1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet
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Highlights
- Documented bare body rebuild
- Engine fully machined and rebuilt by Dudley Engine Centre
- Upgraded brakes and suspension
- Original carpet fitted with a driver's heel pad
- Trim in blue leather
The Appeal
Unusually, the Golf GTI Cabriolets skipped a generation when the base car moved into the MK2. As a result, even as the Golf was beginning to rounded out into the form we know today, the traditional MK1 staying was still very much available - complete with a soft-top.
This example is exactly that - carrying perky GTI performance with that angular 80s spirit that makes the original Golf so utterly iconic. The car has undergone a full bare-body rebuild, leaving a vehicle in utterly fine fettle, machined and upgraded while maintaining its inimitable character. The car's cabin is similarly retrimmed and refurbished to a high standard.
The resulting car is a thoughtfully upgraded and very comfortable retro classic that hasn't lost a jot of authenticity.
History and Paperwork
- Built in 1989
- The DVLA records 13 previous keepers
- In current ownership since 2012
- Initially bought as a project to rebuild
- The vehicle is serviced in-house with MOTs supplied
- The car was SORN for much of early 2024
- Valid MOT until April 2025
- Complete with photographic record of the rebuild
The Condition
- Bodywork in excellent order
- The car was repainted from bare shell to top-coat with the Novol paint system
- Trims in good order throughout
- Original alloys
- Soft top carries some marks but is otherwise in good order
- Underside of the car is coated and in beautiful condition
- Original carpet is fitted with a driver's heel pad
- The trim is now in blue leather
- This is beautifully presented with no rips, tears or sag
- All instruments are clear and legible
- Modern JVC music system has been fitted
- A heel pad has been installed in the driver's footwell
- Carpets in good order
The Mechanics
- 1,781cc four-cylinder petrol engine
- Manual transmission with 5 gears
- Engine has been fully machined and rebuilt by Dudley Engine Centre
- The car has upgraded brakes and suspension
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- We understand the car is ready and waiting to be driven away
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
✓ A non-refundable deposit will be payable if you are the winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for details.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check, to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1990
- Make Volkswagen
- Model Golf
- Colour Grey
- Odometer 140,871 Miles
- Engine size 1781
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Winsbury
- Location West Midlands
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- si•••• £7,600 29/04/24
- ha•••• £7,500 29/04/24
- ha•••• £7,400 29/04/24
- si•••• £7,300 29/04/24
- ha•••• £7,200 29/04/24
- si•••• £7,100 29/04/24
- ha•••• £7,000 29/04/24
- si•••• £6,999 29/04/24
- si•••• £6,900 29/04/24
- ha•••• £6,800 29/04/24
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