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- 1988 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 8V 3-Door
1988 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 8V 3-Door
Lot Number: 969
1988 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk2 8V 3-Door
Just two owners, less than 55,000 miles and substantial recent investment to present it in top form.
- Sold for an undisclosed sum.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1FE
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BODY COLOUR
Black -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
F488 JNJ -
ODOMETER READING
54720 Miles
SUMMARY
Just two owners, less than 55,000 miles and substantial recent investment to present it in top form.
DESCRIPTION
- The Mk2 may have suffered for not being the first Golf GTi but in many ways, it’s a better car - faster, more comfortable and more modern
- Powered by a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated inline-four, producing around 110bhp, driving the front wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission
- Dating from 1988, this 8-valve 3-door Mk2 has covered just 54,720 miles, nearly all of it with its original owner
- Purchased by our vendor (the car's second owner) recently with the intention of returning it to top form as a gift for his son when he became old enough to drive
- Consequently, he has invested over £10,000 on a full underbody restoration, all running gear overhauled, engine bay fully detailed, SS exhaust and much more (see Condition Report)
- He chose to leave the paintwork alone as it's original and just needed a polish and wax
- Two sets of wheels, factory originals and the (optional) BBS RAs
- MOT until October 2025 issued with no advisories. Original stamped service book/book pack
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 969
- Make
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- GOLF GTI 8V
- Registration Number
- F488 JNJ
- MOT Expiry
- 18/10/2025
- Chassis Number
- WVWZZZ1GZKW099967
- Engine Number
- PB079596
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
94 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
Since I have had the car, I have undertaken underbody restoration consisting broadly of removal of subframe, rear axle, front cross member etc. and had them either replaced with genuine parts or shot blasted and powder coated. All nuts and bolts zinc coated. All bushes have been replaced, new brakes, new Bilstein and Eibach suspension. I've largely left the paintwork as its quite original but treated it to a polish and wax.
Interior
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Engine
Components:
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Remarks
The engine bay has been thoroughly cleaned, new water pump, hoses etc. It now has a full stainless steel classic exhaust system and manifold. All heat shields dropped and painted, fuel lines cleaned and re clipped and all brakes pipes and hoses cleaned so the car really looks like new underneath.
Transmission
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Running Gear
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Remarks
All running gear completely overhauled with parts replaced as necessary, Floor pan stripped of all concealing waxoyl, any surface rust has been completely removed treated with bilt hamber 80 zinc primer and two coats of quality matt black stone chip. Wheels have been replaced with BBS RAs with were optional at the time although I will include the original wheels.
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Original stamped service book /book pack present and old MOT's.
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 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, 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 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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