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50 Years of the iconic Volkswagen Golf

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April 16, 2024

The most successful German car, the Volkswagen Golf has captured the hearts of auto enthusiasts worldwide for 50 years. What makes the hatch, that transcends the barriers of culture and class, such an automotive icon?

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