Highlights
- Very straight example
- Full leather interior
- Extensive service history
- Quite new, high-quality electric mohair hood
- Remote central locking
The Appeal
Almost immediately from its launch in 1974, Volkswagen’s Golf stood out as a star of the hatchback segment of the market, and virtually inventing the ‘hot hatch’ phenomenon with the introduction of the now legendary GTi. The model’s build quality, chisselled minimalist chic, and agile performance has been in high demand ever since, with the early versions now well established as young timer classics.
Alongside the aforementioned GTi, the cabriolet versions are among the most sought after, and, when you combine the two – as in this bright paprika red example – you have a whole other level of appeal.
The History and Paperwork
- Extensive history file shows the car to have been thoroughly maintained throughout its life
- Recent comprehensive service including all fluids and filters changed
- Timing belt changed in 2019 and relatively few miles driven since
- New high-quality mohair hood fitted in 2020
The Interior
- Full black leather with white piping interior shows gentle patina
- Door cards and furniture very tidy
- No cracks or warping to plastic trim, which is clean and has good colour
- Both inside and outside of hood in excellent condition
- Carpets are neat and clean
The Exterior
- Bright paprika red (solid colour) paintwork in very good condition with only some some minor microblisters
- Narrow panel gaps and even shut lines
- Deep (plastic) front and rear bumpers are very tidy with excellent fit and matching colour
- Door and window seals are supple and fit snugly
- Beltline trim is neat and tidy
- Electric hood operates very smoothly
The Mechanics
- Reliable and well-maintained 1.8-litre eight valve engine
- No signs of leaks
- Hoses and H/T leads look relatively new and healthy
- Very solid and dry boot compartment
- Appears solid underneath
- Good-looking set of Scala ‘Snowflake’ wheels
Summary
This is a tidy and attractive example of a car that’s virtually become a legend in the industry. It is very usable – especially now that Summer is on the way – and that new hood will give you peace of mind if rain clouds loom on the horizon. It’s great to see the level of car this car has enjoyed throughout its life and it’s nice to have the extra poke of the (eight-valve) GTi engine. This bright paprika red Golf makes an ideal starter classic; it is easy to garage and cheap to insure.
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