You are looking at a 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup Truck w/ Rebuilt 1.6L Engine For Sale in Lawndale, Illinois — 2 and a half hour drive southwest of Chicago.
As of the time of this post, it is still available – you can find current pricing and contact the seller at the ad in our marketplace. If you want to skip our write-up, a direct link to that is at the bottom of this page just below the pictures.
This is a verified Premier Listing in our Marketplace.
AI Summary
This 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup features a rebuilt 1.6L engine with hydraulic lifters and approximately 300 miles since the rebuild. Recent work includes a rebuilt injector pump, new radiator, struts, exhaust, and water pump. The bed and tailgate are Rhino coated, and the truck retains factory air conditioning that needs recharging.
Key Info:
- Year: 1981
- Condition: Great
- Color: Diamond Silver
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Engine: 1.6L Hydraulic lifters
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Location: Lawndale, IL
Seller Write-Up
1981 vw rabbit pickup the motor has been replaced with a rebuilt 1.6 with hydraulic lifters only have 300 miles on rebuild.
Rebuilt injector pump, new radiator,struts, exhaust and water pump.
The bed and tailgate are rhino coated but also has bed liner.
Factory air conditioning but need charged.
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**Please note this VW Truck was originally listed for sale in December of 2025. Depending on when you are viewing this article it may have since been sold.**
Last Updated on December 15, 2025 by TruckAds
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