Highlights
- Desirable Oak Green over 'Audioscape' full leather-trimmed interior
- 3 door sunroof and BBS
- Recommissioned in 2022–2023 following approximately 15 years in storage
- Full glass-out respray carried out in 2023
- Three former registered keepers
- Accompanying history file including service book, old MOT certificates, and invoices, we are told
The Appeal
The 16-valve Mk2 Golf GTI is widely regarded as one of the standout hot hatches of its generation, its rev-happy 1.8-litre engine and sharp chassis offering a driving experience that remains engaging today. Oak Green is among the more coveted colours for the Mk2 GTI, and when paired with the 'Audioscape' full leather interior, it represents a sought-after factory specification.
This original UK-market example has had five former registered keepers and reportedly comes with a documented history from new, including VW dealer service stamps in its early years. After spending approximately 15 years in storage, it was treated to a thorough recommissioning by Peaslake Garage in Surrey, the details of which are outlined below. A full glass-out respray in 2023 refreshed the Oak Green bodywork. Holding a current MOT valid until February 2027 and accompanied by its original books, spare keys, toolkit, and space-saver spare wheel, this is a well-documented example of an increasingly collectible modern classic.
Key Information
- Mileage: 93,762 miles indicated
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until February 2027, with one advisory noting a minor exhaust gas leak
- Technical specs: 1.8-litre 16-valve inline-four, five-speed manual, front-wheel drive
- Paperwork: service book, all original books in their holder, old MOT certificates, recommissioning invoices, and parts invoices
Reported service history:
03/24 - 90,000 miles (Approx) - WJ Engineering Mercedes-Benz Specialist
06/23 - 90,000 miles (Approx) - Peaslake Garage
12/22 - 90,000 miles (Approx) - Peaslake Garage
12/02 - 83,110 miles - Marks Motor Mechanics
10/98 - 68,309 miles - Marks Motor Mechanics
08/95 - 41,060 miles - Marks Motor Mechanics
04/94 - 24,261 miles - VW
10/93 - 17,721 miles - VW
04/92 - 12,126 miles - VW
04/91 - 6,373 miles - VW
06/90 - PDI - VW
The Detail
- Extensive recommissioning carried out by Peaslake Garage in 2022–2023, including timing belt, water pump, clutch, full cooling system overhaul, new battery, spark plugs and leads, air filter, intake manifold gasket, valve cover set, and gear linkage bush set
- Brake pressure regulator replaced and brakes bled
- Gearbox oil changed with Ceratec treatment
- Clutch cable replaced
- Ignition distributor and instrument binnacle LCD screen fitted
- New sunroof seal and headlining installed
- Full glass-out respray carried out in 2023
- BBS RA alloy wheels refurbished
- New Eibach springs and König adjustable shock absorbers fitted
- Milltek 4-1 branch sports manifold fitted
- Uprated sound system fitted, including Alpine amplifier/subwoofer
- NOS Momo steering wheel fitted; original steering wheel supplied with the car
- The seller notes normal age-related interior patina
- MOT advisory noting a minor exhaust gas leak
- Supplied with original space-saver spare wheel, toolkit with jack, first aid kit, and spare keys
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