| With the VW Golf MK1 (Rabbit in th US) Now fast | | | | investment. |
| becoming a 'Modern day Classic'. Thereis fast become | | | | 1981-83 Cars were produced in great numbers with |
| a growing market for 'Restored' Cars. With the most | | | | the GTi and Convertible been the Top of the Range. |
| desirable examplesi.e. the Campaign edition | | | | Yet these still suffer really badly with rust. There are |
| Commanding premium prices. | | | | plenty of 1600 gti hatchback still around, yet finding a |
| The German Built Volkswagen MK1 was first | | | | good one is becoming increasingly difficult. Apart from |
| produced in April of 1974 and production continued | | | | rusting they also suffer with numerous fuel Injection |
| until 1983. | | | | faults often caused by the fuel filler neck rusting. If |
| Over the years the models were updated. From the | | | | you can get your hands on a 'Good one' not only will |
| metal chrome bumpers to larger plastic ones. 5 speed | | | | you have a good usable everyday car but a 'modern |
| Gearboxes, Fuel injected engine 1600cc then the | | | | classic' that should increase in value. |
| 1800cc All Followed. | | | | The most desirable now among enthusiasts and |
| The earlier models (pre 1979) Are also now becoming | | | | collectors is the 'Campaign' Edition. This was made |
| very desirable. The chrome bumpers alone are | | | | from August 1983 until 1984. This model features |
| fetching big money. | | | | Factory Fitted steel Sunroof,Leather Bound steering |
| The main problem with the earlier models is they rust. | | | | wheel, Green tinted glass, Spring loaded fuel cap key |
| The main areas they rust are the inner front wheel | | | | cover , Fog lamps in the grill and Pirelli 'P' Alloys. The |
| arches, Outer and inner sill panels, Front and rear floor | | | | models command some serious prices. But when |
| sections and the Inner rear arches. If you manage to | | | | looking at purchasing a campaign model as the are a |
| find a good one grab it. Quality early cars can | | | | lot of 'Fake' ones out there. |
| appreciate in Value and therefore will offer a good | | | | |