Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at Supercar Fest 2026 on Saturday the 16th of May, Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN.
Introduced during the late 1970s, the Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1 helped establish the modern hot hatch sector, whilst the later Convertible combined the model’s sporting character with open-top usability
Registered in the UK on 31/ 03/ 1987, this example has been with its current owner for 13 years with just three former registered keepers
Powered by Volkswagen’s fuel-injected 1. 8-litre four-cylinder engine driving through the desirable manual gearbox, delivering the lively performance and engaging handling for which the Mk1 GTi remains well regarded
The car has benefited from an extensive bodywork restoration in 2015 including a bare metal respray, replacement front wings, rear valance repairs and a replacement fabric roof
The body restoration and roof refurbishment were carried out by Woodbridge Classic Cars at a reported cost of approximately £7, 500, with the quality of the workmanship still evident more than a decade later, although invoices for these works have unfortunately been misplaced
Mechanical works during current ownership total almost £8, 000 and include gearbox work, steering rack replacement, suspension servicing, brake pipes, engine mounts, exhaust system, starter motor, clutch cable and routine servicing, with invoices supporting these works
Supplied with an MOT valid until 21/ 09/ 2026 issued with no advisories, this Mk1 GTi Convertible offers modern classic motoring with reassuring long-term ownership
