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Hey all!

Been reading this forum for months, as i am really interested in Mk1s. I am due to pass my driving test in a few weeks (God willing), and i am keen on picking up a mk1.

Now heres the tough bit. I havent got the greatest mechanical mind. I know a few basics etc.

Does anyone know how i can learn more about mk1s etc, i mean it seems everyone here is an expert. Sometimes im reading a section and im like.."what the hell.."? lol.

id appreciate some help in some way or the other. As you can see im a basic basic beginner.

Cheers.

Nano

welcome matey
when you get your hand on your own mk1 you will find that your knowledge will become more and more by experience and the use of the forums on here you could always get a haynes manual for your particular mk1 when you get it find them on e-bay all the time
to be honest before i got mine 3yrs ago i knew sack all about them even though i had one some 25yrs ago when i was 18.
use these forums for advise and help remember don't worry about asking a question even if you think its a daft one, cos when we've stopped laughing  you will always get a straight answer, many on here are or have been in the same boat as you are now  :wink:

welcome to the site, don't worry most of us on here have learnt along the way. definate buy a haynes manual, before buying a mk1 read the buyers guide.  where are you ? i'm sure help will be offered if you need it.  scouse or crazyquiff can usually source parts if you need anything.

Hi, welcome!  

Everyone on here will be happy to give you info and advice whenever you need it.

You can also look in the archive section of the forum, or do a search. Most questions have probably been asked in the past by someone or other!

Good luck with your test!  8)

Hi! What model Mk1 are you thinking of getting? I agree the first step is to get hold of a Haynes manual (they often come up 2nd hand on Ebay for example). If you've got a genuine interest to learn more about what goes on under the bonnet you should pick things up quickly once you own one. Everything's nice and simple compared to modern cars! And that makes them a pleasure to work on and maintain…most of the time anyway!
Good luck with the test!  :wink:

u aint the only one mate, im on the lookout for one as well i adore the styling. What sorta engine size u looking for?

Welcome mate.

Have a look in the for sale section.  There is a nice looking red 1.1.  Looks good for a cheap to run and insure first car.

Btw. I haven't got a particularly mechanical mind either.  I've had my gti for a month or so and am learning loads from this forum, haynes manual and just arsing about with the car in my spare time.

Good luck,

Gi

welcome to the site mate take a look at the link ive provided it may still be avaliable

http://www.vwgolfmk1.org.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=31616

welcome to the site and good luck with your search nanosecond, dont buy the first one you see just coz its there, you will know when its the right one