Philipp Rösch, known as MK1_Phil, brings a seriously powerful Volkswagen Mk1 Golf to L8-Night. Packing a 750HP 2.0L 16V turbo engine and all-wheel drive, this classic VW hatchback has the hardware to challenge much newer performance cars. Its aggressive launches and unmistakable turbocharged character make it one of the standout machines from the event.

Captured at the July edition of L8-Night, the Golf delivers a best quarter-mile-style pass of 9.609 seconds at 237 km/h. With power like this packed into an iconic Mk1 chassis, it’s another reminder that old-school Volkswagen builds can still deliver seriously quick results. How far would you push a classic Golf like this? For more content like this one follow us also on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram!