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Ratty Rescue: GTI with a Trunk

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It’s time once again for one of our faithful VWVortex readers to take a homely Volkswagen and bring it back to its former glory. Today’s Ratty Rescue is listed on Copart.com: a site you can get lost looking for diamonds-in-the-rough.

Our latest tattered treasure is a 1984 Jetta GLI. When the MKI Golf was trotted out in the 70s, the sensible hatchback was later joined by a sedan variant. Execs had no idea they were creating what would become their most popular model in North America.

When the GTI exploded onto the market, the Jetta GLI came out not long after. The GTI-with-a-trunk was identical to its hot hatch sibling. It featured the burbly engine, 5-speed transmission, upgraded springs and struts, and the iconic snowflake alloy wheels. And the one thing that truly set it apart from the GTI: a second set of doors. The Jetta GLI was the perfect car for the mom or dad who wanted a fun to drive car that was still practical.

This 1984 Jetta GLI looks complete. Besides the faded trim and general grime and dirt, it is in incredible shape for a 33-year-old car. There’s no rust, no dents, no mismatched wheels, no missing bumpers, and it even comes with keys (which can be rare on Copart). It’s all there. Even the windshield wiper spoiler is intact. The seats are in surprisingly good shape for a car with 245,000 miles. Aesthetically, the car looks like it just needs a full detail. It’d be a fun way to spend a weekend.

Mechanical condition is unknown. Copart listings tend to be brief, and this once states the only “minor dents and scratches” which implies the car is in running condition. Perhaps. One strange issue: the car comes with a salvage title. A little sleuthing may be in order prior to purchase.

This 1984 trunked GTI is located in Denver Colorado. The current bid is $300 and the reserve hasn’t been reached. The auction ends this week, so act fast.

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