Product Description
Choose your Motor option: Motor 1B (entry), Motor 2B (USB, pre-outs — default), or Motor 4HD (HD Radio®, SiriusXM-Ready®, Radio App, 2-year warranty). Prices match Retro Manufacturing’s published motor tiers for this model.
The RetroSound 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio (store SKU RS-RR-8084VOLKSWAGENRABBIT) is a vehicle-specific RetroSound radio listing from an authorized dealer. Choose Motor 1B / 2B / 4HD on this page when those options are offered.
Application: 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. Radio style: RetroRadio.
RetroSound classic-look radios combine period styling with modern sources (Bluetooth, USB, auxiliary — depending on Motor). Confirm shaft spacing / DIN opening and wiring against your dash before cutting. Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
Features for this listing
- Fitment focus: 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
- Model family: RetroRadio
- Motor 1B / 2B / 4HD options when shown on this page
- Authorized RetroSound / Retro Manufacturing product
- Pair with RetroSound speakers and antennas for a matched install
- Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation
This page is only for RetroSound 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio. Other vehicles, faces, and radio models have their own SKUs.
RetroSound RetroRadio specifications
Store SKU: RS-RR-8084VOLKSWAGENRABBIT · Application: 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
- Default / featured pricing on this page is Motor 2B (M2); choose Motor 1B or Motor 4HD in the Motor option when offered
- Motor 2B: Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0) streaming and hands-free (mic included)
- Motor 2B: AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets; selectable USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS
- Motor 2B: USB port (playback + 1A charge); dual RCA pre-outs; dedicated subwoofer output
- Motor 2B: 300 W peak / 25 W RMS × 4; adjustable color display; non-volatile memory
- Radio body: 3.96″ W × 1.98″ H × 4.30″ D; 12 V negative-ground only; assembly required
- Warranty by motor: MOT1B/MOT2B = 1 year; MOT4 = 2 years (Retro Manufacturing)
Motor options: Motor 1B vs Motor 2B vs Motor 4HD
Use the Motor option to choose Motor 1B, Motor 2B, or Motor 4HD. Prices follow Retro Manufacturing’s published motor tiers. Motor 2B is the default storefront selection.
| Feature | Motor 1B (M1) | Motor 2B (M2) | Motor 4HD (M4) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built-in Bluetooth® (v5.0) | Yes (mic included) | Yes (mic included) | Yes (mic included) |
| AM/FM RDS, 30 presets; USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Display color | White only | Adjustable color | Adjustable color |
| USB ports | None listed | 1 port | 2 ports |
| Auxiliary input | 1 AUX | Not on Motor 2B feature set | Yes |
| Built-in amp | 275 W peak / 18 W RMS × 4 | 300 W peak / 25 W RMS × 4 | 300 W peak / 25 W RMS × 4 |
| RCA pre-outs + sub out | No | Yes | Yes |
| HD Radio® | No | No | Yes |
| SiriusXM-Ready® | No | No | Yes (SXV300V1 sold separately) |
| RetroSound Radio App | No | No | Yes |
| Limited warranty | 1 year (MOT1B) | 1 year (MOT2B) | 2 years (MOT4) |
Source: Retro Manufacturing product comparison and Motor 1B / 2B / 4HD feature lists. Assembly required on all motors.
1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio wiring and tech tips
- Disconnect the battery before radio wiring.
- This listing is RetroSound 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio for 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
- Verify DIN / shaft fitment against your dash opening before cutting.
- Use the harness and antenna adapter appropriate to this vehicle and Motor selection.
- Set speaker impedance load to match your speakers (typically 4 Ω RetroSound speakers).
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio manuals
Use the Motor-specific manual that matches the option selected for SKU RS-RR-8084VOLKSWAGENRABBIT.
Retro Manufacturing Radio Warranty
Warranty term depends on Motor selection for 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio (Motor 4HD commonly carries a longer published term than 1B/2B — see Retro Manufacturing warranty).
RA: tech@retromanufacturing.com / 1-888-325-1555, or Vintage Car Radio 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
FAQ — 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio
Which vehicle is this for?
1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Which radio face/model?
RetroRadio (SKU RS-RR-8084VOLKSWAGENRABBIT).
Which Motor should I choose?
Use the options on this page, or call 844-802-4499.
Do you install?
No.
Specs
Wiring / Tech Tips
Manuals
Warranty
Retro Manufacturing Radio Warranty
Warranty term depends on Motor selection for 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit RetroRadio (Motor 4HD commonly carries a longer published term than 1B/2B — see Retro Manufacturing warranty).
RA: tech@retromanufacturing.com / 1-888-325-1555, or Vintage Car Radio 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
