Encountering Frits Mevissen’s Golf Mk1 is like running into an old friend who’s had a visit to the plastic surgeon. This car has been around for quite a few years, a common theme in the VAG scene, especially among owners of older models. They tend to keep their cars for years, continually making new modifications. During Royal Fitment I got to see the car again and it didn’t dissapoint.
I first saw this Mk1 at a VW Fanatics event in 2011, when I was still working full-time for Speedhunters and made a report on the event. But the car’s history with Speedhunters goes back even further, with a feature done in 2009.
Back then, the car sported chrome accents everywhere, from the trim to the fully chromed engine. The current version, however, has undergone a complete makeover, with all the chrome now gone. Just like fashion trends, the owner’s tastes have evolved over the years.
The foundation remains the same—a 1983 Golf Mk1 GTI—but everything else has been revamped. The current theme is orange and black, a striking combination. The car now features a set of 7×17” BBS Le Mans wheels instead of the polished Porsche D90 wheels. For stopping power, Frits installed Porsche brakes. Like Andrew’s red Mk2, Frits opted for H&R Ultralow suspension for a low yet comfortable ride.
The engine is a 16v 1800cc unit, boosted by a turbo. The engine bay is meticulously clean and sleek, especially noticeable in the wheel arches and the area around the windshield wipers.
I wouldn’t be surprised if this car is still in Frits’ possession in 10 years, perhaps with another set of modifications reflecting his evolving taste.
