1981 Volkswagen Rabbit GL Deluxe Review

Vehicle Overview Vehicle Specifications Specs Recalls

Vehicle Overview

1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is manufactured in United States. It has a comfortable HATCHBACK 2-DR body style. The engine is powerful and comprises 1.7L L4 SOHC 8V. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit has had 4 recalls in the past 43 years.

Year: 1981
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Rabbit
Trim: GL Deluxe
Made In: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Engine: 1.7L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: Not on File
Driveline: FWD
Seating: Not on File
MSRP: $Not on File
MPG: Not on File
Tires: Not on File
Tank Size: Not on File

Popular VINs

1VWCB9179BV158556
1VWCB9170BV029069
1VWCB9175BV126140
1VWCB9176BV130326

Popular VINs

1VWCB9175BV126140
1VWCB9179BV158556
1VWCB9170BV029069
1VWCB9176BV130326

Vehicle Specifications

year:

1981

Make:

Volkswagen

Model:

Rabbit

Trim Level:

GL Deluxe

Manufactured In:

UNITED STATES

Production Seq. Number:

029069

Body Style:

HATCHBACK 2-DR

Engine Type:

1.7L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission-short:

Not on File

Transmission-long:

Not on File

Driveline:

FWD

Tank:

Not on File

Fuel Economy-city:

Not on File

Fuel Economy-highway:

Not on File

Anti-Brake System:

Not on File

Steering Type:

Not on File

Front Brake Type:

Not on File

Rear Brake Type:

Not on File

Turning Diameter:

Not on File

Front Suspension:

Not on File

Rear Suspension:

Not on File

Front Spring Type:

Not on File

Rear Spring Type:

Not on File

Tires:

Not on File

Front Headroom:

Not on File

Rear Headroom:

Not on File

Front Legroom:

Not on File

Rear Legroom:

Not on File

Front Shoulder Room:

Not on File

Rear Shoulder Room:

Not on File

Front Hip Room:

Not on File

Rear Hip Room:

Not on File

Interior Trim:

Not on File

Exterior Color:

Not on File

Curb Weight-automatic:

Not on File

Curb Weight-manual:

Not on File

Overall Length:

Not on File

Overall Width:

Not on File

Overall Height:

Not on File

Wheelbase:

Not on File

Ground Clearance:

Not on File

Track Front:

Not on File

Track Rear:

Not on File

Cargo Length:

Not on File

Width at Wheelwell:

Not on File

Width at Wall:

Not on File

Depth:

Not on File

Standard Seating:

Not on File

Optional Seating:

Not on File

Passenger Volume:

Not on File

Cargo Volume:

Not on File

Standard Towing:

Not on File

Maximum Towing:

Not on File

Standard Payload:

Not on File

Maximum Payload:

Not on File

Standard GVWR:

Not on File

Maximum GVWR:

Not on File

Basic-duration:

Not on File

Basic-distance:

Not on File

Powertrain-duration:

Not on File

Powertrain-distance:

Not on File

Rust-duration:

Not on File

Rust-distance:

Not on File

MSRP:

Not on File

Dealer Invoice:

Not on File

Destination Charge:

Not on File

Child Safety Door Locks:

Not on File

Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate:

Not on File

Power Door Locks:

Not on File

Vehicle Anti-Theft:

Not on File

4WD/AWD:

Not on File

ABS Brakes:

Not on File

Automatic Load-Leveling:

Not on File

Electronic Brake Assistance:

Not on File

Limited Slip Differential:

Not on File

Locking Differential:

Not on File

Traction Control:

Not on File

Vehicle Stability Control System:

Not on File

Driver Airbag:

Not on File

Front Side Airbag:

Not on File

Front Side Airbag with Head Protection:

Not on File

Passenger Airbag:

Not on File

Side Head Curtain Airbag:

Not on File

Second Row Side Airbag:

Not on File

Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection:

Not on File

Electronic Parking Aid:

Not on File

First Aid Kit:

Not on File

Trunk Anti-Trap Device:

Not on File

Keyless Entry:

Not on File

Remote Ignition:

Not on File

Air Conditioning:

Not on File

Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls:

Not on File

Cruise Control:

Not on File

Tachometer:

Not on File

Tilt Steering:

Not on File

Tilt Steering Column:

Not on File

Heated Steering Wheel:

Not on File

Leather Steering Wheel:

Not on File

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls:

Not on File

Telescopic Steering Column:

Not on File

Adjustable Foot Pedals:

Not on File

Genuine Wood Trim:

Not on File

Tire Pressure Monitor:

Not on File

Trip Computer:

Not on File

AM/FM Radio:

Not on File

Cassette Player:

Not on File

CD Player:

Not on File

CD Changer:

Not on File

DVD Player:

Not on File

Voice Activated Telephone:

Not on File

Navigation Aid:

Not on File

Second Row Sound Controls:

Not on File

Subwoofer:

Not on File

Telematics System:

Not on File

Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Front Cooled Seat:

Not on File

Front Heated Seat:

Not on File

Front Power Lumbar Support:

Not on File

Front Power Memory Seat:

Not on File

Front Split Bench Seat:

Not on File

Leather Seat:

Not on File

Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Folding Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Heated Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Removable Seat:

Not on File

Third Row Removable Seat:

Not on File

Cargo Area Cover:

Not on File

Cargo Area Tiedowns:

Not on File

Cargo Net:

Not on File

Load Bearing Exterior Rack:

Not on File

Pickup Truck Bed Liner:

Not on File

Power Sunroof:

Not on File

Removable Top:

Not on File

Manual Sunroof:

Not on File

Automatic Headlights:

Not on File

Daytime Running Lights:

Not on File

Fog Lights:

Not on File

High Intensity Discharge Headlights:

Not on File

Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light:

Not on File

Running Boards:

Not on File

Front Air Dam:

Not on File

Rear Spoiler:

Not on File

Skid Plate:

Not on File

Splash Guards:

Not on File

Wind Deflector for Convertibles:

Not on File

Power Sliding Side Van Door:

Not on File

Power Trunk Lid:

Not on File

Alloy Wheels:

Not on File

Chrome Wheels:

Not on File

Full Size Spare Tire:

Not on File

Run Flat Tires:

Not on File

Steel Wheels:

Not on File

Power Windows:

Not on File

Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror:

Not on File

Glass Rear Window on Convertible:

Not on File

Heated Exterior Mirror:

Not on File

Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror:

Not on File

Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror:

Not on File

Deep Tinted Glass:

Not on File

Interval Wipers:

Not on File

Rain Sensing Wipers:

Not on File

Rear Window Defogger:

Not on File

Rear Wiper:

Not on File

Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window:

Not on File

Tow Hitch Receiver:

Not on File

Towing Preparation Package:

Not on File

Engine Compressor Type:

Not on File

Engine Fuel Type:

Not on File

Tier Five - Vehicle Market Perception:

Not on File

Doors:

Not on File

Vehicle Style:

Not on File

Vehicle Type:

Not on File

Engine Cylinder:

Not on File

Engine Size:

Not on File

Vehicle Size:

Not on File

Horsepower:

Not on File

Trims Available:

Not on File

Drivetrain:

Not on File

Other Trims and Configurations for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit

1981 Volkswagen Rabbit LS Deluxe

Engine: 1.6L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit L Custom

Engine: 1.7L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Deluxe

Engine: 1.6L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Custom

Engine: 1.6L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit LX

Engine: 1.7L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 4-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit S Sport

Engine: 1.6L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Sportruck

Engine: 1.7L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: PICKUP
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit GL Custom

Engine: 1.7L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit L

Engine: 1.7L L4
Transmission: Not on File
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: Not on File
MPG:

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1981 Volkswagen Rabbit GL Deluxe Review

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 61685 started on 03/01/2006 by OVSC effecting 266 units.

Recall 29965 started on 02/23/1982 by MFR effecting 5,200 units.

Recall 31379 started on 09/09/1981 by MFR effecting 4,800 units.

Recall 39753 started on 05/15/1981 by ODI effecting 133,000 units.

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