Tamiya 84316 1/12 VW Golf Mk.1 Grp.2 M-05 Road Kit  [84316]

Scaled Touring Car Tribute: VW Golf Mk.1 Group 2

The Volkswagen Golf Mk.1 is a landmark touring car with a long history in Group 2 competition where modest modifications produced entertaining racing. Tamiya 84316 models this classic in 1/12 scale, offering the distinctive look and handling cues of the original. The M-05 chassis brings a front-wheel-drive configuration with a low centre of gravity for predictable on-road behaviour.

M-05 Platform: Practical and Adaptable

The M-05 chassis is appreciated for its uncomplicated layout and upgrade potential, which helps builders learn tuning fundamentals. Its design results in stable handling, and it accepts common aftermarket parts so you can progressively refine performance.

Kit Contents and Mechanical Overview

This kit includes a 540-brushed motor and TEU-105BK ESC to provide a controlled powerband. The independent double wishbone suspension and friction plastic dampers aim to replicate realistic suspension movement, while the polycarbonate body reproduces the Mk.1 profile accurately.

The Tamiya 84316 Volkswagen Golf Mk.1 Grp.2 is well suited to modellers and racers who value a compact, tunable on-road classic with authentic appearance.