Winning bid
£4,800

1983 Volkswagen MK1 Golf GL Diesel

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Highlights

  • Repaired and repainted bodywork
  • Economical, low maintenance and reliable 1.6-litre diesel variant
  • Recently passed its 40th birthday: MOT and road tax exempt
  • Desirable three-door Mk1 bodyshell with no sunroof

The Appeal

If you’re looking for an economical, low-maintenance classic, this Mk1 Golf is a great contender. Whether it’s to be your first classic or you simply want some respite from the costly cam belt changes on your Ferrari, it’s a great little car. 
A three-door Mk1 shell with no sunroof has long been sought after among the Golf community and this one presents very well having undergone some bodywork repair and a respray during previous ownership.
Imported from Slovenia, now UK road registered as a historic vehicle and therefore exempt from road tax and MOT, this Golf GL is ready to be enjoyed. The vendor demonstrates that it runs and drives well and we’re assured that everything seems to function correctly.

The History and Paperwork

  • Registered as historic
  • Exempt from road tax and MOT
  • LHD example imported from Slovenia
  • We’re informed that the car was in previous ownership for over ten years
  • Bodywork restoration and repaint carried out around four or five years ago

The Condition

  • Smartly presented throughout
  • The body looks to be quite straight  following some welding in recent years
  • The respray looks to have been completed to a good standard
  • The paint is glossy across all panels 
  • The bumpers, badging and trim all presents well
  • Attractive alloy wheels
  • The vendor informs is that there are no signs of corrosion present
  • Inside, the upholstery looks free from notable wear
  • All the seats are very smart, as are the carpets
  • Well-preserved original dashboard and controls
  • Modern DIN stereo

The Mechanics 

  • 1.6-litre NA diesel l4 producing 53 horsepower from the factory
  • Four-speed manual gearbox
  • Al looks original and in good order under the bonnet
  • Reportedly running well and driving as it should
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This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
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Auction Details

  • Year1983
  • MakeVolkswagen
  • ModelGolf
  • ColourWhite
  • Odometer817,074 Kilometres
  • Engine size1600cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownReigate
  • CountyLondon
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

15 Bids from 7 bidders

pip.kaj••••
Bid
£4,800
20/09/24
Nafi••••
Bid
£4,700
20/09/24
pip.kaj••••
Bid
£4,500
20/09/24
Nafi••••
Bid
£4,100
20/09/24
pip.kaj••••
Bid
£3,500
19/09/24
Nafi••••
Bid
£3,100
19/09/24
pip.kaj••••
Bid
£2,500
19/09/24
Nafi••••
Bid
£2,200
19/09/24
pip.kaj••••
Bid
£2,000
19/09/24
Detroit••••
Bid
£1,750
19/09/24

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