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1998 Volkswagen Golf GTi (8v) - Mk3

Lot Number: 238

1998 Volkswagen Golf GTi (8v) - Mk3

Late production GTi Mk3, one user from new, less than 35,000 miles, and an impressive service history.

ESTIMATE: £6,000 - £8,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA

BODY COLOUR
Mystic Blue
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
R176 DWO
ODOMETER READING
34984 Miles

SUMMARY

Late production GTi Mk3, one user from new, less than 35,000 miles, and an impressive service history.

DESCRIPTION

A fine example of the third generation of VW's ubiquitous Golf GTI dating from the very end of Mk3 production
Finished in Mystic Blue over a very well cared for black interior and sitting on its original wheels
One user from new (2 registered keepers). Our vendor's company car purchased by himself 12 months and 3,300 miles later
Comprehensive service record (25 stamps). Annual/12 month service going back 22 consecutive years - one 2 year and 18 month gap in early years - 1999/2001 and 2002/2003
Last 22 years serviced by same garage (old school/diligent). First three services by Scotts of Stockwell VW
34,984 miles. Averaging 1,000 miles per year over the last few years. Replacement cambelt at 27,041 miles
Supplied with its original logbook/service book with full/complete service history - 25 services, comprehensive set of service/maintenance invoices, full set of MOT certificates, VW Certificate of Conformity and VW Heritage letter, original dealer book pack including service book and owner’s manual, complete set of vehicle tax discs (until system went online), the original purchase invoice 05-02-1999, and both keys
It's a long time since we have seen a car so fastidiously maintained and cared for and we welcome your inspection of this super little GTI at our Bicester Sale

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 238
Make: VOLKSWAGEN
Model: GOLF GTI MK3 3 DOOR
Registration Number: R176 DWO
MOT Expiry: 28/10/2025
Chassis Number: WVWZZZ1HZWW187052
Engine Number: AGG175440
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Mystic Blue

GALLERY

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SPECIALIST

Alex Lucocq
Car Specialist
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SCORE:

95 / 135

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Due to low mileage the exterior presents remarkably well for it's age.

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This vehicles interior feels box fresh owing to it's careful owner and low mileage. Although our seller notes the Headlining would benefit from attention.

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While only averaging less than 1,300 miles per year over it's lifetime efforts over recent years have been taken to ensuring this GTI remains reguarly exercised. In addition effort has been taken to run this vehicle entirely on E5 following the standardisation to E10. GTI also has exemplary MOT emission test results following a replacement catalytic converter in 2023 - zero CO/HC MOT measured emissions in 2023 and 2024

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Remarks

Seller does note an issue with the central locking.

Vehicle History

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Comprehensive set of service/maintenance invoices and full set of MOT certificates (including emission results)' - Truly exceptional

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

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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