Cabriolet purchase?

[Ceptor]

Gents

I don't know much about the Golf cabriolet range so I hope some of you could help me decided if it's the car for me.

Is there a best model to look for, best engine type for reliability and mpg.

Any points to look out for when viewing a cab.

Should I buy privatly or is there an accepted Cabriolet specialist I should contact?

Thanks.

[mark1cabs]

hey mate well i goto vote for the mark one golf cabs its great to look at and the car is just awsome things to look out for are rust in the normal places but check the rubbers around the door that meets the roof at the top  as they can be costly also check the roof fully and check the car for wet floor try and pull uf the carpet by the side of drivers seat as its a low point in the car shocks also go and engine moutings check them its just normal stuff realy if you need any help welcome to contact me

[eyeletboy]

i'd say the best cab to go for is the sportline or the rivage(1.8 gti).it has a nicer interior than the other models i have seen and is more rare.check for damp carpets(water leaks) and check space between each panel(crash damage).they tend to be a bit more expensive but are worth the xtra cash.

[Mars Attacks]

check all those rubber seals around where the roof sits. they are expensive to replace if rotten.

nice choice of car, i must say!  

[AdamB]

Any with a Clipper kit look a bit more sporty - the Sportline is my favourite, which is why I bought one. GTI engine, Recaro interior, Big Bumper kit, and power hood. They come in red or black. Mine gets loads of attention in the summer.

[richandhazel]

Here's a good buyers guide:-

http://www.matey-matey.com/golf_buying_guide.shtml

If you scroll through to page 5 you'll find mk1 specific information.

[Ceptor]

Thanks for the information guys. I like the look of the Rivage model. Did they come with leather seats and leccy windows etc.

Was there no Mk 2 cabriolet?

[AdamB]

Certain models come with leccy windows, but they are fairly cheap and easy to install, if you want them in.
They didnt make any mk2 cab, just continued with the mk1 upto the introduction of the mk3

[MK1CABBIE]

ive got a mk1 cabbie for sale

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[tattyoldwagon]

All I can say as a part time driver of an 83Y ragtop GLi (1.6i GTi engine-5spd) is go for it, just bear in mind the age of the car when you buy it and be willing spend a little money on older cars.

Although a lot of people prefer the clipper kit (you'll see quite a few about) look out for crash damage it may be hiding, check the usual spots for that, panel alignment, bumper supports etc. Other than that the clipper kits are cool. Original Karmann no body kits is my preference, single headlights etc.