Its a preference thing. I have always owned and loved the look of a 2 door.

Yeah a 5 door can and do look good but then i might as well get a MK3 or MK4 but i want an individual car built on a solid, good looking platform.

A 1985 2 door probably isn't worth $7500 but a mint condition 16v would be.
If i wanted an Audi TT i wouldn't be asking this apparently silly question.

Not all british Mk2's are 'rattling pigs' and i would find a minter to bring over otherwise then it wouldn't be worth it.

All i am asking for is the benefit of experience on whether it can be done or not and what obstacles might be faced.