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2008 Volkswagen r32

WVWKC71K58W105909

Vehicle history report for the 2008 Volkswagen r32 (VIN WVWKC71K58W105909). Hatchback/liftback/notchback, 3.2L 6-cyl 250 hp, gasoline. Title: Clean. 153,000 mi reported. Registered in Ca. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

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Should you buy it? Worth a look — but negotiate

Weighed from safety recalls, known problems and market price.

💵 A fair offer is around $11,511 (typical range $7,850–$13,500). Start a little below and leave room for anything the inspection turns up.

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Everything below is in the paid report for VIN WVWKC71K58W105909, compiled live from NMVTIS and licensed providers the moment you unlock it. Not every vehicle has every record type — the report shows what is on file, and says so when nothing is. The 2 recall campaigns for this model year are shown further down.

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📜 Title & ownership

  • Title statusClean, salvage, rebuilt, junk, flood or lemon — from the national title database (NMVTIS)
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  • Title brand historyEvery brand ever applied, by state, with what each one means
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  • Title & registration recordsHow many times it has been titled, where, and the years-per-owner pace
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🛞 Odometer

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  • Miles per yearThis car's pace against the US average
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💥 Damage, loss & theft

  • Total-loss recordsInsurance total-loss declarations, with the reporting insurer type and date
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  • Salvage & junk-yard recordsSalvage, junk and auction dispositions, including export flags
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  • Theft screenActive and recovered theft records
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  • Accident indicatorsDamage events reflected in title data (NMVTIS does not carry police crash reports)
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  • Flood-exposure checkTitle activity in a disaster area soon after a major flood or hurricane
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💰 Liens & value

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  • DepreciationDrop from original MSRP, yearly rate and a one-year projection
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  • Sticker vs dealer invoiceWhat it cost new, and what the dealer paid
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🧰 Factory warranty & equipment

  • Remaining warrantyBasic, powertrain and rust coverage left, estimated from the first title date and odometer
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  • Standard equipment & coloursWhat this trim came with from the factory, and the colours it was offered in
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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

  • Per-VIN recall statusWhether each campaign has been repaired on THIS car, remedy availability, do-not-drive and stop-sale flags, dealer labour time
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At a glance

Title statusClean
Reported mileage153,000 mi
LocationCa, USA
Last listed price$12,500
Recall campaigns2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Volkswagen
Model
r32
Year
2008
Body style
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Engine
3.2L 6-cyl 250 hp
Displacement
3.2 L
Horsepower
250 hp
Cylinders
6
Fuel type
Gasoline
Doors
2
Assembly plant
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN AG

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Safety & driver-assistance equipment

Equipment the manufacturer reported to NHTSA for this VIN.

✓ Front airbags — 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)✓ Side airbags — 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)✓ Curtain airbags — 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)✓ Tyre-pressure monitoring (direct)

"Optional" means the feature was offered on this model but the VIN alone can't confirm it was fitted. Source: NHTSA vPIC.

📋 All factory specifications on file9 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

⚙️ Engine, fuel & battery

Engine manufacturerVolkswagen
Other engine info50-St. BIN 5/LEV II emission. Emissions Certification Test Group: 8VWXV03.2535

📐 Body, chassis & dimensions

Gvwr (upper range)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

🛡️ Safety & driver assistance

Air bag location curtain1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air bag location front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air bag location side1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Seat belts allManual
TpmsDirect

🏭 Manufacturing & other

Other restraint system infoActive Seat Belt Advanced Front Air Bags., Active Seat Belt Advanced Front Air Bags.

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2008 Volkswagen r32 worth?

What comparable 2008 Volkswagen r32 vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$7,850
Typical price
$11,511
High
$13,500

Most 2008 Volkswagen r32 listings fall between $7,850 and $13,500, from 14 comparable cars.

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MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Volkswagen r32 with this engine.

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
FuelPremium
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Passenger volume93 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Volkswagen r32 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Safety recall campaigns 2

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING APPROXIMATELY 5,000 MY 2008 R32 (5TH GENERATION) VEHICLES. WHEN CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE MAY NOT REMAIN FULLY CLOSED. IF THIS HAPPENS, LIQUID FUEL MAY ENTER THE FUEL TANK VENTING SYSTEM AND MIGRATE INTO THE EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM, SATURATING THE CARBON CANISTER. SHOULD THIS OCCUR WHILE DRIVING, THE …

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

NHTSA Campaign #09V093000 · manufacturer #20P6/S2 · 20/03/2009

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWNERS

NHTSA Campaign #07V442000 · manufacturer #Q8 · 24/09/2007

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 8 Nov 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?

No — and no legitimate service can. Linking a VIN or plate to a named owner is restricted by the U.S. Driver's Privacy Protection Act, the EU GDPR and equivalent laws. CarLogs shows the vehicle only — specs, recalls, problems and value — never the person.

Is the VIN WVWKC71K58W105909 valid?

WVWKC71K58W105909 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2008 Volkswagen r32.

Are there safety recalls on the 2008 Volkswagen r32?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 Volkswagen r32 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What is a fair price for a 2008 Volkswagen r32?

Comparable 2008 Volkswagen r32 listings run roughly $7,850–$13,500, typically around $11,511 (from 14 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What fuel economy does the 2008 Volkswagen r32 get?

The 2008 Volkswagen r32 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 23 highway).

Recall data checked 8 Nov 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.