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1982 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1 1600

Lot Number: 876

1982 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1 1600

Super little first-generation GTi in vibrant Mars Red offered without Reserve.

ESTIMATE: £12,000 - £16,000

+ 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 Saturday 17th May, 2025 at 12.00pm BST at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN

BODY COLOUR
Mars Red
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
ALY 641Y
ODOMETER READING
128827 Miles

SUMMARY

Super little first-generation GTi in vibrant Mars Red offered without Reserve.

DESCRIPTION

Now in its seventh generation, the Golf GTi remains the hot-hatch by which all rivals are judged. The inaugural version was made available to a delighted German public in June 1976 and whilst it wasn't until July 1979 that right-hand drive models landed on British shores, a special order of 22 left-hand drive cars was imported by Volkswagen the year before in order to give already eager UK enthusiasts a sneaky peek at this new and exciting genre of performance car. The ploy worked perfectly as the car's unique combination of handling, performance, packaging and affordability was an instant hit. Suddenly, there was the perfect solution for the enthusiast who'd forsaken his sports car to transport a young family - the GTi was what you might call a 'cake and eat it' car.

This fabulous Mars Red Mk1 dates from 1982 and is one of the last 1,600cc cars before the arrival of the 1800 later that year. It's in excellent condition following restoration work, after which it has been in long term storage as part of a significant Collection. The previous owner commissioned a full engine rebuild costing nearly £2,500 in 2016 and a host of replacement parts and trims that are too numerous to list here. The classic 'Grey Stripe' interior also received an overhaul in October 2020 resulting in a cabin that is a delight to be in. We strongly encourage you to view the car and its history file to fully appreciate its condition.

Accompanying the car is its original dealer book pack with instruction manual and service directory. The odometer currently indicates 128,827 miles which is largely academic when considering its condition and restorative works.

Mk1 GTis are very collectible, particularly the early 1600 cars and offered without Reserve, this is a fantastic opportunity to own an example of the first generation of what would become a hot-hatch dynasty.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 876
Make: VOLKSWAGEN
Model: GOLF
Variant: GTI Mk 1
Registration Number: ALY 641Y
Chassis Number: 17CW753024
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Mars Red

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Alex Lucocq
Car Specialist
07739 344627
alex@iconicauctioneers.com

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Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 19th May. 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 19th May, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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