Volkswagen Golf GTi 16V, 1991
Volkswagen Golf GTI II
Volkswagen Golf GTI II•
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Chassis No.: WVWZZZ1GZMW743491
Engine No.: KR165249
Registration: J972 PPC
The second generation of the Volkswagen Golf was launched in Europe at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1983, with sales beginning in its homeland and most other left hand drive markets soon after. It debuted in March 1984 on the right-hand drive British market. It was Volkswagen's highest volume seller from 1983 and ended production in late 1992, to be replaced by the Golf Mk. III. The Mk. II was larger than the Mk. I; its wheelbase grew slightly by three inches, as did exterior dimensions length 7.1 inches, width 2.2 inches, and height 0.2 inches. Weight was up accordingly by about 260lbs.
Exterior design, developed in-house by Volkswagen design director Schäfer, kept the general lines of its Giugiaro-designed predecessor, but was slightly more rounded. The Mk. II was supplied with a wider range of engine options, including a GTD turbo diesel using the 1.6 ‘umwelt’ (ECO) diesel engine, a DOHC 1781cc 16-valve version of the straight-four GTi as well as the tried and tested 1781cc 8v GTi. All told, about 6.3 million second-generation Golfs were built.
This lovely example of a Golf GTi 16V was first registered on 2nd September 1991 and presents very well in Tornado Red with Rainbow Grey interior. Interested parties should note, this car was subject to a Category N insurance claim in May 2024 due to light vandal damage, which has now been corrected. The cooling system has recently been overhauled and new braided fuel lines fitted, a stainless-steel exhaust system has also been fitted. Clearly this has been a well looked after example, confirmed by the fact, according to the vendor it drives with no known faults. The engine started immediately when requested and the gearbox operates smoothly and efficiently.
Electric windows, a sunroof and power steering are all good features on this three-door Mk. II Golf. Given that the value of similar models has seen a recent rise and considering the delightful condition of this 16 valve GTi it deserves strong consideration by enthusiasts. Supplied with a V5C registration document, a full years MoT test certificate together with a collection of invoices. Consigned by Stewart Banks.
