Used Volkswagen Jetta for Sale near Athens, TX
Still just dipping its toe into the economy compact sedan market, the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta was proving to be more popular than its hatchback cousin, the Golf. Based on the same platform, its distinguishing feature seems to be the huge trunk, and its appeal in the U.S. probably stemmed from the fact that a sedan looks more versatile (as either a personal or family car) and sophisticated than a hatchback.
New in the 1981 Jetta 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan was an engine boost from 1.6-liters to 1.7-liters and 90 lb-ft of torque. With the 5-speed manual transmission, the car reached 74-hp. A 50-hp diesel engine was optional, as was a 3-speed automatic. The interior was fairly austere, with most features only available as options, but the Jetta's purpose was function over form.
Owners say their 20-something-year-old Jettas are still running almost as well as when they first bought them, with a durable engine and rust-free exterior built to last. They give the large trunk, crisp handling, and great fuel economy high marks. The 1981 Jetta gets complaints about its plainness and lack of engine power, particularly when going up hills with the automatic.
3.7 Overall rating
(6 reviews)Not sure about the year, I only had it for two years and it was one of those cars you'll never get attached to. It did its job I suppose, but boy was it ugly, A Golf with a trunk attached as after thought. Not VW's finest, that's for sure.
Performance: It's a diesel, what performance? Handles like its on rails. Build: tons of squeaks and rattles, but 30 years and 900k kms its doing alright. Appearance: Love the styling of early 80's Germans Cost of ownership: Stupid cheap repairs, do all the work myself. 50mpg Fun Factor: Hell yes its fun to drive, its a DIESEL!
I work in the petroleum industry in Canada and take this car off road quite a bit down logging traiis. I now own a pickup for work, but; this car has endured so much for rough roads and I received it quite used and it still holds. The mechanical diesel engine is easy to repair and runs like a top, not necessarily good for racing, but INCREDIBLY economical on fuel and the engine is reliable. The only quandary about the car's mechanical system is the cable breaks, I had a couple of issues with the break line being tight, they still functioned, but gave fair warning of any potential failures. The door handles feel a bit cheap and same with some of the interior.
Old 1.6 diesel, it's not fast but that doesn't matter. It's real fun to drive, low and slow ;) Starts al the time, it's just a rock solid Volkswagen Jetta mk1. Many things coming for it, just wait and see! If you have tips or ideas let me know ;)
its quite nice on fuel. thats about it!
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