Photos provided by the vendor
Highlights
- Stylish MK1 Golf with Karmann Cabriolet body
- Upgraded to a 1.8L engine taken from the later GTi
- ‘Dry country’ example, with entire life spent in Spain
- New soft-top and retrimmed interior
The Appeal
There’s few cars with the sheer impact of the Volkswagen Golf, and few Golfs more desirable than the GLi Cabriolet. The joys of top-down motoring, with GTi spec in all-but-name; that’s the stuff dreams are made of. The plucky little cars are still hugely popular across the world, and a much-loved legacy some forty years later.
This example has spent all of its life in the dry climes of Spain, where it’s been nicely kept and free of significant corrosion. With gold paintwork and a retrimmed interior, it’s a top-notch example for any collector.
The History and Paperwork
- First manufactured by West Germany in 1980
- Registered in Pontevedra that year (with all original documents included in sale)
- Partially restored circa 2021/22 with a selection of invoices included in sale
- The vendor believes this is the original paintwork
- Indicates 174,676km
- Current ITV until 2024
The Interior
- Retrimmed black interior, finished with the restoration in 2021/22
- Black leather upholstery throughout, seats in good order with no clear rips or tears
- Original period instruments and dashboard in good condition
- Fitting for a modern music system has been installed
- All instruments reportedly in good working order
- Momo branded steering wheel
- Door cards present well with no scuffs or marks
- Carpets appear to be nicely kept with no faults we can spot
The Exterior
- Impressive gold paintwork with a black soft-top and chrome trims
- Paintwork shows some wear, scuffs and chips - particularly on the bumpers and arches
- Bodywork appears straight and solid with no issues we can spot
- Some standard signs of wear to the sills and lower extremities
- Chromework carries a clear patina, though still contrasts well
- Karmann branding is all present and correct
- Glasswork and lenses present well with no faults we can spot
- Black soft top appears to be in good order with no rips or tears
- Car is sitting on Momo-branded wheels, which are wrapped in Firestone tyres
- Underside of car has some wear, but appears to be largely clean and in fine fettle
The Mechanics
- Powered by the EA827 1781cc I4 petrol engine
- This is an upgraded engine, taken from the 1982 GTI
- Electro-mechanical fuel injection
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay appears to be in good order with no major issues
- The vendor reports that the car is working well with no issues to report
Summary
Stylish, powerful, and with an irresistible character, this Golf is practically purpose-built for summer driving. An unmissable example that requires only a spot of light cosmetic work to bring it up to a top-notch shine.
Notice to bidders
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