VW Golf: Five Generations of Fun

The combination of model history, coupled with hot hatch performance, all comprehensively illustrated through major photo shoots and detailed pictures, make this the complete guide to the five Golf generations. With all models, including Golf spin-offs, assessed, enthusiast-driving opinions shared and marketing policy discussed, this book is a unique hot Golfology!

Richard Copping has been a follower of the Volkswagen marque since acquiring his first car, a Beetle, in 1977. Although still an ardent fan of VW’s air-cooled heritage, in recent years he has succumbed like so many to the charms of Europe’s best selling hatch, adding the Golf to the portfolio of vehicles he writes about. His student days spent learning the craft of the historian have ensured a lively, authoritative style to his work and genuine empathy with the spirit of the age he is writing about.

Photographer Ken Cservenka bought his first Beetle in 1969 and has been involved with VW's ever since. His technical knowledge and ability is widely recognized, while his pictures of Beetles and other VW models stand out from the crowd.