When folks get around the Rabbit I own they are just confused when I tell them it is a 1981 car. The reaction is priceless, NO WAY! This thing looks perfect!
And for the most part it is.
I second the work and dedication it takes to keep one of these ancients running the way VW intended them to run. Designed in an age where the mechanic probably pumped your gas as well.
Check the oil and tires with that fill up sir? How about I get that windshield for you today sir?
Kinder words were hardly ever refused. Mom loved it.