1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI

This 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI was built at VW's former plant in Westmoreland, PA, and launched the GTI brand that thrives today. Journalists got to drive this and other VW classics as part of Volkswagen's Summer of Love. The car resides with the VW Collection in Herndon, VA.

Tom Murphy, Managing Editor

September 4, 2020

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1984 VW Rabbit GTI front quarter
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About the Author

Tom Murphy

Tom Murphy

Managing Editor, Informa/WardsAuto

Tom Murphy test drives cars throughout the year and focuses on powertrain and interior technology. He leads selection of the Wards 10 Best Engines, Wards 10 Best Interiors and Wards 10 Best UX competitions. Tom grills year-round, never leaves home without a guitar pick and aspires to own a Jaguar E-Type someday.

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