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Highlights

Just 32,035 documented miles from new
Comprehensive service history with 21 stamps to 31,712 miles
Beautifully presented Purple Violet car with Mulberry leather
174bhp 2.8-litre VR6 engine with Highline specification
Recent MOT in May 2024 with no advisories

The Appeal

While its competitors chased each other's tails to deliver fizzy hot hatches, in the mid-90s, VW pushed in a different direction. The goal was a sort of luxury mini GT, and key to delivering it was the firm's clever VR6 2.8L 174bhp powerplant.

The Mk3 VR6 is a car with few equals. That grunty V6 and, in Highline spec as here, a sumptuous interior, provide a mix of performance and luxury that makes these rare cars sought out. This one is finished in the desirable combination of Purple Violet metallic with ultra-rare Mulberry leather cabin. It has covered just 32,000 documented miles from new so is in quite remarkable condition.

The car is a testament to its handful of keepers. They have not only looked after the interior and exterior, but kept the servicing up to date despite the paltry mileage. There is a run of 21 stamps to 31,712 miles, all but two of them by VW main dealers. The others are by marque specialists.

The last MOT expired in May but with no advisories on the last test, renewing it should be straightforward.

History and Paperwork

First registered 9th February 1996
Six registered keepers from new
Comprehensive service history with 21 stamps, predominantly from VW main dealers
Extensive paperwork including old MOTs and invoices
Original black leather document holder
Serviced in July 2021 at 31,712 miles by VW specialist The Phirm
This visit included oil service, replacement water pump and brake hoses
Last MOT ran to 13th May 2025 with no advisories and 31,941 miles showing on test

Service history:

Jul 2021 - 31,712 miles - The Phirm (VW specialist)
Apr 2017 - 30,750 miles - Stokers Garage (VW specialist)
Dec 2015 - 29,905 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Aug 2014 - 28,415 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Aug 2013 - 27,459 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Aug 2012 - 26,420 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Aug 2011 - 25,433 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Aug 2010 - 24,296 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
Oct 2009 - 23,429 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Oct 2008 - 22,093 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Oct 2007 - 21,030 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Oct 2006 - 19,892 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Sep 2005 - 18,578 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Nov 2004 - 17,505 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Dec 2003 - 16,622 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Oct 2002 - 13,718 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Dec 2001 - 12,204 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Nov 2000 - 10,495 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Oct 1999 - 8,306 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Jul 1998 - 5,706 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Jun 1997 - 3,692 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
Feb 1996 - Delivery Inspection - Hartwell Cardiff VW

The Condition

Purple Violet paintwork presents with a deep lustre and is believed to be original
A few minor stone chips are present as shown
Small scratch to the underside of a door mirror
Slight imperfection on the rear bumper
Original Mulberry leather interior appears in good condition
Slight patina visible to the driver's seat
Heated front sports seats function as they should
Factory-fitted electric windows, air conditioning, on-board computer and electric sunroof all reported to be in working order
Original 15-inch BBS six-spoke 'Solitude' alloy wheels unique to the Highline trim
Continental tyres fitted all round
Steel spare wheel with tools as shown
Face off stereo fitted

The Mechanics

2,792cc VR6 174bhp narrow angle V6 engine
Four-speed automatic transmission
Full service history to 31,712 miles
Last serviced in July 2021 with few miles since
Water pump replaced during the most recent service
Front and centre brake hoses replaced during the most recent service
No advisories on last MOT test in May 2024

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