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Free Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN Decoder

Decode your Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 4 variants (1974–1983). No registration.

1974–1983 4 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel
Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors)
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Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Golf I (5 Doors) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.5L 4MT FWD (70 HP) 1974–1983 Petrol 1.5 L 68 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.3L 4MT FWD (60 HP) 1974–1983 Petrol 1.3 L 59 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L 4AT FWD (54 HP) 1974–1983 Diesel 1.6 L 54 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
1.1L 4MT FWD (50 HP) 1974–1983 Petrol 1.1 L 50 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN FAQ

What does a Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN tell you?+
A Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) made?+
Our database covers the Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) for model years 1974–1983, across 4 variants.
Is the Volkswagen Golf I (5 Doors) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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