1987 Volkswagen Cabrio Base MT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet in Tornado Red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Golf 1 Cabrio Blue Flipflop side by Fiver, der Hellseher, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet Custom in Gold, Rear Left, 06-28-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Golf Cabrio I Aigner Innenraum by KarleHorn, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Volkswagen Cabrio Base MT is a 90-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,070 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 90 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 100 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Cabrio measures 151.0 inches long on a 94.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,260 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,070 ($40,253 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L SOHC I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 90 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 100 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 239 mm (9.4 in) disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Rear drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 13-inch |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 151 in |
| Width | 64 in |
| Height | 55 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,260 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Volkswagen Cabrio Base MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen CABRIOLET. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 8, 1994 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
A CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE FUEL TANK ADJACENT TO A SEAM WELD IN THE REAR OF THE TANK.
Consequence: FUEL CAN LEAK FROM THE CRACKED FUEL TANK WHICH COULD CATCH FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK THE VEHICLE WITH A SPECIALLY DESIGNED TOOL FOR THE PRESENCE OF A TANK CRACK, AND REPLACE THE FUEL TANK IF THE DEFECT IS PRESENT.
NHTSA campaign 94V065000
Nov 18, 1991 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
A CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE FUEL TANK ADJACENT TO A SEAM WELD IN THE REAR OF THE TANK.
Consequence: FUEL CAN LEAK FROM THE CRACKED FUEL TANK WHICH COULDCATCH FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy: CHECK VEHICLE WITH A SPECIALLY DESIGNED TOOL FOR THE PRESENCE OF A FUEL TANK CRACK, AND REPLACE FUEL TANK IF DEFECT IS FOUND.
NHTSA campaign 91V201000
Apr 14, 1987 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
FUEL PUMP, LOCATED INSIDE FUEL TANK, COULD SEIZE DURING HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BECAUSE OF AN EXTREME FINE MESH FUEL FILTER RESTRICTING THE FUEL FLOW.
Consequence: FUEL SUPPLY TO ENGINE WOULD BE PARTIALLY INTERRUPTED,RESULTING IN STALLING.
Remedy: INSTALL A MODIFIED FUEL PUMP AND FILTER.
NHTSA campaign 87V053000
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen CABRIOLET
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen CABRIOLET (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 8 |
| Gasoline | 8 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.