Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding. Import duties paid to get it to the EU.
Highlights
- Solid, nicely-kept example imported from dry Oregon, USA
- Original paintwork with attractive patina
- Rare original camper shell included
- Original window sticker and instruction booklet still present
- 2 former registered keepers
The Appeal
The Volkswagen Caddy pickup is certainly interesting. This is a pickup using the Golf platform to create a relatively diminutive albeit very practical goods toter. A station wagon that felt just as home in the tree-lined neighbourhood as it did in a farmyard. This handsome 1981 example stands out for being a completely unrestored, original specimen that has benefited from the dry climate of Oregon, resulting in a very solid body - a rarity for a 44-year-old Volkswagen.
What makes this particular Caddy special is its originality and preservation. Boasting original paintwork with an attractive patina, this pickup comes complete with a rare original camper shell, which gives it quite the unique look. Having had just 2 former registered keepers and imported directly from the USA, this caddy is bound to be an impressive classic for your collection.
History and Paperwork
- 1981 Volkswagen Caddy pickup, now 44 years old
- 2 former registered keepers, imported directly from Oregon, USA
- Comes with original Oregon Title and all required import documents
- Currently not road legal in Europe, requires RDW inspection for registration in the Netherlands/Europe
- This will be the responsibility of the buyer
- Import and VAT costs have already been paid
- Original window sticker and instruction booklet included
- No Certificate of Conformity (COC) document required for registration due to its age
- Located in Damwoude, in the Netherlands
- Odometer shows 170,000 miles
- Assistance with transport throughout Europe is available
The Condition
- Body appears solid, including floor, chassis, cargo bed, and engine bay
- Original paintwork presents well with appropriate patina for its age
- Gentle signs of use in line with its 44 years
- Rare original camper shell in good condition
- Interior remains original and well-maintained
- Left seat has been professionally reupholstered
- Instruments are clean and legible
- Dashboard is nicely presented with attractive wooden trims
The Mechanics
- 1.6 litre 4-cylinder diesel engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- Engine bay in good overall order
- The vendor states the engine runs well
- Reported to shift and drive properly
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