Highlights
- Rare Amazonaz Green paintwork
- 1 Owner from new
- Legendary 20V Turbo engine
- Impressive interior in original condition
- Valid MOT until September 2023
The Appeal
The Volkswagen Golf has long been an icon for German engineering and tuning culture alike, with the coveted GTI variant being the most desirable of the early golfs. Initially started on somewhat of a gamble, the sporty version of the golf was developed by a number of Volkswagen employees back in 1974, who sought approval before the GTI project was greenlighted.
The release of the Mk4 Golf signalled a new era in GTI tuning, as it opted for sleeker, more minimal styling. One major distinction between this mark and previous designs was the removal of the red grille strip and the addition of curvier flowing body lines. Although somewhat controversial at the time, the mark 4 Golf is now recognized as a turning point for modern automotive styling.
This particular model is fitted with the rare five-cylinder 20 valve engine, which allowed the mk4 golf to easily keep up with it’s competitors of the time and even boasts figures rivalling modern cars.
The History and Paperwork
- Only one owner from new
- Currently indicates 94,261 miles
- Paperwork file includes:
- Original handbooks and manuals
- Stamped service booklet from 2000 to 2017
- Four previous MOT certificates including the most recent test
- Current MOT is valid until September 2023 with zero advisories
The Interior
- Original black interior
- Recaro seats throughout in excellent order
- Only minor signs of wear to the front seats
- Factory fitted electric sunroof
- No signs of any rips, tears or meaningful damage throughout
- All dials and instruments appear in good order
- No reported faults in the interior options
- Carpets and headlining are in good order
- Door cards are in good condition with no major faults
- Boot is in good condition with a spare wheel, triangle and toolkit
The Exterior
- Rarely seen Amazonaz Green paintwork
- Despite the GTI’s reputation in the tuner culture, the car appears very original
- Paintwork is still in excellent order with only light use on the arches
- All trims are in good order with no major faults
- All glasswork, lenses and mirrors are in good condition
- Car is wearing its original wheels and centre caps
- Full set of Michelin tyres in good condition
The Mechanics
- 1.8 L EA113 20v turbo I4 powerplant
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay is in excellent condition with no major fault we can spot
- The car reportedly performs exactly as intended, pulling well through the gears
- No reports of any mechanical issues throughout
- We’ve no reports of leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke from the engine bay
- Recent rear springs, and suspension components renewed.
Summary
A superb, torquey example of the legendary Golf GTI, this MK4 is in utterly fine fettle, and we can’t see a thing that’d turn us away. This is the sort of car you become firmly attached to, and as the years clock by, is rapidly becoming a guaranteed modern classic.
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