1976 Volkswagen Scirocco Type 53

Old Car.
Still Developing.

A first-generation Scirocco built for competition without losing what makes the car interesting in the first place. Simple, light, mechanical and constantly evolving through real events.

1976Type 53 Chassis
2.0LABA 8 Valve
~1,600LB Race Weight
#799Competition Number
Build Specification

What's In
The Car.

Engine

BlockOBD1 ABA 2.0L 8V
Head1.8L 8V
InductionDual 40mm Weber DCOE
Valve TrainDbilas cam & valve springs
PistonsForged
ExhaustStainless race header · muffled

Drivetrain

LayoutFront-wheel drive
TransmissionVW 020 manual
DifferentialQuaife ATB

Chassis

DampersKoni
CoiloversGround Control
Front Control ArmsTech-53 tubular
BrakesGirling 60 front
BiasTilton proportioning valve

Wheels & Tires

TireHoosier A7
Diameter15 inch
WheelsVintage ATS Mesh / Ronal R8
The Build

Never
Finished.

#799 is not a static show build. Brakes, suspension, power, aero, reliability and driver confidence all get evaluated through competition. Changes have to make sense on the clock and in the paddock.

That also makes the car a useful platform for technical partners: parts are not just installed for a photograph — they become part of an ongoing development program.

Hill ClimbTime TrialsTrack SprintDevelopment

See It
Compete.

The build only matters because the car gets used. See the results and follow the race program.

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