For a classy and soon to be classic runaround, look no further than the third and fourth generation or Polo Mk4/5 made between 1994 and 2003. Officially designated the 6N/6N2, they are buttons to buy, cheap to maintain and easy to tweak if the fancy takes you. There’s lots of badly neglected ones out there … Continued
As instantly recognisable car profiles go, there’s the Beetle and the Porsche 911. But another altogether more modern classic silhouette comes to mind – the soon to be iconic original Audi TT. So if you like the idea of a car with broadly Golf Mk4 running gear wrapped in a chic sportscar exterior and a … Continued
The LT is VW’s forgotten and usually overlooked bus gem, so if you’re fed up with paying high split and bay window prices and need a bit more space for a custom camper conversion, look no further…
Many older VWs have a noisy, drafty ride because their seals have dried up, or are no longer tight. We’ve taken a look at what you can do to make your VW rubber seals last longer.
As Mk2 Golfs have risen in value, attention has turned to its generally less loved successor which has now become the most affordable means of owning Wolfsburg’s iconic hatch. With cars changing hands for as little as a few hundred pounds, the third generation Golf makes plenty of sense – as long as you know … Continued
Retro rides don’t carry any more kudos than the Mk2 Golf. It’s strong, practical and still affordable – and because panels, trim, service parts and accessories are all still readily available, there’s no limit to what you can do at home on your driveway. So here’s our top 10 buying tips to help you sift … Continued
Even if new shape Beetle’s aren’t your bag, it’s difficult not to be slightly intrigued by the RSi. It’s a fully-fledged stripped out hooligan of a car – and judging by the number registered for the road (or not, as it happens) it’s becoming one of the rarest commodities on the VW scene…
Strong, practical and with all the credentials to become a classic in its own right, it’s easy to see why now might be the time to buy a MkIV Golf. Here’s how to spot the best examples…
The air-cooled VW’s flat floorpan is one of its most distinctive features. It’s probably also the source of the most headaches when it comes to tackling rust. Here’s a warts ‘n all guide to this essential but troublesome piece of Volkswagen heritage…
There’s always a certain amount of risk involved when buying a used car – and sadly us Dub lovers aren’t immune to being fleeced by Arthur Daley characters happy to pass off a nail as a ‘good, honest motor’. New rules promise to make the whole process a lot safer, but you still need to … Continued
