Vw Golf Gti
Veloce (Verlag)
978-1-84584-188-1 (ISBN)
While old MkI Golfs have by now largely rusted away, the availability of MkII models at giveaway prices is plentiful ... that is until three magic letters – GTI – appear on the car’s front grille and hatch. Find a good example of the MKI with the aid of this guide and you are in clover!
The Buyer’s Guide carefully charts all the models that an enthusiast just has to own, from the iconic late model MkI with its pocket rocket 1.8-litre engine and 5-speed box, through to the exclusive, extremely powerful and much sought after limited edition Rallye Golf.
With both mileage and particularly condition having a marked affect on potential prices, the authors give sound advice on what is worth restoring and what, however tempting, is likely to cost a new owner an un-recoupable fortune.
Weak points, rust traps, and potential mechanical defects are laid out for the reader, with clear Golf-specific guidelines offered on the practicalities of rectifying such problems. The authors also embrace both the customized and mechanically modified examples of the MkI and MkII GTI, with each aspect of Golf ownership meticulously captured on camera.
Well known Volkswagen marque enthusiast, Richard Copping, has written numerous articles about the VW Golf over recent years. He is also the author of the definitive Golf book, VW Golf – Five Generations of Fun, published by Veloce. His expertise extends to all variations on the MkI and MkII Golf theme, including both Campaign and Rallye. A regular Concours d’ Elegance judge, Richard is the joint author of two other Buyer’s Guides published by Veloce, one concerning the Beetle, the other the VW Bus.
Introduction - the purpose of this book 1 Is it the car for you? - marriage guidance 2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit? 3 Living with a Mk1 and Mk2 Golf GTI - will you get along together? 4 Relative values - which model for you? 5 Before you view - be well informed 6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help 7 Fifteen minute evaluation - walk away or stay? 8 Key points - where to look for problems 9 Serious evaluation - 60 minutes for years of enjoyment 10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream 11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential! 12 What's it worth to you? - let your head rule your heart! 13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think 14 Paint problems - a bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles 15 Lack of use problems - just like their owners, Golf GTIs need exercise! 16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the GTI world 17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips Index
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 15.2.2009 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | Essential Buyer's Guide |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 139 x 195 mm |
| Gewicht | 149 g |
| Themenwelt | Natur / Technik ► Fahrzeuge / Flugzeuge / Schiffe ► Auto / Motorrad |
| ISBN-10 | 1-84584-188-3 / 1845841883 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-84584-188-1 / 9781845841881 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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