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VW Golf GTi

Mileage: 89,153 Top Speed: 114 Year: 1982 0 - 60: 8.2 MOT Expiry: July 14 BHP: 110 Tax Expiry: Expired Transmission: 5 speed manual Exterior Colour: Black Engine Capacity: 1588cc Interior Colour: Black Engine Configuration: Inline 4

VW Golf GTi | £11,995

Mileage: 89,153

Model History

The launch of the Golf GTI in 1975 is what most regard as the birth of the hot hatchback (even though the Renault 5 Gordini hit the roads a few months earlier - the respective fans can fight that one out) Weighing in at only 820kgs and coupled to a 110bhp fuel injected engine and a lively hatchback chassis the Golf was not only quick and sporty but practical too. This made it an instant hit with the young middle class and the combination created a brand new sector in the market, resulting in other marques trying to muscle in on the success of the hatch back ‘Car' magazine at the time called the ‘Wolfsburg's Go-Go' golf.

 

Volkswagen were not confident that its seventies ‘people' car the golf would be accepted in sports guise so decided discretion was the best course of action so opted for smooth, clean fuel injection rather than a great big dirty turbo and lag. Engineers started with the 1588cc Audi 80GT engine with revised combustion chambers, bigger valves and a larger intake and exhaust manifold all tuned and run by Bosch K-jetronic fuel injection. 3 small discrete letters were added to the front and rear and the GTI went into production. To Volkswagen's surprise they sold by the transporter load!

 

It wasn't until 1979 that the UK received a right hand drive version and by 1984 the hot hatch was a well established genre with the market bustling with competitors in the form of the XR3i, MG metros and Maestros, the Gordini sprouted a turbo, Vauxhall Astra GTE and the Lancia Delta turbo. The Golf Mk1 gained a 1781cc engine up from the original 1588cc to keep pace with the late arrivals but it had already established a reputation as the original and dominant player in the market - one that has developed today into legendary status.

Equipment

Sliding sunroof, Blaupunkt cassette/radio, Cassette trays, Internally adjustable door mirrors, Golf ball gear knob, Lockable petrol cap, Electric aerial.

Exterior

The black paintwork on this GTi is in pristine order, boasting a deep glassy shine all-round. Having undergone a full restoration there are no stone chips or blemishes to the paintwork and all the panels line-up perfectly. The contrasting red grill surround is also free from any of the usual damage, helping to give the GTi a very crisp over-all appearance. All of the black trim and bumpers are in perfect condition having been recently replaced as well as the correct 'go-faster' stripes, which all line-up as they should and finish the car off perfectly.

Interior

The classic striped cloth seats are in excellent order with no wear to the bolsters or seat bases, the rear seats remain in particularly fine order with no sagging or damage. The dashboard, centre console and door cards retain an lovely deep texture with no cracks or fading from sun damage. A period Blaupunkt 'Melbourne' stereo is present along with some cassette trays housed in the centre console. The black carpet is clean and free from any wear in the footwells, complimenting the cars stunning condition throughout. The boot area houses the immaculate spare alloy wheel and black carpeted parcel shelf. 

Engine & Transmission

The 1.6 litre engine is in excellent order having been recently re-commissioned. The engine bay looks fantasticly clean with many replacement parts and ancillaries fitted. The GTi fires into life at the turn of the key, idling up to temperature correctly with a familiar Golf rumble. All engine fluids have been drained and replaced including the gearbox oil. With the golf ball in hand, the 5 speed gearbox feels smooth and precise pulling through the gears with ease.

 

 

 

Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

The GTi sits on a set of original 13" alloy wheels which have all been recently refurbished including the spare wheel. As such they are in immaculate condition with no scuff or damage to report. They are shod in top quality new Goodyear Eagle tyres with plenty of tread remaining. The brake system is in excellent order having benifitted from new pads and discs, hoses and a brake fluid change.

History File

The GTi was first registered in August 1982 and has since acquired 5 former keepers in its 30 year life. There are service invoices dating back to 1983 still present, as well as the original V.A.G document holder including the service booklet and manuals. The service book shows a total of 15 stamps, the last being at 84k miles in 1997. In 2000 the current owner purchased the car as an enthusiast, and planned to bring the car back to its former glory. Over the years he had the car stripped down, re-sprayed and partly re-assembled with various new replacement parts. Due to a change of circumstances, the owner decided it would be best to hand the car over to ourselves to complete. After many hours labour, the Golf is now in stunning order and ready for the next lucky owner to enjoy.