While there’s been on/off talk of a new Jetta Coupe for the past decade or so, they haven’t produced on since the Mk2 series ended in 1989. Â This is a shame as the concept pictures of more modern coupes are quite attractive, and examples from 80s are awesome but rare. Â The sharp Jetta shape looks better just a little more compact, and this one for sale on VW Vortex is looking great in the Mk1 Mars Red and black. Â I’ve always wanted this color combo on an early GTI, but the funky rarity of a Jetta Coupe might even be a little cooler.
1983 VW Jetta Coupe for sale on VW Vortex
The list of upgrades is too long to put here, but worth checking out on the listing if you’re interested in VWs. Â Essentially, this is a thoroughly gone-over and loved Mk1 that’s better than it left the factory without being over the top modified. Â There are some scuffs and scratches outside but overall it looks great with that color, clean vinyl molding, and decent black wheels. The tweed interior is as perfect as one could put in a Mk1, and the running bits are very well-chosen and sorted. Â The seller is looking for $3,900, right in the middle of what I consider acceptable Mk1 range: beaters around $1k (or less), showy engine swappers closer to $7-8. Â The time, energy, and care put into making this a great little coupe makes me think it’s a good price for a fun and funky alternative to more common VWs.
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Lovely car for $3900. Being owned by an enthusiast who knows the car inside out is a plus.