VW Scirocco 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap and good value for money!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts expensive, but very reliable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good drive. Roadholding excellent. Brakes iffy.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent for its age. 110mph no prob! Accelerates well.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Overall good. Carbs complex and troublesome. Filler pipe rotted and costly to replace.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dated, but still a good lokker if kept well. Individual styling in today's car world.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Tiring on long runs (I'm 5' 8"). Poor thigh support.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    After-sales door plates fitted to prevent common break-ins.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New head gasket and cam belt at 140k miles.

    Other

    Carb and timing needs regular attention. Petrol filler pipe rots and is expensive to replace.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No