Highlights

Anniversary Edition of the iconic Volkswagen Golf GTI
Stored in a lock-up for several years, preserving its condition
Recent ownership history known and documented
Black exterior with distinctive grey and red stripe interior
It has been in use for the last 4 years and kept mostly on the road prior to that it was stored in a lock up

The Appeal

The Volkswagen Golf GTI Anniversary Edition is a special version of the iconic hot hatch, offering a unique blend of performance and practicality while celebrating the car's enduring legacy. It's little wonder that the 25th birthday of the Golf was treated with quite a level of occasion - with only 1,800 of this special edition were sold in the UK.

Boasting the 1.8L Turbo-charged engine, a 6-speed manual transmission, the Votex body kit, BBS alloys, vented discs with red calipers and - of course - a top-notch GTI-detailed Recaro interior, these beautifully spec'd cars were a smash hit.

This 2002 model, with its black exterior and distinctive grey and red stripe interior, is a fine example of the breed. This eminently usable car remains an enjoyable and engaging drive, true to the Golf GTI ethos. After a little work, we've no doubt it'll be a simply superb modern classic.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 2002
Anniversary Edition model, limited to 1,800 UK cars
Current owner acquired the car for selling purposes as the previous owner moved abroad
Stored in a lock-up for several years
Service history present in the manual, with some periods of unknown service history
Valid MOT until August 2024
Currently indicates 105,800 miles
It has been in use for the last 4 years and kept mostly on the road prior to that it was stored in a lock up

The Condition

Votex body kit
Shows age-commensurate wear on bodywork, interior, mechanicals, and paintwork
Small scratches and bumps present
Paint loss on the right wing mirror and the right side of the bumper
The 'T' on the rear GTI badge is missing
18′ BBS RC336 Alloys, Uprated 312mm Vented disks with red calipers
Light wear to the underside, commensurate with age
Recaro Sports interior appears in smart condition for its age
No sign of any rips or tears to the Recaro seats
Some sagging and loose covering to the door cards
Plenty of GTI branding
Carpets and headlining look in fine order

The Mechanics

180BHP Turbocharged 1.8 20V I4 engine
6 Speed manual gearbox
Uprated stainless exhaust
However, the vendor notes that the car has been running well for the last couple of years
Car reportedly handles well and performs as expected for a Golf GTI of its age
It's noted that a service may not go amiss

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