1998 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet SE Auto 16,000 miles
1781
Winning bid
£4,000
1998 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet SE Auto 16,000 miles
Highlights
Just two former registered keepers
16,395 miles indicated, backed up by service history
Reported unmodified throughout
Convertible roof hydraulic system overhauled in December 2025
Service history from 2018 with service stamps
Original handbook wallet included
Advisory-free MOT
The Appeal
The Mk3.5 Golf Cabriolet was the swansong of Volkswagen's long-running open-top Golf lineage, blending the updated styling of the Mk3 with the proven, robust cabriolet platform. In SE specification with black leather trim and automatic transmission, it makes for a refined and usable soft-top: ideal for fair-weather motoring.
This 1998 example in silver has covered a modest indicated mileage and is reported to remain entirely original throughout. The vendor states that both the bodywork and interior are in excellent condition, and recent mechanical attention to the folding roof mechanism should ensure trouble-free operation. Accompanied by a current MOT, this Golf Cabriolet looks well placed for summer enjoyment.image.png4.04 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 16,395 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 23rd October 2026 (no advisories)
Paperwork: Log book, service history from 2018 with service stamps (2022 excepted), and original handbook wallet
Service history:
12/25 – 14,206 miles – The Corner Garage
Carry out repairs to convertible hood operation (repair wiring fault, strip out rear of car, fit new hydraulic hoses, packing, hydraulic fluid, replace both main rams, pump assembly, and bleed system)
Replace side repeaters
Carry out MOT test
10/25 – 14,206 miles – MOT Test Centre
Carry out MOT test
06/25 – 13,391 miles – Cobb Garage
Carry out full service
05/25 – Mileage Unlisted – Axe Valley Motors
Investigate horn issue (found sounder fault, repair bracket, and fit new horn component)
03/25 – 12,691 miles – Cobb Garage Ltd
Adjust headlight aim, renew front wiper blades, and check all vehicle lights
10/24 – 11,993 miles – MOT Test Centre
Carry out MOT test
04/24 – 11,289 miles – Cobb Garage Ltd
Carry out interim service changing engine oil, oil filter, and sump plug
11/23 – Mileage Unlisted – Castle Hill Tyres Limited
Supply and fit two replacement Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance tyres (185/60/14)
10/23 – 10,180 miles – MOT Test Centre
Carry out MOT test
04/23 – 8,169 miles – Cobb Garage Ltd
Remove cambelt covers, fit new cambelt kit, adjust and reassemble timing infrastructure
Renew power steering belt
03/23 – 8,053 miles – Cobb Garage Ltd
Carry out full service changing engine oil, oil filter, fuel filter, spark plugs, and sump plug
Advisory noted: Cambelt replacement recommended (noted prior to replacement in April 2023), nearside front tyre shows outer sidewall damage and is low on the shoulder
10/22 – 7,493 miles – MOT Test Centre
Carry out MOT test
10/21 – 7,465 miles – Vickers VW Walton
Carry out minor service and MOT test
10/20 – 7,449 miles – Service Centre Unlisted
Carry out minor service and brake fluid change
10/18 – 7,393 miles – Service Centre Unlisted
Carry out minor service, oil change, and cambelt replacement
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