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A lot has been said about the Volkswagen Cabriolet for 1991. As Volkswagen’s entry in the convertible market the Cabriolet (and in this case specically the Etienne Aigner version) has maintained a good reputation. The 2-door Cabriolet is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Volkswagen as a brand in general.

Volkswagen Cabriolet Engine Specs

The Cabriolet Etienne Aigner is equipped with a Volkswagen 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen 3-speed Transaxle. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cabriolet has power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1991 Cabriolet is a Bosch AFC-Digifant design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 13.80 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The Cabriolet is 153.10 inches long, 64.60 inches wide, and 55.60 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 94.50 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Cabriolet is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $16,540 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1991 Cabriolet gets 32 miles/gallon on the highway and only 25 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Volkswagen Cabriolet Etienne Aigner sold well in 1991. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Volkswagen, specifically a Cabriolet.

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