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1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet Classic

1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet Classic

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Byron, Georgia 31008

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Vehicle Specifications

VIN
N/A
Classic Car ID
102817639
Stock Number
N/A
Category
Import Classics
Body Style
Convertible
New/Used
Used
Mileage
117,000 miles
Engine
4 Cylinder
Condition
Good
Doors
2
Drivetrain
2 wheel drive - front
Suspension
Standard independent front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle, rather than a 4-wheel drive system.
Transmission
5 Speed Manual
Exterior Color
Red
Custom Color
N/A
Interior Color
Gray
Seat Color
Gray

Classic Car Overview

This car listing is for a 1988 Volkswagen Convertible Cabriolet. The 1988 model year brought a major mid-cycle refresh known as the "Clipper" body kit. Volkswagen enhanced its visual appearance by adding: Integrated, body-colored bumpers that extended to the wheel arches. Widened wheel arches with matching plastic trims. Modernized side sill trims and a more heavily ribbed front radiator grille. Its distinctly integrated roll bar (often nicknamed the "basket handle"), which provided structural rigidity and crash protection. Mechanical Specifications Engine: A reliable 1.8-liter, naturally aspirated inline 4-cylinder engine producing ninety horsepower. Transmission: Most paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, though a 3-speed automatic was also available. Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD), which owners noted provided surprisingly good traction in diverse road conditions. Fuel Economy: Respectable for its era, averaging about 21 MPG city and 25 MPG highway. Interior & Features The interior layout maximizes a small footprint with a 94.4-inch wheelbase. It featured simple analog gauges, a lockable glove box, and front sport bucket seats usually upholstered in cloth or vinyl. Higher trims (like the Boutique edition) or optional packages included premium touches like leather seating, air conditioning, and cruise control. The manual folding soft-top featured a multi-layer insulated fabric top with a heated glass rear defogger.

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