$500 Czech Mystery: 1989 Skoda 135 GLi Most Americans Never Heard Of

To All The Cars I've Loved Before: Classic Car Restoration, JDM, and Automotive History

To All The Cars I've Loved Before: Classic Car Restoration, JDM, and Automotive History Jun 2, 2025

$500 Czech Mystery: 1989 Skoda 135 GLi Most Americans Never Heard Of

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And it was, one of my neighbors had this, and his parents had brought it from Europe, and

so like, they had this for a while, and it was like, they were getting rid of it, I bought

it for 500 bucks, and I was so stoked.

About this episode

A fascinating dive into the world of the 1989 Skoda 135 GLi, a little-known gem that the host discovered from a neighbor for just $500. The episode explores the car's unique features, its European origins, and the nostalgia tied to its ownership. Listeners will enjoy anecdotes about the Skoda's quirks and the cultural significance of this model in the automotive landscape, highlighting how it stands out among more familiar vehicles.

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Nigel Tunnacliffe of Coastline Academy Driving School's ⁨ @coastlineacademy first car was a 1989 Skoda 135 GLi that he bought from a neighbor.

Check out the full episode with Nigel here - https://buzzsprout.com/2316026/episodes/17979629-5x-engine-rebuilds-on-an-mr2-coastline-academy-founder-s-teen-safety-mission

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