Do u reckon the mk2 will become a classic??

[danhock]

I just dont thin its got any outstanding qualities that'll make it a classic car.

Its a good car but so was Honda Integra EX16 but nobody remembers that.

[Overseer]

but the vr6 does right?

therefore.. you classify everything purely based upon performance..

[danhock]

To be honest i know little about the VR6, i've no idea on how good it is.

Whether a car is a classic is very subjective.

I've always liked the Mk1 so i got one. There isnt any other Golf i'd consider getting at the moment.

The next car i'd like to get is a Honda CRX (90-92 age) just because ive always liked them.

[golfvr6]

The mk3 16v is a good car, i just had to get the vr6. As for being a classic, its still a bit early to say.

[tinman]

Yes and no to the original question.

Some Mk2s will become a classic but they'll be top end 16v, G60 and Rallye.

Mk1 Campaigns have already sealed their future, as have Clippers and Mk1 Cabs. Cabs always have a future in classic cars.

Modified cars won't a future though. They are a labour of love, and when they lose that loving owner they'll rot just as quick as any other car. The reasons they will lose that owner is because people grow older, get more responsibilities, get kids etc. So the pride and joy in the garage will eventually give way to a more practical car.

The trouble with the Mk2 Golf at the moment is that there are simply too many around. We need another 500,000 to be scrapped before they acheive any sort of classic status.

Performance is a non issue. Rarity will be the issue. If performance was important no-one would resotre VW Camper vans.

Tin

[Overseer]

The mk3 16v is a good car, i just had to get the vr6. As for being a classic, its still a bit early to say.

I would have gone for a vr6 but for me 1200 on the insurance is a bit steep

If I have to choose a reliable second 'fun' car after a 'sensible family one' I would like a mk1 cab.. i've always wanted one

[danhock]

1200 for the insurance???
Why so steep?

[Overseer]

not because of.. high insurance group.. hmm
guess its a combination and the capacity.. 2.8 compared to 2.0..
and how much its stolen..
and how long i've been driving (under 2 years at the moment...)


breakdown of insurance groups

mk2 8v - 14
mk2 16v - 15
mk3 8v - 14
mk3 16v - 16
mk3 vr6 - 16

[Slim Shady]

16v mk2 is a classic car.

best incarnation of the Golf thus far - as a complete package.

Mk1 - best looks

mk2 Valve best all rounder.


 

[modulater]

I would agree in that the MK2 16V is a classic, it set a new trend at the time and others had to follow suit so like the original MK1 it is a classic indeed.

The Rallye and G60 are gorgeous cars but not being that popular in numbers in blighty means that not many people have experienced how awesome they are.