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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
The VW Golf Mk I was introduced in 1974 as a successor to the VW Beetle and was one of the first widely successful front wheel drive hatchbacks. The GTI version was launched in 1975 and proved to be the 'hot rod hatchback' of the age with the ability to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 9 seconds, making it a particular favourite of young male drivers! This model is registered A290 MFC dating from 1983 and an interesting detail on the registration plate sees the GB/EEC badge included in blue and white. The car is painted in a sporty metallic green with black interior. Other exterior detailing is also finished in black and the model is rounded off with the Volkswagen Golf GTI name printed in silver across the back and a simple GTI marque on the radiator grille.
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Oxford Diecast Volkswagen Golf GTI Lhasa Green Metallic – 1:76 Scale. Manufacturer part number 76GF005. The model represents the period of British Rail sectorisation.
The Volkswagen Golf Mk I was launched in 1974 as a successor to the Beetle and became one of the first widely successful front‑wheel‑drive hatchbacks. The GTI version appeared in 1975 and was marketed as the “hot‑rod hatchback” of its era, capable of accelerating from 0‑60 mph in approximately 9 seconds, making it popular with young male drivers.
The die‑cast model is registered A290 MFC, a plate dating from 1983 that includes the GB/EEC badge in blue and white. It is finished in a sporty metallic green colour with a black interior; exterior trim is also black. The Volkswagen Golf GTI name is printed in silver on the rear and a simple GTI badge appears on the radiator grille.