This 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V carries a rich history, having been registered in Alabama for three decades before relocating to Georgia in May 2024. The current seller acquired the vehicle through Bring a Trailer (BaT) in August 2024. Finished in a striking red exterior complemented by black leatherette and gray cloth upholstery, this Scirocco blends classic style with tasteful upgrades.
Under previous ownership, the car was modified with a 2.0-liter 9A-specification short block sourced from a 1991 Passat in 1998. During that engine swap, replacement bearings and piston rings were installed, paired with the stock 16-valve cylinder head. Additional modifications include a Neuspeed front strut tower brace and a Borla rear muffler, enhancing both handling and exhaust note.
This model features a five-speed manual transaxle, delivering power efficiently to the front wheels. It rides on 14″ Silverstone alloy wheels mounted with 195/60 Hankook tires as of September 2024. The suspension benefits from the aforementioned Neuspeed strut tower brace, while stopping power is handled by four-wheel disc brakes for confident braking performance.
The Karmann-built body was repainted red in 2004 and displays hallmark 16V details such as badging, a larger rear spoiler, body-color side skirts, bumper covers, and wheel arch extensions. The roof rail channels were filled under previous ownership, and the car retains classic touches like quadruple rectangular headlights, a hatch spoiler, and a rear window wiper. The manually tilting and sliding sunroof is functional but reportedly sticks intermittently.
Inside, the cabin offers a blend of gray striped cloth and black leatherette-trimmed bolsters and headrests. Comfort features include air conditioning, power windows and locks (though the power windows operate intermittently), Scirocco 16V-branded floor mats, and a factory cassette stereo paired with a four-speaker sound system and a cassette holder.
The cockpit centers around a four-spoke steering wheel framing a 140-mph speedometer, tachometer, digital clock, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. An oil temperature gauge is mounted in the center stack. The six-digit odometer currently reads approximately 117,000 miles, with around 2,000 miles added since the current ownership began. Of note, the odometer gear was replaced previously, but only one digit moves when driving, rendering total mileage uncertain.
Maintenance and recent updates further enhance this Scirocco’s reliability. Previous work included servicing the air conditioning system, replacing the starter motor, timing belt, water pump, thermostat, fuel filter, spark plugs, accessory drive belts, PCV breather hoses, vacuum lines, and various gaskets. The coolant level sensor was replaced in January 2025, while the power steering rack and pinion assembly was swapped out in February 2025. CV axle boots were replaced in June 2024, and the tires are fresh as of September 2024.
This Scirocco is offered alongside factory literature, a period brochure, a Volkswagen-branded first aid kit, a Bentley Publishers service manual, service records, a clean Carfax report free of accidents or damage, and a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name.
Originally released in the U.S. and Canada in mid-1986, the 16V model featured distinctive styling cues including a body kit and a larger rear spoiler. This example remains a stylish and well-maintained representative of that era, combining classic appeal with thoughtful updates that make it a compelling choice for enthusiasts.
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