Asking Price: $5,500
Key Truck Features
- Model Year: 1982
- Odometer: 137,000
- Engine: 1.8L
- Transmission: 5-Speed
- Color: Gold
Contact Info
- City/Area: San Jose
- State/Region: California
- Contact Name: SOLD!
- Phone: SOLD!
- Email: SOLD!
More Details & Pictures
“GTI” version: Engine swap from 1986 Cabriolet and all approved through CA smog referee
Engine, fuel system, front suspension, power steering and brakes all from Cabriolet
Also swapped over: interior, dash, fender flares, wheels
67K miles on the engine; 37K miles on truck since the swap. Between my kids and I we have driven this truck almost daily.
Upgrades: rear disc brake conversion from MkIII Jetta, Magnaflow muffler, bedliner coating, dynamat in cab under and behind seats, relays on headlights, engine compartment steam cleaned
New parts since swap: cat, fuel pump relay, master cylinder, radiator, water pump, front struts, engine mounts, clutch, timing belt and more. Tires and battery almost brand new.
I have various spare parts I will include. I also have all of my records as well as receipts from the Cabriolet, and carfax reports from both purchases
This truck has always been in California to my knowledge therefore body is solid with only 2 tiny rust areas that have been treated.
It does have the hardware for cruise control and AC but those need troubleshooting.
Last Updated on September 3, 2025 by TruckAds





Best interior I’ve seen so far! Nice work.
How’s the gas mileage with the new engine swap? I’m interested.