[silverspeedbuggy]

This car fell in my lap.
- 1989: the owner originally thought it was an 87, but it's actually an 89.
- 1 owner (he's 92 and still active!)
- 67000 miles
- a/c (still works!)
- all original
- MINT interior

The minor bad stuff:
- some surface rust on lower half of doors
- soft brake pedal
- dead battery (already charged it and got the car running this morning)
- missing three things: a wheel trim ring, a sunroof, and a clutch. Yeah: it's an automatic.

I'm not sure what I'm going to do with this car. It's a blank slate, so I'm thinking a very slight drop, maybe some 12 holes or Castellets or I'd LOVE a set of 1552 Snowflakes if I can find them (and afford them).

Running project total as of 6/22/15: ~$700.
- $450 purchase price
- $103 tow
- $19 temp tag
- $78 parts/fluids
- ~$50 in add'l fluids and such

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

 

[PolarSilverJetta]

That's a gorgeous mk2 you have there. And $450, with only 67k? That's a steal! Completely stock and minty mk2s are a treat, its such a blank slate to start from. Congrats on the purchase, and I can't wait to see what this thing becomes!

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

That's a gorgeous mk2 you have there. And $450, with only 67k? That's a steal! Completely stock and minty mk2s are a treat, its such a blank slate to start from. Congrats on the purchase, and I can't wait to see what this thing becomes!

Thanks! I'm trying to decide which direction to take it in: resto-mod, OEM+, or retro-hood-ridey look. First off I have to get a couple of things sorted out. Brake pedal is very soft. I tried bleeding the brakes and this happened on the first wheel:

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Picked up some stuff at the local Autozone. From the post above my attempts to bleed the brakes did not go so well.

Running project total:
Car: $450
Tow: $103
Brake bleeder and muffler weld: $14
Dot 4 fluid, Back to Black, fuel system cleaner: $36
Total: $603

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Some more pics:

My dad's leg:

After a little TLC:

 

[s-rocc]

I love it. :heart:

That's definitely an '88 though.

 

[-camber]

Oh man, that is sweet!!

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

I love it. :heart:

That's definitely an '88 though.

HOLY CARP! I just checked the title; it IS NOT a 1987! The seller told me it was an 87 and I just took his word for it. The original owner purchased it on January 19, 1989. I checked the doorjamb and the build date is 8/88. So is it an 88 or an 89? I'm assuming it's an 88, but I know build dates don't always reflect the model year of the car.

EDIT: It's a 1989. I took five extra seconds to really look at the title and it states it's a 1989. I also verified with the A2 resource and my car has the illuminated passenger vanity mirror. I have to check for the height adjustable driver's seat.

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Found out a couple of other things:
1. My car was built in Germany
2. The original owner bought it 5 days after my 15th birthday. Nerdy, but fun.

 

[gillano]

I have at least one of those wheel trim rings, yours for the price of shipping pm me for details

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Did some more detailing today. Minus the rust spots on the exterior, I'm floored by the condition of this car!

This car had the ski sack, but apparently it was removed.

100% crack-free dash!

 

[nbvwfan]

Wow,what a time capsule.

Another true enthusiast recommended Kiwi Black shoe polish for the bumpers. I have tried about three other products but they all dry and fade in a matter of weeks. I will try the polish next go around.

That interior is mint. If I were you I would OEM+ it, but keep all the original items. Some rims to dress it up, maybe a set of sport springs (nothing major) and keep everything original. Anything you alter could devalue the car. 100% stock, low mileage are worth 2x-3x projects.

The same guy who recommended the polish has an ~87 in OEM+ and was considering selling it for ~$7500, and he could get it.
Do what makes you enjoy it more. But realize you found a real piece of history.

In for updates
:thumbup:

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Wow,what a time capsule.

Another true enthusiast recommended Kiwi Black shoe polish for the bumpers. I have tried about three other products but they all dry and fade in a matter of weeks. I will try the polish next go around.

That interior is mint. If I were you I would OEM+ it, but keep all the original items. Some rims to dress it up, maybe a set of sport springs (nothing major) and keep everything original. Anything you alter could devalue the car. 100% stock, low mileage are worth 2x-3x projects.

The same guy who recommended the polish has an ~87 in OEM+ and was considering selling it for ~$7500, and he could get it.
Do what makes you enjoy it more. But realize you found a real piece of history.

In for updates
:thumbup:

Thanks man. I'm definitely leaning OEM+. Some 14" or 15" wheels with a slight suspension drop. Much like my Scirocco 16V, this car deserves to be honored and not bastardized. That may be a harsh word, but I definitely won't put it on bags, or throw on some 17" or 18" wheels. Just keep it clean and classy.

 

[PolarSilverJetta]

Thanks man. I'm definitely leaning OEM+. Some 14" or 15" wheels with a slight suspension drop. Much like my Scirocco 16V, this car deserves to be honored and not bastardized. That may be a harsh word, but I definitely won't put it on bags, or throw on some 17" or 18" wheels. Just keep it clean and classy.

You sir, have class :beer:

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

Thanks man. I'm definitely leaning OEM+. Some 14" or 15" wheels with a slight suspension drop. Much like my Scirocco 16V, this car deserves to be honored and not bastardized. That may be a harsh word, but I definitely won't put it on bags, or throw on some 17" or 18" wheels. Just keep it clean and classy.

Just to clarify: I'm not stating that those who do this to their own cars are 'bastardizing' them. I'm stating for this car I won't be doing any of that. The condition this car is in deserves to remain close to OEM. I can and do admire bagged cars all the time, but this one should not be messed with too much.

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

 

[folkwain]

frozen in time...like most odometers of the era

 

[silverspeedbuggy]

frozen in time...like most odometers of the era

My Scirocco 16V has a freely rotating odometer, but only the left most number changes. In one short drive the car can go from 935040 miles to 035040 miles. :laugh:

 

[Spoolin2Liter]

WOW thats amazing. I had a Marine Blue Jetta which was an '89. What an amazing color for a car. Good luck with it!