*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to an insurance loss in 2007 ***
Highlights
- Factory standard 3dr 16V ‘big bumper’
- Desirable Oak Green paintwork
- Well kept car with scope to improve
- Long MOT to August 2025
- Part of a classic car collection
The Appeal
In its long history there have been Golf GTIs and then there have been Golf GTIs. Which is to say that some are rated higher than others. Like this, the 16V 130bhp Mk2.
Multiplying the engine valves added more power and transformed the Mk2 into a pointable, powerful hot hatch to match the Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9. Aficionados rate certain specifications and three doors, big bumpers and Oak Green paintwork are right up there.
This factory standard 1990 car ticks every one of those boxes. Which may explain why the current keeper added it to his private collection some years ago. It has been sparingly used since and comes to market in good, usable order.
There is scope to improve the cosmetics, if you wish, but the long MOT means it is ready to jump in and enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 9th February 1990
- Current keeper since July 2015
- Dry stored and sparingly used as part of a private collection
- Has only been driven around 3,000 miles in the current keeper’s tenure
- Good history file as shown in photographs
- Factory handbook set and wallet
- Current MOT to 15th August 2025 with advisories to note and 127,696 miles on test
- Recent work to floors advised by seller
The Condition
- Desirable Oak Green metallic paintwork in original condition
- Some signs of age and use to paintwork as shown in photographs
- These include marks to roof, wing tops and other areas of light ageing
- Vendor advises that car could be improved with a respray
- Bodywork presents well with good panelwork as shown in photographs
- Photographs indicate some light bubbles on bonnet
- Recent work to floors to improve structure
- Exterior fittings appears to be complete and factory correct without modification
- Factory BBS lattice alloy wheels in very good condition
- Quality Avon tyres fitted showing good condition and plenty of tread
- Factory space saver spare wheel
- Well specified car including sliding steel sunroof
- Underside presents in fair condition with points to note in photos and on MOT
- Speedometer is not working but vendor tells us car has not been driven since
- Standard and unmodified interior with grey ‘rainbow’ fabric seats
- Cabin is well kept with little wear to seats, particularly to driver’s bolster
- Interior fittings and switchgear well presented and little worn
- Headlining is sagging in places and would benefit from replacement
The Mechanics
- 1,781cc 16V 4cyl Volkswagen engine
- Fuel injected and delivering 130bhp in factory specification
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Unused recently so may benefit from check over and tune up
- Good history file as shown in photographs
- Advisories to note on current MOT
- Aside from tune up, no reported running or driving issues
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand.. If requested, we may refer you to a third-party shipping company who can help. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected]
