Getting a project across the proverbial finish line is a milestone for any vehicle enthusiast. However, even when critical achievements are met, you can still encounter burnout and throw in the towel. This 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is one of the company’s most sought-after models among VW enthusiasts, but they are not necessarily simple cars to work on. The seller has done an admirable job getting the bodywork and paint sorted out, but he claims he has run out of time to complete it. His loss if your gain, as they saying goes, and this VR6-powered Corrado is available here on craigslist for $4,000.

Thanks to Barn Finds reader Curvette for the tip. The Corrado was a major leap forward for VW in the early 90s, starting with the supercharged version known as the G60 before dropping in the company’s excellent narrow-angle V6. The car was a few years ahead of where VW would eventually go, and it was a seismic shift above and beyond the company’s previous coupe offering, the Scirocco. While the Scirocco’s performance may have been captivating, it was still a fairly low-rent car inside and out. The Corrado also brought with it a hefty price tag relative to other offerings in the lineup, which hurt its initial appeal among brand loyalists.

Over the years, the appreciation for the Corrado has increased significantly, especially in the later form like this car with the torquey VR6 engine. The seller likely made a good bet on restoring this example, as rust-free Corrado SLCs – the model with the VR6 – are known to be a touch more reliable than the earlier supercharged models. However, it’s all relative, as these cars are not the easiest vehicles to live with. Known weak spots include an extremely temperamental electric system, timing chain issues on the VR6, and failure of rubber seals and gaskets, many of which are now unavailable to buy new.

The later cars also came with these pretty BBS wheels, which the seller’s Corrado retains. With a fresh paint job and numerous mechanical repairs made, including a new clutch kit and aftermarket coilover suspension, the seller has invested heavily in the rejuvenation of this desirable 90s sports coupe. However, project fatigue is very real, and the seller may be tired of staring at an incomplete car in his garage, or at least with giving up usable space to a vehicle that doesn’t move under its own power. Have you ever gotten a project this close to the finish line before throwing in the towel?