1998 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Volkswagen Jetta TDI (1998)
for sale

Price: US $2,500.00

Description:

1998 VW Jetta TDI - Clear Title
261k miles
50 mpg!
COLD A/C (Freezing cold)
Great Engine, well maintained and biodiesel ready!
5speed manual transmission
Adjustable height Coilover suspension, it is currently lowered to max without scraping
Front 25mm Nuespeed sway bar (feels like cornering on rails)
Upgraded Bigger brake calipers
17' ADR aluminum wheels with good tread Nexus 3000 tires
2 way high end clifford alarm with visual indicator remote and paging alert
Pioneer AVIC-N2 flipout stereo deck with two remotes, vehicle dynamics, Navigation, SiriusXM, cell phone and microphone input jack for hands free drive or music
Pioneer Premier component speakers in front with crossover - I am willing to keep if not wanted
Rockford Fosgate component speakers in rear with crossover - I am willing to keep if not wanted
New black carpet with added thick sound dampening insulation from behind dash to trunk
Inside dash and door panels have been replaced with used black leather panels.
Rear seats were replaced with used black leather seats
I've done alot with this car and it's been a fun project. Originally I purchased for a Suzuki Samurai conversion with the TDI engine. I recently had it serviced by a TDI specialist but due to a mass air flow mod, (cold air intake) and a weak ground on the coolant sensor, I couldn't get it passed the California smog inspection which is required on 98 and newer Diesels. These are minor issues but I can't put anymore money/time in this car and need to just get rid of it. My loss is your gain. I have clear title. I'm open to keep the speakers and take $200 off the price. I have too many vehicles now so I must part with this fun, economical grocery getter. I've come to call it my 50 MPG Biodiesel GoKart. AC is freezing cold, probably the best AC I've ever had.
Other items to mention:
Before I purchased it, the left rear side of car rolled back into a shed. I had a local guy repair it the best he could with bondo and matching paint. We replaced the trunk door and rear bumper. As a result, the trunk is held closed by a quick and easy racket tie mechanism behind the rear seat. It's easy to gain access to the trunk but you need to release the mechanism behind the drivers rear seat and tighten it back to close. It's easy to do in seconds.
The headliner is missing. I was going to redo but never got around to it.
The seats are original and if you know MKIII Jetta's, you'll know about the seat defect that causes the seat to tilt on the left. This is how the drivers seat is. I've driven it for years like this but I was planning on replacing them.
It starts every time. The mechanic installed a push button start in case of any issues starting with key. It was serviced by him after the starter had a short. The starter was replaced and the electronics were reviewed by the TDI mechanic. I have his receipts as well.
I'm here to get this car in the right hands. If you have any questions, please let me know.
Ro 408-833-0416

update: 2015-06-22

Features:

Condition: Seller Notes:
Used
“INSIDE:Missing inside Headliner... Right read window does not roll down...Pioneer head unit sometimes does not read DVD navigation disc but reads other discs fine...Drivers seat bottom cushion slants slightly to the left, a very common problem for MKIII VW's.....OUTSIDE:Paint peeling on roof...Left side rear corner-panel was repaired with bondo and paint after it rolled back into shed years ago. The paint is slightly cracked where it was repaired...Trunk does not open from outside, quick and simply ratchet tie behind rear drivers seat releases and re secures trunk closed, very secure and tight as well.....ENGINE and DRIVETRAIN:Needs steering alignment from sway-bar installation...Two Engine codes in check engine:P1403 engine code - Mass air flow sensor- original intake was replaced with cold air flow...P1255 engine code - Coolant Sensor ground - replaced coolant sensor already so likely bad ground”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 3VWRF81H4WM238378 Year: 1998
Number of Cylinders: 4 Make: Volkswagen
Transmission: Manual Model: Jetta
Body Type: Sedan Trim: TDI Sedan 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty Engine: 1.9L 1896CC 116Cu. In. l4 DIESEL SOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title: Clear Drive Type: FWD
Options: Sunroof, CD Player Mileage: 261,000
Safety Features: Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag Sub Model: TDI
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows Exterior Color: Green
Fuel Type: Diesel Interior Color: Black
For Sale By: Private Seller

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