VW Scirocco 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Low second hand prices offer good value for little money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Factory parts expensive (but aren't they all?)

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent road manners. Corners like a leech, provided tyre pressures right and tread good!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fast, for its age. Acceleration through gears good, but moderns now keep up.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a VW...

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks better than most modern shapeless crap, unless you put it alongside supercars.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok on short journeys. A little tiring on long runs and I'm around 5' 10".

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Poor. Fit anti-theft door plates - around £40 per pair, but worth it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None, but is ready for oil pump and valve seals. Cards complex and need occasional re-setting.

    Other

    Petty things like plasticy interior bits.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes