Year / Make / Model / Trim: 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit S
VIN #: WVWAA71K18W106475
Body Style: 2-door hatchback
Engine: 2.5L DOHC 20-valve inline-5 cylinder (170HP @ 5 700RPM / 177lb-ft @ 4 250RPM )
Transmission: 5-speed manual / stick shift
Low Miles / Mileage: 46 XXX
If you're looking for a fun reliable sporty hot hatch that still achieves 28MPG you've found it. The German engineering solid build quality and premium interior materials really surpasses typical Japanese competitors. Fun like a Civic Si GTI or Miata MX-5 but the torquey motor also makes for great daily driving while providing far more smiles per gallon than a plain old Corolla. Runs on regular and there's no expensive timing belt or turbo to worry about.
On top of keyless entry cruise control and airbags galore you also get one touch power windows w/ pinch protection folding heated power mirrors w/ turn signals exterior temperature gauge programmable door locks w/ automatic locking TPMS (tire pressure monitoring) rear A/C vents (that's a touch of luxury) rear reading lights telescoping steering wheel and a center armrest that not only slides fore and aft but also adjusts up and down!
This Rabbit has been adult driven lovingly cared for and well maintained. I've been the second owner since September 2010. Lots of highway miles from Fort Wayne Indiana to St. Louis Missouri (750 miles roundtrip). A few cigarette burns from the first owner but the car has been deodorized (odor bombed) TWICE. No smoking no kids no pets no funny odors and fairly clean inside except for a few stains. Absolutely no accidents clean and clear title (NOT salvage NO liens). Comes complete with all THREE keys ALL original owner's manuals and most service records since NEW.
Drives straight brakes without pulsation revs turbine smooth. Very stable at speed w/ no shaking in the steering wheel. New clutch is light as air and freshly rebuilt transmission (factory defect) shifts like butter w/ NO grinds. Newer Michelin Primacy MXV4 tires (replaced at 26K) with decent tread left. Substantial brake pad thickness both front and rear. Doesn't burn oil or leak any fluids. Everything works. No issues. Needs nothing major or mechanical.
Bonuses: new genuine carpet floor mats rubber floor mats tinted windows all around dual chrome exhaust tips iPod adapter center armrest extra set of alloy wheels w/ winter tires lifetime 4-wheel alignment new clutch freshly rebuilt transmission. 40K service: NEW brake / clutch fluid cabin and engine air filters NGK laser platinum spark plugs transmission fluid recent oil change tire rotation.
With all the extras I've got thousands more invested than the suggested "book value" of this car. Still I'm willing to sacrifice on account of mostly minor cosmetic issues. Great deal for someone whose primary concern is something mechanically solid. It's still under the factory powertrain warranty until 11/29/12 or 60K miles. Only selling because I upgraded to a BMW.
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