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- 1989 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 16v 3-Door
1989 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 16v 3-Door
Lot Number: 202
1989 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 16v 3-Door
Two-owner GTi with huge history file that includes the original Bill of Sale and a receipt for a recent engine rebuild.
- Sold for: £8,100
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 10th December, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Helios Blue Metallic -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
G711 YPX -
ODOMETER READING
163394 Miles
SUMMARY
Two-owner GTi with huge history file that includes the original Bill of Sale and a receipt for a recent engine rebuild.
DESCRIPTION
- Supplied on 16/08/1989 to a Sgt Pope at RAF Laarbruch in Helios Blue, as confirmed by the accompanying Bill of Sale
- Patently cared for over the ensuing decades with one subsequent owner covering some 163,394 miles at time of cataloguing
- Diligent maintenance include a recent engine rebuild including head gasket and water pump
- The history file is extensive and includes reams of receipts and historical MOT Certificates
- Presented to auction with its V5C, an MOT Certificate valid until June 2023, and two keys
- The Mk2 Golf GTi is often said to be the best “all round” hatchback of its era with classic looks and great fun to drive
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 202
- Make
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- MK2 GOLF
- Variant
- GTi 16v
- Registration Number
- G711 YPX
- MOT Expiry
- 09/06/2023
- Chassis Number
- 1GKN849441
- Engine Number
- 1GKN849441
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Helios Blue Metallic
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Arwel Richards
- Car Specialist
- 07434 960868
- arwel@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
92 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Exterior Condition of the car is 8/10 with great bodywok for its age and mileage as been well looked after. Bumpers trims and all rubber are all in great condition with no marks
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
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Remarks
Interior is standard GTi Rainbow interior with door cars. All in good condition with carpet. No stains or marks
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Engine has always been well looked after and sounds and drives great. Recent Head Gasket water pump. Had a engine rebuild a while ago with all standard orginal VW parts. Engine sounds and drives just great
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Clutch and Gearbox all great
Running Gear
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Remarks
Brakes and all suspension are in very good condition always been well looked after.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
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Wiring and car elctrics all working as they should
Vehicle History
Remarks
Having covered 160k the car has had a full engine rebuild including a recent head gasket and water pump. Now engine sounds and drives just great!
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 12th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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