The Mk 2 Volkswagen Golf GTi was launched in the UK in 1984 and was very much the hot hatch to beat.

Meanwhile, Turbo Technics were making a name for themselves in fitting aftermarket turbochargers, most famously to fast Fords but actually covering an extensive range of cars from the humble Triumph Acclaim to the Range Rover V8.

For the not insubstantial sum of £2,000 they would turn up the wick on your 8-valve Golf GTI from the standard 112 bhp to 168 bhp with the fitment of a Garrett T3 turbo.

Modifications were made to the manifold and exhaust, the injection system was upgraded and a front mounted intercooler was added.

The clutch was upgraded to a Sachs item for its greater strength and the whole thing tuned for good low speed performance, minimal turbo lag and reliable daily use.

We are delighted to offer this 1986 Volkswagen Golf GTi in Tornado Red with grey cloth interior.

First registered in April 1986 and supplied to a Mr Atkins of Banbury, it was quickly fitted with a f...