Highlights

In present ownership for the last twenty years
Nicely presented and very original example
Really smart interior with few signs of use

The Appeal

To many, the Volkswagen Golf GTI is the definitive hot hatchback and early examples like this MkII are now highly sought after by collectors. This example has been owned by the vendor for twenty years now but as they no longer get the opportunity to use it as much as they would like, it is now seeking a new home.

Well presented in its handsome Helios Blue paint and with a particularly smart interior, this Golf is ready to start a new chapter of its life with its next owner. If you’re looking for a fun little hot hatch, then we heartily recommend this GTI.

The History and Paperwork

Owned by the vendor for the past 20 years, bought for them by their father
We’re informed that the vendor had the car recommissioned in 2012 at a cost of £1,576
There isn’t a stamped service book, but the vendor informs us they have invoices for all services and MOT tests during their ownership
Has only been driven 2,638 miles in the past eleven years (which is when it was put back on the road)
Currently stored in a dry garage where it as been under cover for nearly a year
V5C present
Collection of invoices for parts
MOT valid until March 2023

The Interior

Plaid interior has very little wear
Looks to be very original
The seats are in fabulous condition and evoke the style of the late ‘80s
The carpet looks to be in fine condition
We’re informed the headlining is starting to become unstuck in a few places
The dashboard is in great shape with all the dials and switches working including the trip computer
Inside the boot, all appears in good order and there are a collection of overmats

The Exterior

Helios Blue paintwork
The bodywork is very straight overall, with a small dent on the nearside rear wing
We’re informed that the shell is very solid
There is a little surface rust where the paint has come away in some localised areas
Looks to be smart underneath
Slight bubbling on the scuttle panel
It appears the boot badge is missing although all the other badges are in good condition
We could see a stone chip in the windscreen
Dealer stickers in the rear window
Discrete rear spoiler and two-door body style make this a rather fetching example
The OZ alloy wheels really suit it and are in good shape with just a few small marks

The Mechanics

1.8-litre four-cylinder, eight-valve engine powering the front wheels
Five-speed gearbox
What these GTIs are all about is the driving and this lightweight little hot hatch does not disappoint on a twisty B-road
Starts really well and settles down to a steady idle once warm
Reportedly drives really well, with no faults to report

Summary

This is a really great example of the MkII Golf GTI and we’re sure many motoring adventures await it in the future.

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