Name: (1987) Volkswagen Golf Pikes Peak (Mk2)
Pictures:
Obtained From: Dyler and Road & Track
Powertrain:
- Engines: Twin-Engined (yep two engines) 1.8 L 16-valve I4
- Output: 643 hp (479 kW; original); 493 hp (368 kW; detuned)
- Transmission: 5-speed Hewland (im not too positive about this)
Layout:
- Bi-Motor
- AWD
Performance:
- 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h): 3.4 seconds
- Top Speed: 135 mph (217 km/h)*
Others:
- Country: DE; Germany
- Body Style + Class: PPHIC Compact Hatchback
- Production: 1987
Additional Facts:
- The Golf Pikes Peak (Mk2) was three turns from the top of Pikes Peak, (roughly a quarter of a mile or 400 metres) before retiring
- The Golf Pikes Peak (Mk2), driven by Jochem Kleint, was predicted to have the fastest time at the hillclimb; sadly, a suspension ball joint broke, denying it from finishing
- The Golf Pikes Peak (Mk2), led by Volkswagen’s head mechanic Jörg Rauchmaul, was restored in 2018; the only component that needed to be replaced was the cooling system
(would love to see a golf in the game!)
*most likely
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