insignia. The seller notes the fuel level gauge is inoperable.
This VW is powered by a 1.5-liter inline-four engine paired with a 4-speed manual transaxle that drives the front wheels. The engine has been fitted with an upgraded Neuspeed throttle body and a modified non-catalyst exhaust with a MagnaFlow muffler. It was serviced in August 2024 with an oil change, new timing and alternator belts, and idle and valve adjustments. The suspension has been modified with adjustable H&R front coilovers and a Neuspeed front strut tower brace. The braking system has also been upgraded with Wilwood front calipers and cross-drilled rotors.
This sale will include an owner’s manual and a clean Montana title.
The seller would like you to know: "Thank you for viewing my Mk1 Rabbit, I’m really excited for everyone to enjoy this retro girl. The car has a great look, it makes lot’s of people smile when they see it. This car is in remarkable shape for its age and miles, it’s a very original-looking Canadian spec car. She starts easily, drives smoothly, and is fun all the time. We have done a lot of work to get this car to where she is now, she is ready for a fun fly and drive home, and she is turn-key! If you have any questions or need any more pictures, just ask."
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $9,250
- Auction End: Nov 22, 2024 07:30:00PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 9
Comments (33)
Highest Offer Received $10,000.00
Bid in the amount of $9,250
@SVAC and @Carter2142 Thank you both for the bids!
Bid in the amount of $9,000
Bid in the amount of $8,750
As we wind down into the final hour of this classic Rabbit auction, I would like to mention a couple of helpful housecleaning items before we reach the end:
1. Make sure to refresh your web browser prior to the end of the auction. Wouldn’t want you to be off of the auction clock timer. I have heard of this happening with heavy web traffic and bids right at the end. The clock resets for every bid under 2 mins, so no need to wait to bid!
2. I am happy to assist with worldwide shipping, so bid with confidence that we will get the car to you safely. I have worked with most of the auto haulers in the US so I can help this go smoothly.
3. This is a reserve auction, but we fully expect to meet its new owner today!
4. I will be monitoring the comment section and our emails for the remainder of the auction, so don’t hesitate to reach out.
5. Is your credit card up to date in your profile? PCar won’t let you bid if it isn’t. (this happened to me once)
This car has been a lot of fun to have around, we will miss it!!
Bid in the amount of $8,500
Bid in the amount of $8,250
@Bklyndave74 I can help with shipping anywhere in the US!
Can u help with shipping to the east coast ?
@carter2142 Thanks for the bid!
Wonderful looking car!
Bid in the amount of $8,000
@garrege I see the 90PS in picture 145. To be honest, I have no idea. The battery was in the car when I bought it so I don't know it's history. Thank you for the question!
Why is "90PS" written on the side of the battery?
Loving that interior 👌
@Bklyndave74 So do I! I drove it again yesterday, it's so much fun! Bid and it could be yours!
I love ❤️ this car!!!!
Hello PCar community the auction for this wonderful car will ending in a little less than 24 hours. I hope she will go on to a loving home. I’ve enjoyed seeing the level of interest she has been receiving. Thank you to current and future bidders, and to the winner, don’t worry this will be a smooth and trouble free transaction. If you have any questions or need any pictures please ask now so I have time to get back to you. Thank you!!
@svac Thank you for the bid!
Bid in the amount of $6,000
@mercedesshop Thank you for the bid!
Bid in the amount of $5,580
I used the Rabbit to run some errands tonight. The heater warmed me up fast and I recieved a thumbs up while getting gas. Such a cool car!
@garrege I thought about adding those but I kinda like the bare center cap look. The next owner will hopefully add a few things to make it their own.
To really finish the look of the wheels, you need the black center cap for the wheels.
Simple $15 part link below.
https://www.heritagepartscentre.com/us/871601171-wheel-centre-cap-for-g60-style-wheel.html
@jimmyjr Currenrly it can't be registered in California.
@drbruno Thank you for the bid!
I noticed it’s not currently registered in CA…will it pass smog requirements?
Ended at $9,200 on BaT two weeks ago.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-volkswagen-rabbit-5/
What a beauty!
Bid in the amount of $1,978
Welcome to my Rabbit Auction! This car is so much fun, easy to drive and get's the thumbs up. If you have any questions or Rabbit stories let us know!