1989 Volkswagen Vanagon

$15,000
from
7
listings
$15K–$22K
price range
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Low$15,000
High$21,500
From$15,000
Avg Mileage60,714 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 7 active dealer listings as of

1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Trims

All Trims Combined
From$15,000
$15K–$22K
7 listings60,714 avg miles
GL
From$13,995
6 listings|$14K–$34K

1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Pricing

Price Trend

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$14K$18K$22K$25K$29KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$15,000
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Volkswagen Vanagon Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 0 complaints for the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
93V1750001993-29-10
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

THE PLASTIC MATERIAL OF THE CENTER AIR FLOW DUCT, WHICH IS FASTENED BY TWO MOUNTING SCREWS TO THE CEILING OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, CAN CRACK AND EVENTUALLY BREAK.

IF THE PLASTIC BREAKS WHERE IT IS HELD AT THE TWOMOUNTING SCREWS, THE CENTER AIR FLOW DUCT CAN SEPARATE FROM ITS SUPPORTS ANDCAUSE INJURY TO THE PASSENGERS SITTING IN THE CENTER SEAT OF THE VEHICLE.

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89V0670001989-01-05
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL THE ACCELERATOR CABLE TENSION MAY ALLOW THE CABLE TO SAG AND BECOME ENTANGLED WITH THE WATER PIPE BRACKET IMPEDING ITS RETURN TO IDLE POSITION.

FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE POSITION COULD LEAD TO ANACCIDENT.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Volkswagen Vanagon Fuel Economy

14–17mpg combined
·
14-16city
·
15-18hwy
·
$2,600-$3,150/yr

The 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon delivers 14 to 17 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Vanagon/Camper 2WD - Manual 4-spd
17mpg
2.1L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city18 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Vanagon/Camper 2WD - Automatic 3-spd
15mpg
2.1L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city16 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Vanagon Syncro 4WD - Manual 5-spd
14mpg
2.1L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city15 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1989 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 1989.

1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon?

You'll get between 14 and 17 MPG combined from the 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

How does the 1989 compare to other Volkswagen Vanagon years?

The 1989 sits at a specific point in the Volkswagen Vanagon lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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