NO RESERVE - 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT N insurance loss in 01/2022***
Highlights
• Exceptionally low miles
• Superb condition throughout
• Rare heated leather seats
• Unmodified and original
The Appeal
The Volkswagen GTI range, renowned the world over for a combination performance and quality defiantly met one of its most refined and comfortable states with the release of the Mk4 variant with a completely new chassis and interior from the Mk3.
This particular example is powered by an improved variant of the 2.0 litre engine used in the Mk3 GTI, renowned for its reliability and relative frugality on a run. This combined with one of the most luxurious interiors on offer at the time in the range and exterior styling that has stood the test of time makes for an incredibly practical, comfortable and sporty car that at such a low original mileage will be a sure fire investment or reliable daily drive.
The History and Paperwork
• Just serviced & inspected
• First owner of 17 years
• Original books
More often than not, GTI cars go through many owners, this one not so much, having just two registered keepers, the seller has not wanted to increase the number of registered keepers and preserve its history and so the log book will have to be easily applied for at the buyers local post office.
Complete with a new MOT certificate, fresh service & inspection and the original service book folder, everything is in place ready to be enjoyed by the new owner.
The Interior
• Rare heated leather seats
• Premium sound system
• Beautifully kept
• Climate control
First thing that strikes you about this GTI as opposed to others is those seats! Huge supportive bolsters make this exceptionally comfortable and give you that true GTI feeling and not just that but these are made even better by being heated for those frosty British mornings. The rear seats are in remarkable condition with little evidence of use, the fronts having been kept very well with very light cracking on the bolsters, far less that what is normally seen on cars like this, showing great care and attention from its owners.
Ice cold air conditioning keeps things fresh and dry in the summer and a premium sound system was optioned from factory which not doubt sounds fantastic compared to the already fabulous standard system these cars normally come with.
This example also comes with the option of a black dashboard which is in great shape, the usual matte coatings on the ash tray and interior door handles are starting to peel as is common on this era of Volkswagen along with some light wear to the gear stick gaiter, nothing unusual for the age of the car and far less than what we would usually expect to see.
The headlining is unmarked and properly fitted, no sagging or rips anywhere along with the absolutely immaculate boot lining and floor carpets throughout, a complete joy!
Overall an exceptionally well kept interior, not without some very minor age related blemishes but possibly one of the nicest we’ve seen for a while.
The Exterior
Finished is a very glossy Pulsar metallic silver, this car does not look its age, from front to back is almost blemish free with one small touch in on the roof probably being the worst. The car sustained a minor, low impact collision to the passenger front wing, resulting in a replacement being fitted and painted, this has been done exceptionally well and as a result can not be distinguished from the original paint. The usual suspect areas of corrosion on the Mk4 golfs are not an issue on this one, all the arches being blemish free from what we could tell along with the sills sill vibrant silver.
The classic GTI spec, 5 spoke wheels are nearly perfect and likely still wearing the original paint with very few marks and the centre caps perfectly shiny and in one piece. The headlights are perfectly clear, black plastic trims look almost totally unfaded and all the glass appears to be original, all making for a very striking example of a legendary car.
The Mechanics
• Exceptionally low mileage
• Fresh service
• Good MOT history
Beautifully maintained and cared for, this golf has not seen years of abuse like so many like it have and still retains all the original mechanical features it came from the factory with. We are assured it drives as tight as a drum whilst still smooth and quiet on those ample tyres. The under-bonnet is superbly clean, just the usual light misting of road dust collected in the corners.
All the plastic covers, more often than not missing are all there, all of them well fitted and secure, no suspicious leaks or damage to be seen and as new looking coolant tank and screen wash bottle. Even the underside of the bonnet is very shiny! Underneath the car is a similar story, a solid looking underside and chassis rails with no jacking creases, relatively unused looking brakes and a solid exhaust. Usual surface corrosion on the lighter painted areas on the suspension, nothing out of the ordinary and all solid looking.
All the plastic covers, more often than not missing are all there, all of them well fitted and secure, no suspicious leaks or damage to be seen and as new looking coolant tank and screen wash bottle. Even the underside of the bonnet is very shiny! Underneath the car is a similar story, a solid looking underside and chassis rails with no jacking creases, relatively unused looking brakes and a solid exhaust. Usual surface corrosion on the lighter painted areas on the suspension, nothing out of the ordinary and all solid looking.
Summary
Knocking on the door of ‘modern classic’ territory, Golf GTI’s don’t come much cleaner and more original than this one. Straight as an arrow, super high gloss on the outside and a luxury interior that you won’t often see fitted to similar cars, what’s not to like? With all the comforts to be used all year round and a punchy 2.0 litre engine this car will tick the boxes of most peoples wants and needs.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2003
- Make Volkswagen
- Model Golf GTI
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 54,051 Miles
- Engine size 1984
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Basingstoke
- Location Hampshire
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Hj•••• £3,900 14/09/22
- Re•••• £3,800 14/09/22
- Hj•••• £3,700 14/09/22
- Re•••• £3,600 14/09/22
- Hj•••• £3,500 14/09/22
- Re•••• £3,400 14/09/22
- Hj•••• £3,300 14/09/22
- Re•••• £3,299 14/09/22
- Re•••• £3,200 14/09/22
- Hj•••• £3,100 14/09/22
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