Description

Miniature Volkswagen Golf II Champion 1990

Color : Grey Metallic

Scale : 1/18

Manufacturer : Norev

Article ID 188564

With opening parts : doors, hood, and trunk

Real Model – Volkswagen Golf II Champion 1990

Produced from August 1983 to December 1992, the Volkswagen Golf II represents one of the most significant generations of this German compact car. While more spacious, better protected against corrosion, and more versatile than the original Golf, it retained an instantly recognizable silhouette: a highly upright two-box body, a massive C-pillar, a practical hatchback, and compact proportions. Volkswagen manufactured over 6.3 million units, illustrating the immense success of this second generation.

The 1990 Golf Champion was a special edition based on the Golf II. It arrived during a period when Volkswagen was offering numerous trim editions designed to revitalize the model's appeal as it neared the end of its production run. Unlike the GTI or GTI 16S, the "Champion" badge signified a specific trim level rather than a full-fledged sports model. It combined the Golf II’s practical nature and build quality with a more upscale specification and a refined appearance.

The Golf II retained a front-wheel-drive, transverse-engine layout, available with various four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines depending on the market. In 1990, the 1.8-litre petrol versions offered between 85 and 105 hp—depending on the specific variant—and were paired with a five-speed manual transmission. The car measured approximately 3.99 m in length, 1.67 m in width, and 1.42 m in height, with a wheelbase of 2.47 m. Its simple, robust, and practical design explains why it remains a highly appreciated "youngtimer."

Miniature – Volkswagen Golf II Champion 1990 Grey Metallic 1/18 Norev (188564)

This 1:18 scale Norev model reproduces the 1990 Volkswagen Golf II Champion finished in metallic grey. Model 188564 is crafted from die-cast metal and captures the compact, boxy silhouette of the three-door Golf II: the front end with its twin round headlights, narrow grille, wraparound bumpers, large side windows, and vertical tailgate.

The metallic grey finish highlights the understated nature of the Golf Champion and perfectly suits the subtle elegance of this special edition. At 1:18 scale, the model measures approximately 22 cm in length, allowing for a clear view of the bodywork details, wheels, light clusters, and interior. Its die-cast metal construction places it in the category of collectible models rather than sealed resin replicas.

Product details

• Scale 1/18
• BRAND VOLKSWAGEN
• Type Road