1984 Volkswagen Golf GTi mk 2 | Sheffield, South Yorkshire

The Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 is the 1980s hot hatch that paired everyday hatchback sense with a keen, sporting edge. It grew larger and softer-edged than the first Golf, but kept the upright, boxy outline that defines the decade's small performance cars. This 1984 car is in Mars Red with a black interior, a clean pairing that holds its own against studio backdrops and brick streets alike. Its 1798cc engine gives it the lively, mechanical feel the GTi is remembered for, and the car is in excellent condition. The cabin is simple and neatly laid out, with room for five. On a film or television set, its shape places a story in the mid-1980s, and the red paint reads clearly under studio lights. Fashion shoots and editorial work get a compact, square-sided backdrop, with strong contrast between the red body and the black interior. Weddings, milestone birthdays and personal drives suit it too. It is based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.