1983 VW Rabbit GTI Callaway Stage 2 Turbo, White with Red Interior, 18,561 Miles

In addition to the many standard items. additional options and information include:

  *AM/FM Auto/Rev Cassette Stereo          Model:             1983 Rabbit Engine (Call. Turbo)

  *Vent Windows                                                                       4 Cylinder Fuel Injection

  *Color Coordinated Floor Mats                 Transmission:  5-Speed Performance Trans.

  *2-Door Hatchback. GTI                                                        3-Way Catalyst

  *Fuel injected engine                                   Title:                  Clear

  *Dual Rear Speakers                                   Color:                White with burgundy Interior

  *Callaway Stage 2 Turbo                           Fuel:                  Gas

    200 HP with Intercooler                           Mileage:            18. 61

HISTORY AND CONDITION - One-owner. great-condition 1983 VW GTI that has been garage kept and has only 18. 61 actual miles.   Purchased  December 31. 1982.   Turbo installed by Callaway TurboSystems in Old Lyme. Conn. . and picked up on 9-2-83.  

The owner consistently followed protocol for engine warm-up and cool down after boost (turbocharger) used.   Instructions for oil. gas. and engine care are written in front of Owners Manual.   All maintenance records are included.   Upgraded steering wheel. but original steering wheel is in good condition and goes with the car.  A red pin strip was added to the black stripe to match other red trim; easily removed if desired.

Tires have been replaced; battery replaced in 2009.   The inspection sticker is good until May 2014.   Interior of car like new.   Cloth upholstered contoured sport seats. front.   No tears. holes. etc. . anywhere.     Some paint chips on black aluminum bumpers. could be touched up. if desired.   The car has original factory paint…no restoration.   Questionable if another original 1983 VW GTI Callaway Turbo with this low mileage and in this great condition could be found today.

The owner had a lot of fun driving this car on weekend outings. especially around curves for its handling and quick response at a stop light or passing other cars. This car is an antique so insurance and licensing will not be too hard on the pocketbook.   Owner was an engineer who appreciated the technical research and endurance testing for “…a sophisticated product of engineering for which this vehicle was designed for maximum efficiency and driving pleasure. as stated in the Owners Manual.  

This 1983 VW GTI was highlighted at the time by Car and Driver (see Nov. 1982 edition). Road and Track. Motor Trend. Volkswagen and Porsche. and other news magazines.   It's been listed in Automobile magazine as 1981-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI – Collectible Classic.   Although rare. this VW GTI has been well cared for and is in great to excellent condition for its age.   

Turbocharger cost was an additional $4500. 00. added to the cost of this 1983 VW GTI.   As a Collectible Classic. this car should maintain or increase in value with inflation.  

(Car to be auctioned; reserve will be placed.   Reserve the right to end auction; but if it finalizes. will quickly honor your winning bid.   Please put deposit of at least $500. 00 via PayPal and the balance via wire. check. or other secure method.   Buyer is responsible for vehicle pick-up and/or shipping.  Effort will be made for inspection of vehicle at buyer's time and expense prior to close of sale).

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