Oxford Diecast 76GF001

Mars Red Golf GTI - 1:76 Scale

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI/AI images rather than photographs

Prototype Eras
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation

Manufacturer description

The name Golf comes from the German word for Gulf Stream - Golf Storm, an oceanic air current. They were fond of calling their VW models after famous winds at one time, including the VW Scirocco, Bora, Jetta and Passat, as well as the Golf. Designed by an Italian automobile designer - Giorgetto Giugiaro, the Golf featured a water-cooled engine, front wheel drive and a hatchback shape. Its mechanical attributes ensured crisp handling and good road holding, ideal for the 'hot hatch' youth of the day - and it was comfortable into the bargain. Launched in 1974 production of the first golf ran until 1983.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Mars Red Golf GTI is a 1:76 scale die‑cast model produced by Oxford Diecast. The model is identified by the manufacturer part number 76GF001 and depicts the Volkswagen Golf GTI in a Mars Red finish.

The vehicle represented is the first‑generation Golf GTI launched on 1 January 1974, with production continuing until 31 December 1983. It was designed by Italian automobile designer Giorgetto Giugiaro and features a water‑cooled engine, front‑wheel drive and a hatchback bodied shape. The model reflects the period of British Rail sectorisation.

The die‑cast model is intended for collectors interested in classic hot‑hatch automobiles and British railway history. It is packaged in a standard Oxford Diecast box and measures approximately 2.5 centimetres in length, 1.3 centimetres in width and 0.9 centimetres in height.