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- The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025
- 1983 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1
1983 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1
1983 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1
A fine example of VW's first-generation Golf GTi that's been fully restored and tastefully developed with a raft of performance and cosmetic upgrades costing c.£50,000.
- GUIDE PRICE: £16,000 - £18,000
+ 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 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Porsche Cashmere White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
ELY 772Y -
ODOMETER READING
180400 Miles
SUMMARY
A fine example of VW's first-generation Golf GTi that's been fully restored and tastefully developed with a raft of performance and cosmetic upgrades costing c.£50,000.
DESCRIPTION
- Originally UK-supplied and first registered in June 1983, this superbly presented GTi has been with its current owner for over 12 years
- Powered by an upgraded, fully forged, 2-litre, 16-valve ABF engine producing around 200bhp and rebuilt just 3,000 miles ago
- Uniquely finished in classic Porsche Cashmere White (LE9C), it sits on OEM G60 steel wheels wrapped in Yokohamas
- The interior has been completely retrimmed in black leather with red stitching, new black carpets throughout and a matching headlining
- This car's amazing mechanical and cosmetic specification is too long to list here but is all detailed on the Condition Report
- This unique Golf GTi is a stand-out addition to any modern Collection and a head-turning and exciting companion for weekend drives, fair-weather cruising and custom car show visits alike
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- MK1 GOLF GTI
- Registration Number
- ELY 772Y
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 17DW324578
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Porsche Cashmere White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
CONTACTSCORE:
113 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
Professionally treated body shell with chemical immersion cleaning and electrophoretic coating at Surface Processing Limited Fully refreshed with all genuine new panels: floor, front panel, rear panel, rear wheel tubs, scuttle panel, front wings, bonnet, boot lid, rear wheel arches, and fuel filler. Painted in classic Porsche Cashmere White (LE9C), couple of stone chips. Glass is all original. All-new bolts, screws, and genuine exterior crim and seals
Interior
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Remarks
Completely refreshed interior: leather re-crimmed seats, new carpets, door cards, headlining, and custom details throughout inline with the OEM approach. Dash is original
Engine
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Powered by a fully forged 2.0L 16V ABF engine producing 200HP / 164Ft/lbs torque rebuilt just 3100 miles ago. AT Power throttle bodies and Magneti Marelli 377cc fuel injectors Forged JE high-compression pistons Forged CAT Cams Conrods CAT Cams Camshafts CAT Cams Cam Pulley Sachs VR6 Clutch Fully lightened and balanced engine flywheel Standalone OMEX 600 series ECU ICEFab custom radiator coupled to a SPAL high-flow fan 02J 5-Speed Hydraulic Gearbox with Quaife limited-slip differential CAE Ultra Shifter Custom 4-2-1 Stainless Steel Exhaust Manfiold Custom Stainless Steel Exhaust
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Remarks
Wilwood Midilite 280mm front brakes Wilwood Hydraulic Pedal Box Volkwagen MK2 GTI 226mm rear disc AP Coil-over suspension with camber / caster adjustable front top mounts
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Receipts have been lost though documented photography
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 24th March. 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 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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