Highlights

Grunty 204bhp V6 with AWD and 6spd manual
Documented low 58,000 miles
Only three registered keepers
Factory standard car in very good condition
Regularly maintained throughout its life
Long MOT to November 2025 with no advisories

The Appeal

The fourth generation of Volkswagen’s irrepressible Golf gave buyers a whole new range of choices; alongside the familiar GTI, there was this car, whose grunty V6 and surefooted 4Motion AWD system made it much more of a long-distance mini-GT.

The V6 4Motion was expensive when new, which makes it a rare car now, and a sought-after one thanks to that engine and drivetrain. This car is a very early one, sold new in 2000 to the Channel Islands where it led a sedate life, amassing just 58,000 miles in the hands of two keepers.

It was registered in the UK in December 2024 and so is ready for ‘mainland’ enthusiasts to enjoy. And we suspect they will, because this is a very presented car with some choice factory options, including full black leather interior. There is also a manual 6spd box to fully engage with that sonorous V6.

The car has been well maintained throughout its life and is reported to come to market requiring nothing. A long MOT to November 2025 with no advisories underlines this point. The Mk4 Golf is a car you can easily live with day to day - this one’s V6 motor and four wheel drive will make any drive a lot more interesting.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 7th November 2000
Sold new to the Channel Islands
Two registered keepers prior to arriving in the UK
First registered in UK 1st December 2024
DVLA notes a total of three registered keepers
Factory handbooks
We are told the service book shows 13 service stamps
MOT to 7th November 2025 with no advisories and 57,661 miles on test

The Condition

Reflex Silver metallic paintwork in very good condition
Paintwork appears largely original with few signs of age or use
Vendor advises that the paintwork has a handful of minor stone chips
Due to the age and originality buyers should be realistic about condition
Bodywork presents well with straight panels and no obvious corrosion
Arches, sills and underside in good order with no structural advisories on last MOT
Factory fitted with ‘Brands Hatch’ 16in alloy wheels with black finish
Alloys appears to be in good order with only light signs of use
Fitted with quality near new Continental tyres all round in good condition
Factory fitted optional boot spoiler
Otherwise factory standard exterior with correct badging
Clear headlight lenses and other light appear free from damage
Optional black leather interior in good condition for age with original features
These include a 4Motion gear knob
Supplied with tool kit, first aid kit and warning triangle
Space saver spare wheel which vendor tells us is unused

The Mechanics

2,792cc V6 204bhp engine
6spd manual gearbox
Tidy and well presented engine bay
13 service stamps according to seller
No reported running or driving issues
No mechanical or running gear advisories on MOT

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