VW Scirocco 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Cheap to buy and ok to run. Insurance was a scare first time.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts are ok. Plenty of second-hand ones around.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good fun, but a bit scrappy when pushed really hard.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent. Lots of go for your money.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Hardly a murmer, and I do 20,000+ miles a year. Just comming up to 200,000 miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's different and still stands out.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I like it. 5' 10", but that's my driving style.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I have a visible steering lock.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good. I have FSH and keep it up.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New head gasket at 140,000 miles.

    Other

    Front shocks at 120,000 miles.

    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