Description

This 1988 Volkswagen Golf GTI shows 155k miles and is powered by a 1.8L 16-valve inline-four paired to a 5-speed manual transmission. The seller purchased the car from the original owner in Kentucky six years ago and has driven it about 1,000 miles since. Modifications include Wilwood brakes and a Neuspeed strut bar, and records from the last five years document a new OEM timing belt, water pump, and suspension components. The car is said to run well and is offered at no reserve with a clean CarProof and clear Ontario title in the seller’s name.

The Tornado Red finish is believed original and shows well in photographs, with consistent shine from multiple angles. Imperfections are said to be limited to some chips along the front and minor rust under the trim of the driver-side rear window that was present at the time of the seller’s purchase.

Rubber trim components show equally well and are accompanied by Hella US-market half-tint taillights, tinted front turn signals and markers, and a Carello 4-round grille.

A set of 15″ alloy wheels replace the originals and are accompanied by Wilwood brake components installed by the previous owner which include 4-piston front calipers, 11″ cross-drilled rotors, and brake lines. The suspension was recently refreshed by the seller with OEM shocks, springs, front subframe bushings.

The interior has been modified with an aftermarket stereo, Momo steering wheel, shift knob, and Neuspeed floormats. The dash remains free of cracks along with the other plastic touch surfaces, and apart from a inoperable odometer, the instruments, indicators, and other electric accessories remain operational.

Wear on the fabric inserts is commensurate with age, while the vinyl bolsters exhibit no stains or rips. Though the ceiling headliner remains in place, the sunroof lacks a headliner.

The 1.8L 16-valve inline-four produced 123 horsepower when new and is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The seller has added approximately 1k miles since his purchase with work completed under his ownership including:

• Replaced timing belt
• Replaced water pump
• Replaced starter
• Replaced alternator
• Replaced motor mounts
• Replaced knock sensor
• Techtonics European intake cam
• European downpipe
• Replaced exhaust
• Neuspeed strut bar
• Neuspeed Short Shift kit

With the updated service and modifications, the car is said by the seller to be a strong runner. A Jetex exhaust and set of Neuspeed sport springs are included in the sale.

Said to have been garage-kept and off the road throughout the winter by both owners, the underside appears clean and in good condition.