It was created by combining the audi 80 gtes engine with the lightweight threedoor golf bodyshell and originally conceived as a low volume limited edition. Used volkswagen gti for sale in pittsburgh, pa autotrader. This also includes the original service record, original invoice of sale and user manual book pack. Complete with a full book pack, original service book and all invoicing from new the. Service and maintenance history this golf has only had 2 owners from new and they have each kept a large folder of service history. Volkswagens golf mk ii was launched in 1983 and was a larger, slightly more curved version of the giugiaro. Not every car story is a happy one though, as that grey 8v gti lived a short life thanks to an accident that condemned it to the scrap heap. The mk4 golf gti is one of the most maligned cars in history and for. Ive always had a thing for those pug 205 gtis even though my lust is irrationally based solely on the mythic aura of its reputation alone because ive never driven one, go figure, i just love hot hatches. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Complete with the fully stamped service book and lots of mot history, what a perfect investment vehicle. The v w golf was planned to be a worthy successor to the venerable beetle. Vw golf mk2 owners instruction manual hand book gti 8v 16v. There are 37 volkswagen mk2s for sale right now on. Volkswagen golf gti crowood autoclassics richardson, james on. May 22, 2018 the mk4 golf gti is one of the most maligned cars in history and for good reason. In a way yes, as the mk2 did not offer any real performance improvements on the old one. This classic car arrived as a rolling shell for welding on the arches, sills, scuttlepanel, jacking points and battery tray. The vw golf is one of only three cars, the others being the renault clio and the vauxhall astra, to have been voted european car of the year twice, in 1992 and 20. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Folder of history and stamped service book up until december 2007 when it was taken off the road. Home mk1 golf owners club wiki history of the mk1 golf history of the mk1 golf. History of the vw mk2 golf typ19 90 spec 5 door mk2 golf gti.
History of the volkswagen golf picture special autocar. The golf gti is a phenomenon, a brand within the volkswagen brand, an automobile world view and an unmistakable design statement that has now attained sales of 1. I have the very rare pleasure to offer this unique ico. History of the origins of the first golf gti inception of the gti originated in 1973. Nov 26, 2012 in a way yes, as the mk2 did not offer any real performance improvements on the old one. The mk2 gti built on the superb foundation of the mk1 and was a motoring icon of the 1980s, so is now deservedly appreciating. This gti has a great amount of history in the form of service receipts and stamped service record. There was now more compromise, the trend to bigger and heavier hot hatchbacks was starting.
Please see our other items for more mk1 vw items thanks for looking. Iam sorry for that one part with the bad cameraangle. History supplied by dovercourt north london with just 96,000 miles and 4 previous owners, our gti shows 14 stamps in the service book, the last at 94,094 miles. It seems by now thered be a decent book on the subject. It besmirched an already iconic name, and while it was the most convincing gti yet as a daily driver, it was. The giugiarodesigned golf was exactly the right car at the right time, but it was in gti form, from 1976, that it was most impressive. The volkswagen golf mk2 is a compact car, the second generation of the volkswagen golf and. Ts spare key too much history to list the car is currently stored away. The volkswagen golf has won many awards throughout its history. It was volkswagens highest volume seller from 1983 and remained in german production until late 1992. Simply unbolt the old manifold and bolt on your shiny new milltek classic manifold. Complete with some other literature as pictured and in a good condition leather.
Initially released in the passat b3, the engine was then fitted into the mk2, thus creating the mk2 gti g60. The mk2 gti g60 was for the most part very similar to the gti 16v of the day, but featured a few structural difference invisible from the outside, the windscreen was bonded in as opposed to relying on a rubber seal, this increased the. I am big into the german stuff anything vw, audi, porsche, bmw, and the odd mercedes. All gti models got the european quadheadlight grille with the upgrade to big bumpers in 1990. Well after missing my old mk2 gti 16v for so long i have been wanting another for a while now and since the ford kuga has sold recently i thought i would start looking. I get criticized constantly for building something that has no resale value and the things i could have bought or built instead. In september 1983, vw launched the mkii golf typ 19e along with its booted sibling the jetta at the frankfurt motor show.
The later vw golf gti has powerassitedsteering as standard. You may have to hunt far and wide to find a really good, highly original example, but it will be worth it for the rewarding drive and widespread kudos that it will provide. Volkswagens genredefining golf gti was always going to be a hard act to follow, but the wolfsburg design team succeeded with their 1986 type 19 mark 2. Find amazing local prices on golf gti mk2 for sale shop hasslefree with gumtree. May 12, 2017 the giugiarodesigned golf was exactly the right car at the right time, but it was in gti form, from 1976, that it was most impressive. This car benefits from a new gearbox, fitted by specialist. The interior is in good condition and also has a fully functioning sun roof. Used volkswagen gti mk2 for sale used cars gumtree. Sorry for the quality of some of the picsworking on it. Thats engine oil with lots of mos2 molybdenum disulfite.
And it was this car that shaped my passion for the mk2 generation gti. Its factory fitted extras included bbs split rim alloys, all of which have been fitted with new tyres, sunroof, electric windows, central locking and an alarm. One such individual is andrew tucker, owner of an mkii golf gti. It has been in the hands of one careful owner from new and has a full vw service history. This is author russell hayes fourth automotive history. Vw mk2 golf gti restoration vw golf rolling shell welding. Blank service history book car van maintenance replacement vehicle record book. Vw golf mk2 gti 8v milltek classic performance exhaust. Mk2 golf gti parcel cover shelf rear black colour ebay. Feb 22, 2018 the volkswagen gti is the quintessential hot hatchbackand in 2016, it turned 40. I will defy anyone to spot one like this for sale anywhere in the uk. This is an 8 valve gti displaying the smaller bumpers, and bottle top alloys original steelies available upon request. However, because the mk2 golf was a big improvement on the original, the gti was a better car to live with.
History of the volkswagen golf picture special mk1 gti meets mk7 gti in celebration of the golfs 40th birthday the mk7 golf was launched in september 2012. And get this, its a 1991 gti in desirable tornado red and its a three owner from new with 66,000 miles on the clock its being sold by a midlands based independent called shocars and going by what they told us, its a totally original car with a fully stamped service book and lots of history. Volkswagen golf mk2 news newspapers books scholar jstor may 2008 learn how and when to. Coming with an extensive history file, this lots condition scores an impressive 129 5. The mk2 golf also saw fourwheeldrive arrive in a vw hatchback for the first time in the form of the golf synchro. I really wish i had a reason to why i want a mk2 this fast and powerful unfortunately i dont have one. However, its replacement, a big bumper 8v gti, followed soon after and quickly became a part of the family. The golf gti bloodline took a bit of a dip following the mk2, with the. Sounds like a match made in heaven to me, i only just managed to refrain from squealing like a schoolgirl. The mk2 gti followed and is a car that might not quite match the original for iconic status, but is a pretty decent choice today if you cant quite stretch to 2019 mk1 values. Poster inspired by volkswagen golf gti poster print wall art of the history and evolution of the vw gti generations car models. The volkswagen golf mk2 is a compact car, the second generation of the volkswagen golf and the successor to the volkswagen golf mk1. An overview of the extensive welding work we did on this red vw mk2 golf gti. Jul 19, 2017 not every car story is a happy one though, as that grey 8v gti lived a short life thanks to an accident that condemned it to the scrap heap.
Check service history for most recent cambelt change. Service book car history handbook blank volkswagen vw golf polo passat. This gti is in stunning condition and has covered just 74,000 miles from new. The volkswagen golf is a compact car produced by the german automotive manufacturer. Vw golf mk2 instruction manual handbook taken from my much loved mk2 mkii golf driver 1992 last of the mk2s. Milltek classics freeflow 4branch manifold for the vw golf mk2 gti 8v is one of the simplest ways to improve the cars performance. The handbook, original service book, vw folder, two car jacks and the spacesaver spare wheel and tyre are all included in the sale. History file registered by newbourne garages in the summer of 1985 to a mr g dyson the car would remain in original ownership until early last year where his nephew would assume title. This 1992 vw golf gti mk2 8v is an original and unmolested car in an appealing colour combination, and is a solid example of this affordable modern classic. In its first years on sale in north america, 1985 and 1986, the golf ii maintained sealedbeam square headlights, while the gti bore flush headlights from the jetta. Vw golf mk2 gti g60 rear lights right left new fifft. T done july 2019 full folder of history and previous m.
Since 2007 he has written books on lotus, tvr and the ford cortina. The mot certificates are present and original book pack with user manauals. This piece showcases the complete history and evolution of the gti. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The volkswagen golf gti is the epitome of a hot hatch. Complete with a full book pack, original service book and all invoicing from new the file certainly makes for pleasing reading. In april 2010 kelley blue book included the vw golf tdi clean diesel. The mk2 golf was discontinued in europe in 1991, but mexicanmade mk2 models remained available in north america for another year. A late big bumper in desirable oak green, 118k miles with great history. Imagine my delight when canadian photographer, matt, emailed me to inform me hes been shooting a local mk2 golf build for a friend of his.
The mk2 gti followed and is a car that might not quite match the original for iconic. The golf won the world car of the year in 2009, with the volkswagen golf mk6 and in 20 with the volkswagen golf mk7. The volkswagen golf gti will forever be the peoples sports car. History file this limited edition mk2 was first registered in march 1988.
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