1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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by Anonymous
Jan 23, 2010
I just bought a 1990 from an original owner and the car is mint.
I had two in the past and when I saw this one, I thought it was
a keeper. They are way above the crowd and for a 20 year old
car, it outhandles many of the new boring ones on the road. the
fit and finish is rediculously grand. Jan 23, 2010
by Ken B
Jul 26, 2009
a true underestimated classic with impressive handling and possiblilities for more and still usable for everyday purposes - so no need to hide and only use on sundays..THIS ONE IS BUILT FOR USE - and still follows most more powerfull cars...YEE HAWJul 26, 2009
by Anonymous
Apr 14, 2009
I LOVE THIS CAR. Bought it used and put some money into it
so it would be reliable and boy has it been a faithful
workhorse. It is so much fun to drive, even with what it now
older technology. Mine is an 8v GTi and one thing that bugs
me? ALL GTi's are HATCHBACKS. Who named this group on
the forum anyway? You find me a Golf that is not a
hatchback and I will eat my words! Anyway my car gets
great gas mileage (26 around town, up to 36 on the highway)
and is reliable enough I would drive it anywhere. The Recaro seats are very
comfy with lots of support. I made my suspension stiffer
with the addition of Boge Pro Gas shocks and struts. I also
beefed up the exhaust with a header plus manifold. I love
the boxy styling, even more so than the Mk5 Golfs now. My
car had a/c issues when I bought it but after rebuilding the
system (something that is necessary when you let the system
run dry) it has been trouble-free for more than 10 years. Maybe this
car's only fault would be the airbox: it seems to go out on a
regular basis and is expensive to fix. (Update: after replacing 3 of them over the years, the MAF sensor has been fine) This could be related
to the Digifant fuel injection system on my particular car,
and there were two FI systems available. I think Motronic is
the other one. Anyway, with some research you could
probably figure out which one is best. The brakes are more than adequate.
Back seat is tight, but works for small kids although the safety is probably not the best due its lack of a rear end. For sheer Fun Factor vs. Cost of Ownership? MY MONEY WAS MORE THAN WELL
SPENT.Apr 14, 2009
User rating:
by Anonymous
Jan 23, 2010
I just bought a 1990 from an original owner and the car is mint.
I had two in the past and when I saw this one, I thought it was
a keeper. They are way above the crowd and for a 20 year old
car, it outhandles many of the new boring ones on the road. the
fit and finish is rediculously grand. Jan 23, 2010
by Ken B
Jul 26, 2009
a true underestimated classic with impressive handling and possiblilities for more and still usable for everyday purposes - so no need to hide and only use on sundays..THIS ONE IS BUILT FOR USE - and still follows most more powerfull cars...YEE HAWJul 26, 2009
by Anonymous
Apr 14, 2009
I LOVE THIS CAR. Bought it used and put some money into it
so it would be reliable and boy has it been a faithful
workhorse. It is so much fun to drive, even with what it now
older technology. Mine is an 8v GTi and one thing that bugs
me? ALL GTi's are HATCHBACKS. Who named this group on
the forum anyway? You find me a Golf that is not a
hatchback and I will eat my words! Anyway my car gets
great gas mileage (26 around town, up to 36 on the highway)
and is reliable enough I would drive it anywhere. The Recaro seats are very
comfy with lots of support. I made my suspension stiffer
with the addition of Boge Pro Gas shocks and struts. I also
beefed up the exhaust with a header plus manifold. I love
the boxy styling, even more so than the Mk5 Golfs now. My
car had a/c issues when I bought it but after rebuilding the
system (something that is necessary when you let the system
run dry) it has been trouble-free for more than 10 years. Maybe this
car's only fault would be the airbox: it seems to go out on a
regular basis and is expensive to fix. (Update: after replacing 3 of them over the years, the MAF sensor has been fine) This could be related
to the Digifant fuel injection system on my particular car,
and there were two FI systems available. I think Motronic is
the other one. Anyway, with some research you could
probably figure out which one is best. The brakes are more than adequate.
Back seat is tight, but works for small kids although the safety is probably not the best due its lack of a rear end. For sheer Fun Factor vs. Cost of Ownership? MY MONEY WAS MORE THAN WELL
SPENT.Apr 14, 2009
by Pascal N
Jan 18, 2009
The Golf Mk2 GTI G60 was an excelent Car, with a really good Performance, Top handling, Brakes,Powerfull Engine.
Quality: This Volkswagen have best Quallity and lowest repair costs.
Interior: Recaro Seats was the best was Market brings in a Car.
Exterior: Sporty Body with Understatment Fenderflares, Foglights,Roofspoiler, big Bumpers from 89-91
Cost: New Car Cost was ok, but a good used Car have very high prices.
Fun Factor: was absolutly great! for Street and Racetrack
Jan 18, 2009
by Anonymous
Aug 10, 2008
Good performance from an old hatchback, great fun to drive with excellent handling. Cool styling from GTi models. Ultra reliable, will easily cruise into 150k miles with minor maintenance, I get 40mpg on the motorway.
I swapped a 1.6 golf driver for this car and I have never looked back. This has power steering, onboard computer (which all works), it's cool getting miles per gallon readings from a 1990 car.
If you want a classy piece of motoring history, get one.Aug 10, 2008
by Sarah D
Jun 19, 2008
love it just a shame i can't drive it at the moment!Jun 19, 2008
by Mike C
Mar 23, 2008
When I traded in my used 1979 GTI in favour of a brand new 1990 model GTI, I was pretty
stoked. I loved the older one but it had older car problems and this was my first brand
new car. It was between this and a slightly used supercharged Toyota MR2 and a Mk1
Mazda Miata. It's fair to say I had pretty good taste in cars as they all became iconic cars.
While the Miata was a soft top and was very sexy and the MR2 went like stink, I was having
a love-affair with VWs so I went with a blend of good-looking, practicality and fun.
VWs have always been brilliantly-made cars, and ever since then I've always done the "VW
door test" with new cars as the vacuum-seal and satisfyingly muted "whump" sound of a
VW door closing indicated pure quality to me (compared to, for eg, a Honda Civic of its
time which sounded decidedly plasticy and cheap).
If I could've afforded it, I would've gone for the 16-valver (which also had a nicer
grill/headlights) but I loved driving the Golf nonetheless. Great handling, good stereo,
excellent brakes and a peppy 1.8L engine.
I would highly recommend a Golf, though in recent years they've become a bit expensive
and aren't breaking new ground as much.Mar 23, 2008
by Pete I
Mar 15, 2008
spent eight years driving and rebuilding and driving some more with a big grin on my face, loved every secound of it, even when the engine blew 200 miles from home, just a good excuse to fit a faster one!Mar 15, 2008
by Dean E
Feb 03, 2008
Good fun car to drive, very reliable and its a vwFeb 03, 2008
by Rhys H
Jan 10, 2008
The big bumper 16v Mk2 Golf is just the sweetest hot-hatch ever...period!Jan 10, 2008
by Langley S
Nov 02, 2007
bought this many years ago. Have since sold it. Wonderful car. Great handling, great pickup, very reasonable price.
the only reason I ended up getting rid of it was that it did not have all wheel drive. I think you can now by the Volkswagen r32 which has a monster engine and all wheel drive. Nov 02, 2007
by test t
Oct 10, 2006
My first car that I ever bought and boy was it a wonderful machine. This car has the heart of a porsche at a much more reasonable price. I think I paid around $22k for the car and it was well worth it.
Mine was a 6 speed, 16V version. Very peppy pickup and great handling. the only downside was it did not have all wheel drive so in the snow it was a bit of an adventure. I understand the new higher end GTIs have all wheel drive which would make this a wonderful all season car.
overall, I loved this car and would highly recommend.Oct 10, 2006
1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI Pricing
Original MSRP
$9,995 to $13,220Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Seats
Front seat type: Recaro · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
