1980s VOLKSWAGENS

VW POLO Mk2 (1981-1990)

ot quite a Golf, the Polo often took up the role of supermarket runabout and general workhorse, especially in the case of the rather popular long-hatchback (more commonly known as breadvan). It sold very well in the UK, becoming a strong rival for the likes of the Ford Fiesta, and it proved robust and wearing enough for most to last into the 2000s. By then of course, it was a very cheap car. Being a Volkswagen, it did manage a £100 premium over its contemporary rivals on the used market, but this was