1985 Volkswagen Vanagon

$15,999
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1
listings
$16K–$16K
price range
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Avg Mileage125,000 mi
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1985 Volkswagen Vanagon Trims

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From$15,999
$16K–$16K
1 listings125,000 avg miles
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From$13,995
6 listings|$14K–$34K

1985 Volkswagen Vanagon Pricing

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Volkswagen Vanagon Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 1 complaints for the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

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Recalls
1
Complaints
0
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
85V1520001985-19-11
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

THE LATCH OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR MAY BECOME DAMAGED IF EXCESSIVE FORCE IS USED TO CLOSE THE DOOR. THE DAMAGED DOOR LOCK MECHANISM WILL NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE AND THE DOOR COULD OPEN IF VEHICLE IS DRIVEN OVER BUMPY ROADS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THIS OCCURS THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A PASSENGER COULD FALL OUT CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 1 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

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1 total across 1 model years (1985–1985)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Vanagon Fuel Economy

15–17mpg combined
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15-16city
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17-18hwy
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$2,600-$2,750/yr

The 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon delivers 15 to 17 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Vanagon 2WD - Manual 4-spd
17mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city18 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Vanagon 2WD - Automatic 3-spd
16mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city17 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon

10States

Texas has the most inventory at 25%, with options spread across 10 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1985.

Buying a 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon a good car to buy?

The 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?

There are 1 documented recall for the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?

Fuel economy ranges from 15 to 17 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $412 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon, based on 1 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1985 compare to other Volkswagen Vanagon years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volkswagen Vanagon model years. Visit the Volkswagen Vanagon buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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