Winning bid
€14,750

1983 Volkswagen Golf GTI Pirelli

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Highlights

  • Original Pirelli edition, confirmed by a certificate from Volkswagen AG
  • Almost 40 years old, first registered in the Netherlands on 18th July 1983
  • Returned to the Netherlands in 2000 after being exported to Germany
  • Equipped with four brand new Pirelli tyres
  • Original Pirelli steering wheel included with the car

The Appeal

The 1983 VW Golf GTI Pirelli is a special edition of the iconic hot hatch, distinguished by its unique Pirelli-themed features. Laden with distinctive P-slot alloys, a Pirelli steering wheel and - of course - a full set of Pirelli tyres, this unique brand edition was a huge success, selling over 10,000 cars.

This marvellous example been under the same ownership since 2008, and now it's ready for a new journey. The car is equipped with four brand new Pirelli tyres, and is prepared to pass the Dutch vehicle safety inspection. Fitted with a sports suspension and sports exhaust, this car is an excellent prospect for any enthusiast.
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History and Paperwork

  • Built in 1983
  • First registered in the Netherlands on 18th July 1983
  • One of only 10,500 Pirelli editions sold
  • Exported to Germany at an early stage, returned to the Netherlands in 2000
  • Under the same ownership since 2008
  • The odometer reads 81,700 km, but this is not believed to be accurate
  • The timing belt was replaced 150 km ago
  • Complete with Volkswagen AG certificate

The Condition

  • The car is complete and tidy, with a few modifications
  • Fitted with a sports suspension and sports exhaust
  • Features a sunroof
  • The originally colour-matched bumpers and fender flares have been replaced with black ones
  • The car has been resprayed at some point in its original colour
  • Original Pirelli P-slot alloys with a full set of Pirelli tyres
  • Underside is solid and free of any substantial corrosion
  • Cabin is clean and nicely kept with graded stripe fabric
  • Dashboard is highly original with all instruments nice and legible
  • Original radio still in situ
  • Carpets and headlining in good order

The Mechanics

  • 1.8 litre 4 cylinder engine
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • Fitted with a sports suspension and sports exhaust
  • The timing belt was replaced 150 km ago
  • Equipped with four brand new Pirelli tyres
  • Prepared to pass the Dutch vehicle safety inspection
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€14,750
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Auction Details

  • Year1983
  • MakeVolkswagen
  • ModelGolf
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer81,729 Miles
  • Engine size1798cc
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • CountryNetherlands
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

16 Bids

bruno-p••••
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€14,750
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€14,500
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€14,250
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€14,000
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€13,750
25/02/24
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€13,500
25/02/24
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€13,000
23/02/24
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€12,500
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€12,000
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€11,000
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