Highlights

Reportedly one of very few Rapid 130s registered on the Iberian Peninsula
Factory-standard specification throughout
Reportedly fitted with new fuel pump, water pump, timing belt, and four new tyres

The Appeal

The Skoda Rapid 130 is one of the more characterful coupes of the 1980s. Its rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive layout, a configuration shared with far more expensive machinery, earned it the affectionate nickname "the poor man's Porsche." With its 1.3-litre inline-four mounted behind the rear axle and driven through a five-speed manual gearbox, it delivers a distinctive and engaging driving experience that few cars of its era and price point could match.

This 1987 example is said to be a rare sight on the Iberian Peninsula. Having reportedly benefited from a mechanical refresh, the vendor states it runs and starts without issue. The exterior shows age-related wear, while the cabin is described by the vendor as being in good order with only minor blemishes. With its quirky side-opening bonnet and tail-happy character, this Rapid 130 offers an entertaining and increasingly collectable slice of 1980s Eastern European motoring.

Key Information

Mileage: 47,773 km displayed; the odometer is believed to have gone around the clock, with an estimated true reading of approximately 147,773 km
Country of registration: Spain
Technical inspection status: expired (20 November 2024)
Technical specs: 1.3-litre inline-four petrol, five-speed manual, rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive
Paperwork: Registration documents

The Detail

Red paintwork, 13-inch wheels
Two-tone black and cream interior with chequered seat panels and black piping
New fuel pump, water pump, timing belt and tyres reportedly fitted
The vendor states the engine is in good condition and the car runs and starts well
Factory-standard specification with no modifications reported
Exterior shows peeling paint and signs of age-related wear
A few scratches and small dents noted on the bodywork
Rear light cluster has a scratch
Interior described by the vendor as being in good condition
Right sun visor is drooping
Headliner is slightly loose around the right sun visor area

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