What kind of car is the Scirocco 16V?
Additional history by Doug Teulie… The VW 16v head was first used in the Scirocco as a test for the Golf and to give the sport car some, sport! The Scirocco is a low production car compared to the Golf so it is not as easy to find the history on the Scirocco 16v.
When did the VW Scirocco come into production?
In 1974 Volkswagen introduced the Scirocco for VW fans looking for a quality sports car hatchback at a great price. The VW Scirocco put our favorite auto maker on the map and a new and improved Scirocco was returned to production in 2008 in Europe.
What kind of parts do I need for my VW Scirocco?
Our selection includes OEM VW Scirocco parts, replacement VW Scirocco parts, and used VW Scirocco parts so we’re sure to be able to get your car back on the road in no time. Not sure exactly what VW Scirocco parts to order?
What kind of engine does a VW 16V have?
Previous iterations of the 1.8L engine put down 30% less HP, the 16v was VW’s ultimate 4 banger. This would be the only time the A1 chassis received the 16v engine from the factory.
When did the Volkswagen Scirocco Mk2 come out?
The Scirocco MK2 actually was produced and imported to America starting in 1982, but it all ended in 1988, for the USA at least. Canadian buyers were blessed until 1989, and the very lucky Europeans held on until 1992. The Scirocco was ultimately replaced in Volkswagens’ line-up by the Corrado, which itself was relatively short lived.
Why was the Scirocco 3 called the Corrado?
In 1985 the Corrado design project was still called the Scirocco 3 unofficially and it was being designed with the VR6. The Corrado name was decided on after marketing found that VW could not remove the Scirocco price point from the market and the Scirocco 3 (Corrado) was way too expensive.
What was the displacement of a Volkswagen Scirocco in 1976?
For 1976, European buyers could opt for the 110-hp, fuel-injected Scirocco GTI, but Americans had to be satisfied with an increase in bore, from 76.5 to 79.5 mm, which brought displacement to 1,588 cc— and added one lone horsepower. On all models, a mono windshield wiper replaced a two-wiper setup.
How many Scirocco Mk 1’s were made?
More than half-a-million Mk 1 Sciroccos were built during its seven-year run, with America serving as an important market for the model. Many of these have fallen victim to rust over the years, which adds to the challenge of finding a nice, straight example today.
What was the horsepower of a 1978 Scirocco?
For 1978, displacement retreated to 1,457 cc, via a shortened, 73.4-mm stroke, making this the only year the Scirocco was sold here with an oversquare engine. Horsepower fell from 78 to 71, though it seemed to have little effect on performance—at least no one in the enthusiast press made much of an issue of it.
How many miles does a 1988 VW Scirocco have?
Approximately 2k of the 64k indicated miles have been added during the seller’s 12-year ownership, and the car is finished in Tornado Red over a black interior. Additional modifications include an intercooler, H&R coilovers, 15″ BBS wheels, an aftermarket exhaust system, and more as outlined below.