1989 Volkswagen Scirocco GTXi review from UK and Ireland
"A skyrocket for not much outa ya backpocket"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought the skyrocket from a friend who had owned it for 2 years. He had done a lot of work on it so there was, or has, been very little for me to do so far.
The bodywork is in showroom condition and it has had a re-spray a year ago.
Previous problems with it have been, the injection unit needed replacing, a new clutch, brakes, plugs and leads. General stuff.
General comments?
Still gets looks when out and about.
Surprisingly fast when you put the close ratio gearbox to good use.
Get an uprated Kent cam, Green induction kit, power boost valve, performance exhaust and you can pump the brake horse from 112 to 142BHP which believe me is fast on a car that size.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 126000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 136000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 340 |
| Date of Entry | 12th August, 2002 |