one thing with old vws is that they didnt have the showroom appeal like the equivilent ford (rst) or pug (205). the golfs are very basic. but, in reality they are a better car then both. i think some of the late 16v models had electric windows, so you may be able to get them fitted.

someone near me has a mk2 with the 20v turbo engine in, its running 288bhp. looks/sounds nice.

i think they handle well, very fun feel to them