Volkswagen

Classic Golf GTIs: driving Volkswagen’s hot hatch icons

The Volkswagen Golf GTI has been the benchmark hot hatch since 1975. We drive the first three generations – which…

8 months ago

1977 Volkswagen Polo review: Retro Road Test

The original Mk1 Volkswagen Polo makes for a great starter classic. Here's what you need to know about buying one.

8 months ago

Auction Car of the Week: 1991 Volkswagen Corrado G60

This recently restored Volkswagen Corrado G60 is a great example of the classic coupe, with a supercharged engine and BBS…

1 year ago

How a broken-down Volkswagen helped create a famous dog toy

Loved by millions of dogs around the world, the Kong chew toy was inspired by a suspension part from the…

2 years ago

Great Motoring Disasters: trying to replace the Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen spent many years and vast quantities of Deutschmarks trying to replace the Beetle. We travel the rocky road that…

2 years ago

1974 Volkswagen T2 camper review: Retro Road Test

Brimful of easygoing charm, the Volkswagen T2 camper van is perfect for family adventures. But do your homework before buying…

2 years ago

Volkswagen K70: the story of a ‘quiet game changer’

The Volkswagen K70 was destined to wear an NSU badge, but the front-driven and water-cooled saloon was a turning point…

3 years ago

2004 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5: Retro Road Test

The fifth-generation VW Golf GTI is arguably the best of the breed, with a punchy engine, agile handling and no-compromise…

3 years ago

One in five classic cars fail voluntary MOT tests

A Freedom of Information request has uncovered high failure rates for classic cars that are submitted for a voluntary MOT…

3 years ago

The winners and losers in the 2020 retro car market

Analysis of insurance value trends shows first lockdown had no effect on some classics. Others have fared less well.

4 years ago

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