Oxford Diecast Black Golf GTI - 1:76 Scale

Oxford Diecast Black Golf GTI - 1:76 Scale

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 Sirocco, 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.The Oxford Diecast Black Golf GTI is a 1:76 scale model. The name "Golf" originated from the German word for Gulf Stream, "Golf Storm," which is an oceanic air current. The Volkswagen company had a habit of naming their models after famous winds, such as the VW Sirocco, Bora, Jetta, Passat, as well as the Golf. This car was designed by the Italian automobile designer - Giorgetto Giugiaro. The Golf was known for its water-cooled engine, front-wheel drive, and hatchback shape. These mechanical attributes made it perfect for the "hot hatch" youth of the day, as it had crisp handling and good road holding. In addition, the car was very comfortable to drive.