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1988 Volkswagen Golf
Germany
Gasoline
2WD
Convertible
Updated Aug 26, 2026
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Specifications
Vehicle Details
Powertrain
Engine & Performance
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Interior
Features
Safety & Security
Other
Vehicle Details
Year
1988
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Body Style
Convertible
Generation
A1 Facelift (Type 15)
Seats
4
Doors
2
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
2WD
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 3
4
5-speed
Powertrain
Engine Name
1.6
Power (hp)
72 hp
Power (kW)
53 kW
Torque
120 Nm (89 lb-ft)
Displacement
1,595 cc
Engine & Performance
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 3
4
5-speed
Fuel
General › Fuel Cap Position
Rear
Right
General
Lockable Fuel Cap
Yes
Brakes
Front Brakes
Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes
Drum Brakes
Front Brakes
Cooling
Ventilated
Suspensions
Suspension, Front
Independent
MacPherson Strut
Spring, Rear
Coil
Suspension, Rear
Independent
Yes
Dimensions & Weight
Weight
Max Roof Load
0 kg
(0 lb)
Exterior
Chassis & Body
Chassis
Chassis
Cabriolet
Chassis Construction
Unibody
Body Material
Steel
Equipment
Windows
Window Lifts, Front
Powered
Interior
Equipment
Instrument Cluster
Speedometer
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Fuel Gauge
Analogue
Coolant Temperature
Analogue
Climate Control
Air Condition
Optional
Connectivity
Features
Comfort Features
Cruise Control
Optional
Safety & Security
Seat Belt
Type of Belt
Two-Point-Belt (Lap Belt)
Outer Rear Seats
Three-Point-Belt
Front Seats
Airbags
Frontal Airbag
Driver: Yes
Passenger: -
Rear: -
Other
Car Classification
American Classification
Compact Car
British Classification
Small Family Car
Australian Classification
Small Car
European Segment
C-Segment
Car.info Classification
Medium Family Car
Volkswagen
855 vehicles
Heated Windows
Rear
Tinted Windows
Optional
Other Equipment
Spoiler
Front
Lights
Main Beam
Halogen
Low Beam
Halogen
Rear Lights
Halogen
Rims & Tires
Rim Type
Disc Wheel
Radio
AM
FM
Media Format
Cassette
Speakers
Total Number of Speakers
4 pcs
Rear-view Mirror
Adjustments
Mechanical
Rear-view Mirror: Mirror Type
Standard
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments
Glove Compartment
Light
Lockable (Manual)
Door
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Other Equipment
Make-up Mirror
Passenger Side
Clock
Digital
Steering Wheel
Power Steering
Yes
Number of Spokes
4
Colour
Black
Steering Mechanism
Rack and Pinion
Seats
Front Seats › Adjustments, Driver
Seat Height
Optional
Backrest Angle
Yes
Headrest, Height
Manual
Front Seats
Heated Seats
Optional
Front Seats › Heated Seats
Cushion
Optional
Second Seat Row
Golf
Model
31 variants
€67,000
MSRP · EUR
8.9
Body
Collapsible
Yes
Number of Seats
2
Type of Seat
Adult
Convertible
Variant
Golf Standard
1979–2016
Golf Convertible Generations
2 of 5
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A1 Facelift (Type 15)
1988–1993
Year
1988
Powertrain
1.6
Horsepower
72 hp
Drivetrain
2WD
Fuel
Transmission
Automatic | Manual, 3 | 4 | 5-speed
Gasoline
Convertible
2WD
Automatic | Manual, 3 | 4 | 5-speed
Gasoline
