Blinkers not working 1985 Golf
I checked the fuses and there not blown. My blinkers and emergency flashers are not working. Any suggestions?
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1985 Volkswagen Golf Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Once known as the Rabbit, the U.S. adopted this much-loved hatchback's original European name and reintroduced itself as the 1985 Volkswagen Golf. The 1985 Golf was larger and wider than the Rabbit, which meant more passenger room in the either 2-door or 4-door hatchback.
This "hot hatch," so termed because of its European performance-designed suspension and powerful engine, was Volkswagen's best selling car ever, but this was mostly because of its popularity in Europe. The 1985 Golf actually did worse sales than the 1984 Rabbit and took a while to gain fans in the States. Both hatchbacks came equipped with a 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder 85-hp engine and 5-speed manual transmission. A 3-speed auto tran was optional. Also available was a 1.6-liter diesel engine, making 52-hp. Improved suspension and FWD increased overall performance and the Golf was a zippy little compact, perfect for city driving and parallel parking. At 27/34 mpg, it was also a smart buy for economy-minded drivers.
Though cheapness was its biggest selling point (it certainly didn't offer much in the way of options or style), the 1985 Volkswagen Golf had also won fans for its interior space and durability. It takes a licking and keeps on kicking, and its light handling makes it fun to drive. The major complaint seemed to be lack of parts and the high cost of repairs.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1985 Volkswagen Golf
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by Riaan L
Aug 07, 2010
This car is a very good car for everyday use, very reliable and not the slowes on the road. There are no luxuries such as power steering, central locking or air con, however it does have all the needed things to get from A to B or even further.Aug 07, 2010
by Riku N
Jun 08, 2010
Old GTI. Nice to drive and good acceleration. 1,8 Litre free breathing engine
pushing about 140 hp. Handles like a damn good girl ;D It beats in track mk3 and
mk4 GTI golfs because mk2 dry weight is only 940kgJun 08, 2010
by Ben T
Oct 05, 2009
The Vw Golf Is One Of A Kind In Both Senses Totall Fast A Real Pocket Rocket Didn't Cost Much To Run It had Some Audi Wheels And It Could Blitz Boy Racers If You Get Me Lol :L Crack on :)Oct 05, 2009
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by Riaan L
Aug 07, 2010
This car is a very good car for everyday use, very reliable and not the slowes on the road. There are no luxuries such as power steering, central locking or air con, however it does have all the needed things to get from A to B or even further.Aug 07, 2010
by Riku N
Jun 08, 2010
Old GTI. Nice to drive and good acceleration. 1,8 Litre free breathing engine
pushing about 140 hp. Handles like a damn good girl ;D It beats in track mk3 and
mk4 GTI golfs because mk2 dry weight is only 940kgJun 08, 2010
by Ben T
Oct 05, 2009
The Vw Golf Is One Of A Kind In Both Senses Totall Fast A Real Pocket Rocket Didn't Cost Much To Run It had Some Audi Wheels And It Could Blitz Boy Racers If You Get Me Lol :L Crack on :)Oct 05, 2009
by Mads K
Aug 06, 2009
The one and only :)
Keskin KT3 fælge.
1,8 DOHC 16V
- KR Motor.
- Hartmann bananmanifold. (4-2-1)
- Andre knaster. (Kender ikke mærke eller noget.)
- 2Y Gearkasse.
-3" Rustfri udstødning.
Den vildest vogn :)
Til salg 25000 kr.
Skriv hvis du vil købe.Aug 06, 2009
by Cristina C
Jul 10, 2009
I loved this car.. his name was Hagrid and brought me everywheren
Speedy when needed, relabile, a disel that new to drive on pretty nothing.
A bit of cost for repairing but not exagerating, the clasic look make you feel like part of a club.
Fun to drive! Jul 10, 2009
by Gavin F
May 21, 2009
Build quality was excellent, and the engine was unbreakable, you'd wreck the car before you could wreck the engine. and the sound was the most amazing that I've ever heard. spent most of my money on this baby, and never regretted it. fun factor out of 10 (7 out of 10)May 21, 2009
by Karcic T
Feb 20, 2009
this car is very solid. He is undestructible. he is very old but he is in such good conditio that you cant believe it. it has good acceleration, very good handling and good brakes. it is very good car for those who has a small budget because maintenance for this car is very cheap.Feb 20, 2009
by Borislav P
Feb 18, 2009
off ami ne znam kakvo da kaja, , taka 4e 6te pi6a samo i samo da izhabq neobhodinoto koli4estvo dumi koito trqbva da napi6a, off nqma li ve4e da svar6vat, o6te 10 dumi. ami ne znam kakvo drugo da kaja to4ka ...Feb 18, 2009
by Marshall P
Aug 08, 2008
My homely little blue Golf. You could stuff an entire Genx apartment in that thing and still get 25 miles to the gallon while you moved. As a bare bones car, nothing ever went wrong. I got 180k miles on the thing and only had to replace the door handles. ...at least 2 times each. When the steering rack finally snapped at Wal Mart at mile number 182,008, I knew it was time to die. May she rest in pieces.Aug 08, 2008
by Dan W
Jul 18, 2008
i have a mk2 golf gti on a c plate, the performance is ggod for a 1.8 8v, good solid engine, could do with a nit of bodywork ie paint but is solid no rot, i`ve lowered it and put it on deep dish 15" but have allot more left to do so watch this space maybe!!Jul 18, 2008
by Dennis J
Apr 13, 2008
langsom, men flot bil alderen taget i betragtningApr 13, 2008
by Chris L
Apr 09, 2008
Plenty of room for upgradesApr 09, 2008
by Kenny P
Mar 31, 2008
Bought this from my aunt when I started college and needed something that runs, plus, it's a 5-speed, so I used it to teach most of my friends how to drive a 5-speed. Sold the car for $650 back in 2001. Mar 31, 2008
by Jonathan L
Mar 23, 2008
my daily "beater". it aint pretty but gets 45+ mpg.
Mar 23, 2008
by Maria K
Mar 19, 2008
My summary says it alMar 19, 2008
by Jon H
Jan 13, 2008
classic hot hatch with cool looks and good rep.Jan 13, 2008
by Maarten B
Jan 11, 2008
Crashed it in it's moments of glory. She was totally red, nice rims,not those on the picture, bought her for 250€.Jan 11, 2008
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1985 Volkswagen Golf Pricing
Original MSRP
$7,310 to $7,520Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent