Product Description

Volkswagen's Golf hatchback, introduced in 1974, quickly became one of the world's most popular cars. Its reputation for reliability and longevity has ensured that the Golf remains in production to this day. Additionally, the GTI, essentially a sportier version of the Golf, has become a modern-day "classic," while the Jetta, primarily a Golf with a trunk, has earned a particularly enthusiastic following in the United States. Vehicle restoration expert Lindsay Porter tells readers what to look for when buying an older car, and how to bring it back to first-class condition, ready to put another 100,000 miles on the clock. Key content includes: Golf A1, Rabbit A2, the GTI 1600 and 1800, and Jettas; history and development; step-by-step, fully illustrated sequences for undertaking mechanical overhauls and restoration of bodywork, interior, and electrics; and such modifications as fitting an uprated engine, suspension, brakes, and more.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #929201 in Books
• Published on: 2000-10-14
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 192 pages

Customer Reviews

VW Golf and Jetta Restoration Manual (Restoration Manuals)
Excellent book on taking apart a 1980s era VW Golf and then putting it back together fully restored. Lots of helpful hints about evaluating a used Golf/Jetta to determine what needs to be done to restore it. Many helpful suggestions on what to look for during the 'taking apart' and 'putting back together' phases.