Highlights

• 1 of just 470 Golf GTi MKI Convertible Rivage models sold in the UK
• Presenting in a highly original condition with all the key Rivage features present
• A well-appointed model with full leather, electric hood and multi-function trip computer

The Appeal

This Golf GTi Cabriolet Rivage is complete with all the prestigious run-out features that set the model apart from its lesser brethren. The car presents in the rarer Classic Green Pearl metallic paintwork and seems to be in a good overall condition for its age and mileage. This is a tope end Golf GTI convertible which is ready to use and enjoy immediately by its next lucky owner.

The History and Paperwork

• This example is a UK supplied and specification vehicle
• It was first registered in the UK in September 1992
• Being a run-out model for the MKI Cabriolet these were well specified cars
• The first owner kept the car for around four years
• A number of subsequent owners followed with some lengthy ownership periods
• Two owners kept the car for 8 and 10 years respectively
• The current owner acquired the Golf in April 2022
• At that point the car had covered around 120,500 miles
• Since then, under 2,000 further miles have been covered
• In terms of paperwork the current V5 in the name of the owner is present
• The car has a current MOT which is valid until December 2023
• Some earlier MOTs in hard copy are also present
• A couple of maintenance invoices are on hand
• Two original VW keys are also present

The Interior

• The key to this car’s interior is originality
• The light beige, full leather interior was one of the key facets of the Rivage
• The condition of the front seats is good overall
• Just the right amount of use related patina is present
• The only imperfection noted is a small wear hole in the driver’s outer bolster
• Another part of the Rivage specification are the heated front seats
• The rear seats are split into two separate units which fold individually
• The condition is excellent with no visible signs of wear and tear
• The black vinyl dash will be charmingly familiar to those of a certain age
• This is all original, too, and seemingly in an excellent order
• The original white on black VDO gauges are all original and operational
• These are the later square items and incorporate the multi-functional digital trip computer
• These sit behind an original four spoke, black leather GTI steering wheel
• The centre console houses the heater and other controls
• Electric window switches, seat heater and electric hood switches are noted
• The beige carpets look to be in great original order throughout considering their shade
• The door cards and rear side panels are all excellent and unmolested
• The dark hood headlining seems to be in a fine, original condition
• The boot features an original fitted carpet mat
• A spare wheel, jack and tools are housed under the floor  
  
  

The Exterior

• The exterior of the GTi is thought to wear its original paint
• This example is finished in the rarer Classic Green Pearl metallic paintwork
• The condition of the paintwork looks good with all panels exuding a deep shine
• The bodywork appears equally sound with tight and symmetrical panel gaps
• Part of the Rivage specification is the painted body kit
• This comprises body-coloured bumper covers, side skirts and wheel arch extensions
•  The fabric hood is finished in a complimentary green hue 
• It appears to be in great shape and contains a glass and heated rear window
• A beige tonneau cover is included to match the interior leather when stowed
• All the appropriate Rivage badges and rear three quarters decals are present
• The cabin glass and light lenses appear to be original and in excellent order
• The wheels on the Rivage are the Le Castellet forged and polished 15" alloys 
• These are the correct wheels for the Rivage model and are in a good condition
• These are shod with a matching set of Dunlop tyres with ample tread remaining
• These are in the correct factory specification size of 185/60
• The overall impression is strong with the level of originality being the standout feature
  
  

The Mechanics

• This Golf GTi Rivage features a 1.8L naturally aspirated inline 4-cylinder engine
• This is the 8V GTi engine fuelled via Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection
• In this guise it produces around 110bhp and 112Ib-ft of torque
• These are renowned as being robust, spirited and durable engines
• Power is fed to the front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox
• The under-bonnet condition looks mostly original
• The suspension turrets and inner panels all look clean and free from corrosion
• An aftermarket duct is noted between the fuel metering head and intake
• The fuel filter notes a full service at 119,946 miles
• The underside of the car looks generally straight and true
• Some surface corrosion is noted but seems in line with age and mileage
• No known mechanical issues have been reported by the owner
  
  

Summary