I'm looking at a two older diesels as it is right now, one is an 84 Rabbit and I got most of my information on Fred's page, but I also found an 86 Jetta TD IDI and I'd like to see if you can help me on it.
What are the power specs? I think I saw 68hp and 98ft-lbs somewhere, is that right?
How much boost does it run stock?
Are they moddable, and if so to what extent?
What is the reliability like on them? This particular one has "undocumented" mileage, but its around 240k. The previous owner (not the guy selling it) put in a new cluster. There appears to be some motor work done to it, like a rebuilt head or something. Is this a good sign or a bad sign?
And last but not least, the car has a salvage title. Now the guy is only asking $900, so it's not a huge deal. He told me it was hit in the rear, but when I asked him he said it drives all straight, and he actually said the back of the car looks brand new. I guess the previous owner got hit in the rear, it was totalled out, and the guy bought it back and fixed it.
It sounds pretty good and like it could be a little more fun than the Rabbit. Whatever information you can give me is greatly appreciated!