Vehicle Details
- Year: 1981
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Rabbit LS
- VIN: 1VWCB9172BV172184
- Mileage Shown: 22,043
- Transmission: Automatic
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Royal Red
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Southlake, TX 76092
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0058097
Introduced as the American-market version of the MK1 Golf, the Volkswagen Rabbit LS features European styling, engineering, and interior refinements to the reliable front-wheel-drive hatchback platform. Powered by a 1.6-liter inline-four engine paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission, this 1981 example is finished in Royal Red over a tan interior. It features front disc brakes, a MacPherson strut front suspension, 13” steel wheels, an AM/FM cassette radio, and more. Showing over 22k miles on the odometer, this Rabbit is now being offered for auction by its seller out of Texas.
The car is finished in Royal Red (LE3C) and features chrome bumpers with black bumperettes, round sealed-beam headlights, polished wheel arch trim, dual side mirrors, black side moldings with integrated chrome accents, and rides on factory 13″ steel wheels with hubcaps. The seller states the body presents well for its age, with no visible rust, although there are minor scratches around the door handles and body panels. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
Inside, the cabin features tan vinyl upholstery, matching carpeting and door panels, and a replacement headliner. Accessories include a four-spoke steering wheel, manual crank windows, and a factory AM/FM radio. The seller notes that while the air conditioning system is currently inoperative, the OEM compressor is present, and the system does blow air. The oxygen sensor warning light is illuminated, although all other electronics and gauges are reported to function properly.
Power comes from a fuel-injected 1.6-liter inline-four engine driving the front wheels through a 3-speed automatic transmission. The chassis is equipped with MacPherson strut front suspension and a semi-independent torsion beam rear axle, while braking power is facilitated by front discs and rear drums. While the car reportedly drives well and is used regularly, the seller recommends testing and tuning the fuel distributor for optimal performance.
This sale will include the owner’s manuals, a window sticker, a toolkit, a spare tire, an air pump, a sales brochure, sales documents, and a clean title.
The seller would like you to know: “Great car just need o be driven daily and enjoyed these cars don’t like to sit for long periods of time. I would get the fuel distributor test and tune just to make sure the fuel delivery is spot on.”
Auction Results
- Sold for: $6,500
- Auction End: Jul 02, 2025 07:00:00PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 5
Comments (11)
Sold for $6,500
Dropped the reserve to 6500 lets gooo
We are close to my reserve let’s get this car sold!!
Let’s gooooooooo
I hope someone who gets this car will enjoy it as much as I do!!
Bid in the amount of $6,500
Good to see some people biding
Good luck to u guys. This is a great car and anyone that gets it will enjoy it as much as I do!
Bid in the amount of $5,000
Bid in the amount of $1,500
Bid in the amount of $1,250
Bid in the amount of $1,000
Hello everyone this is my 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit – One Owner, 22k Miles, Pristine Condition 1 owner for 40years
This is a rare opportunity to own a truly classic 1981 VW Rabbit in incredible condition. One-owner car with only 22,000 original miles, always garage kept and meticulously maintained. This beauty is a 9/10 condition inside and out, with no rust and comes complete with original dealership paperwork, window sticker, and documentation.
It’s hard to find them this clean and original. A perfect piece for collectors or VW enthusiasts looking for an untouched gem.
Looking for a good home