Description
Mk3 Volkswagen Golf GTI 20th Anniversary Edition
£10, 000 rebuild
KEY FACTS
This 1996 Mk3 Volkswagen Golf GTI 20th Anniversary Edition is a limited-edition example of the 90s hot hatchback, which is noted to present in highly original condition.
It is powered by a 2. 0-litre 16-valve naturally aspirated inline-four, producing around 148bhp, driven through the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
First registered in August 1996, it has been with the seller for just under three years.
The odometer shows 166, 083 miles from new.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
The Mk3 Golf GTI 20th Anniversary Edition is a limited run of 1, 000 special-edition GTI Anniversary models, of which it is reported that just 150 were 16-valve specification, and available in both three-door and five-door configurations, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the revered model.
Exterior features include red striping on the bumpers, red brake callipers, 16-inch BBS split-rim alloy wheels, brushed stainless-steel twin rear exhaust tailpipes, and smoked front fog lamp, indicator, and rear lamp lenses.
Inside, the limited-run model features included chequered Recaro front sport seats and matching rear seats with GTI logos, red seatbelts, a half-chromed and leather ‘golf ball’ gear knob, a red-stitched leather steering wheel and handbrake gaiter, a red handbrake release button, silver instrument dials, and red piped floor mats.
This example is finished in the timeless hue of Satin Silver Metallic.
Features include air conditioning, an electric sunroof, front fog lights, and a front spoiler.
A more modern Blaupunkt Barcelona DAB radio / CD player with USB and auxiliary connectivity has been fitted in the cabin.
The car will be accompanied by its original handbook and stamped service booklet, the V5C certificate, a brochure with specifications, MOT test certificates and service invoices, the spare wheel and tool kit, multiple keys, and a workshop manual.
The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 11 September 2024 at 166, 507 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with no warnings or advisories.
SERVICE HISTORY
This Golf GTI’s most recent maintenance was carried out in February 2024 at 165, 023 miles by M & M Auto Engineers.
Has every paperwork from the dealers from release date to date.
Folder with over hundreds of pages of receipts done to car and invoices.
Services from 12 miles on clock to date.
Only had 5 private services by known garages classic independents.
The work comprised of an engine oil and filter change, along with the later replacement of the brake fluid and the nearside brake calliper.
Prior to this, it was serviced in June 2022 at 161, 569 miles, which included an engine oil and filter change, along with the replacement of the rocker cover gasket and the oil pressure switch.
Recent Work:
Rear shock absorbers
Air filter
Cabin filter
Rear brake pipes
Alternator
Battery
Track rod ends
Offside CV boot
Power steering belt
Coolant &
Clutch.
Dates and Mileages:
08/ 1996 - 10, 000 miles
07/ 1998 - 19, 749 miles
03/ 1999 - 31, 313 miles
03/ 2000 - 38, 562 miles
03/ 2001 - 46, 279 miles
04/ 2002 - 55, 389 miles
05/ 2004 - 67, 522 miles
06/ 2005 - 76, 926 miles
07/ 2006 - 85, 818 miles
07/ 2007 - 92, 351 miles
08/ 2009 - 107, 885 miles
10/ 2011 - 113, 129 miles
07/ 2012 - 114, 592 miles
10/ 2013 - 129, 881 miles
04/ 2015 - 151, 881 miles
06/ 2022 - 161, 569 miles
02/ 2024 - 165, 023 miles
Car has gone through a full restore by Medcalf & Builders, who specialise in BENTLEY & Aston Martin’s.
Has been stripped and built with everything replaced that needed as well as a full shell restore and paint.
Car was rust free thanks to the treatment upgrade in time of car release.
All glass was removed and car was stripped to shell for the build.
This took 4 Months to complete due to the parts also.
Some of the work included :
the engine and gearbox were removed the engine bay was detailed the engine had a full gasket overhaul new valve cover set new engine water pump new complete head set
complete cylinder head overhaul ( stem seals etc)
new flywheel crankshaft oil seal new pair track rod ends new cv drive gaiters new luk clutch new pair ball joints body under seal oil semi synthetic oil filter
pair drop / stabiliser links new poly belts new vee belt new brake pipe unions new (nos) headlining board air con o ring kit new radiator oem new temperature transmitter gearbox serviced new oil sump plug/ gasket new timing belt kit rear brake disc backing plates
alloy wheels refurbished ( primo alloys ) £420. 00 !!
4 x new high performance tyres £395. 00 !!
new brakes hoses front new brake hoses rear front pads rear pads new spark plugs new plug leads brake fluid change coolant replacement
new electric rear window regulator new fuel filter
front seats sent for minor bolster repairs
subframesToooooo much to list- carried on from
Above
All glass was removed and car was stripped to shell for the build.
This took 4 Months to complete due to the parts also.
Some of the work included :
the engine and gearbox were removed the engine bay was detailed the engine had a full gasket overhaul new valve cover set new engine water pump new complete head set
complete cylinder head overhaul ( stem seals etc)
new flywheel crankshaft oil seal new pair track rod ends new cv drive gaiters new luk clutch new pair ball joints body under seal oil semi synthetic oil filter
pair drop / stabiliser links new poly belts new vee belt new brake pipe unions new (nos) headlining board air con o ring kit new radiator oem new temperature transmitter gearbox serviced new oil sump plug/ gasket new timing belt kit rear brake disc backing plates
alloy wheels refurbished ( primo alloys ) £420. 00 !!
4 x new high performance tyres £395. 00 !!
new brakes hoses front new brake hoses rear front pads rear pads new spark plugs new plug leads brake fluid change coolant replacement
new electric rear window regulator new fuel filter
front seats sent for minor bolster repairs ( strong and turton car tri the steering wheel was re trimmed and re stitched ( strong and tu the underside of the car steam cleaned and a fresh application of applied
subframes removed sand blasted, rust treated and repainted new rear subframe axle bushes calipers stripped and overhauled specialist tuning braided fuel hose
And much much more …
RARE EXAMPLE
HAS LOADS OF PAPER WORK AND STACKS OF RECIPTS
