Ratty Rescue: MKI GTI

Here’s another ratty ride in need of rescue by a VWVortex member. This ongoing series helps match our faithful readers to an interesting car in need of attention. And what we have today is one of the era’s most iconic models: a 1984 GTI.

After the oil crisis of the 1970s, there were few true performance cars. Emissions and economy standards choked the life out of all engines. Even V8 models from American manufacturers struggled to make more than 150hp. There weren’t many options for enthusiasts looking for something with some real pep. VW engineers turned the notion of a sporty car on its head when it introduced the GTI. What started as a simple and economical hatchback transformed into something altogether different when a high-compression motor, suspension upgrades, wide alloy wheels, and a 5 speed close-ratio transmission were added. The hot hatch was born. And Volkswagen had an instant hit on their hands.

This 1984 GTI is a little rough around the edges. But underneath the surface rust lies a true legend. Not much is included in the ad; you’ll need to work with the seller to get more info. To start, this GTI appears to be quite complete, at least on the outside. Bumpers, body trim, and even the snowflake alloy wheels are all in place. Unfortunately, there are no interior photos. The engine is…installed. There’s no mention of how or if it runs.

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Some good points with this car: there’s a spare 1.8L 16 valve engine included with the car and an extra transmission. A second set of front seats come with the car as well. The spare seats are in very good condition. Some not-so-great points: there’s no title as the GTI was going to be a track car. There’s also a substantial amount of surface rust. But the seller has noted there’s no structural rot. Overall though, it looks like a perfect candidate for a somewhat easy restoration.

If you’re looking for a winter project, this GTI should be on your list. You can view the original ad on thesamba.com. The seller is asking $1,000 and the car is in Media Pennsylvania just outside of Philadelphia.

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