2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk5) Edition 30 Manual

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI EDITION 30

Highlights 

• Limited production 30th anniversary model

• Improved performance over a standard Mk5 GTI

• Excellent condition throughout

• Full service history

• Recent service and long MOT

Overview

The likes of the Renault 5 Alpine (or Gordini for us Brits) and Simca 1100TI may pre-date the Golf GTI but it was Volkswagen's seminal pocket rocket that helped popularise the whole hot hatch phenomenon back in the '70s and the company has kept its toes in those particularly choppy waters ever since.

Light and peppy, the original Golf GTI could keep up with much more potent, and indeed expensive fare both off the lights and on the twisties with enough room for four adults and all their luggage, plus a dog or two. It was all the car one could possibly need and VW is still churning them out to this day with the GTI now onto its eighth generation.

With so many iterations to choose from then it can be difficult to know which to go for but a good bet for many is the fifth-gen GTI that was produced between 2004 and 2008. It may have grown somewhat since the 1976 original but so too has its capabilities, eschewing that initial naturally aspirated 1.6 four-cylinder for a much more performance-oriented 2.0-litre turbocharged inline four with trick Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) technology producing around 200bhp. 

Available with either three or five doors and a choice of either a  six-speed manual or DSG auto there was some scope for customisability to suit and it was another successful outing for the iconic hatchback, with Automobile Magazine crowning the 2007 Mk5 GTI as Automobile of the Year.

And that's exactly what we have available here – a 2007 Mk5 Volkswagen Golf GTI. This isn't your boggo GTI though. This is the Edition 30 model, a limited production special built to commemorate the GTI's 30th anniversary that's chock full of features. Available in six colours the cars were fitted with a different forged engine and K04 turbo that bumped power to 230bhp which closed the gap between the GTI and the R32, with a 0-60mph time of 6.6 seconds and a top speed of 152mph.. 

Styling wise the cars featured body-coloured side skirts and rear bumper, a Votex front spoiler, and sexy tinted rear lights. On the inside the iconic golf ball shaped gear knob made a welcome return and special silver Edition 30 sill plates were fitted, along with Edition 30 seats and steering wheel. A choice of special edition wheels completed the package. 

In excellent condition both inside and out and with impressive service history this particular example is reportedly in rude health. A rare but inherently usable car with a manual gearbox it looks great in Tornado Red with gun metal BBS wheels and is ready for its next lucky owner.

History and documentation

• 2007 model year

• V5C present and correct

• Two previous owners

• First registered 20 Jun 2007

• Original book pack

• Two keys

• Excellent service history with the original service manual showing service stamps at the following intervals: service at 7,813 miles (2008 – main dealer), service at 18,608 miles (2009 – main dealer), service at 28,955 miles (2010 – main dealer), service at 37,258 miles (2011 – main dealer), service at 46,349 miles (2013 – main dealer), service at 57,558 miles (2015 – specialist), service+timing chain and tensioner at 62,812 miles (2016 – specialist), service at 68,491 miles (2017 – specialist), service at 74,599 miles (2019 – specialist), service at 80,310 miles (2020 – specialist), service at 86,942 miles (2022), service at 94,384 miles (2025)

• Invoice for recent service in 17 Feb 2025 totalling £1,116

• Sills professionally repaired in 2025

• MOT until 03 Jul 2026

• HPI clear

• ULEZ compliant

• 94,402 indicated miles

Interior

• In great shape overall

• General wear and tear to the leather seat bolsters commensurate with age and mileage

• No rips or tears

• A small piece of trim above the radio has one clip broken

• Carpets appear to be clean and dry

• Door cards and headlining are in great shape

• The dashboard remains intact

• Steering wheel and gear knob are wearing well

• All gauges look to be working correctly

• Rear seats look good

• Original radio unit and later OEM Apple Carplay unit

• The boot space is tidy and the car comes with a space saver spare wheel and tools

• Engine bay could use a clean but there is no apparent damage or deterioration

Exterior

• Very good condition overall

• The Tornado Red paintwork looks great and appears to free from any major issues

• There are a few usual minor stone chips on the bonnet

• Both sills were replaced in 2013 but the vendor reports that there have been no previous damage repairs

• All panel gaps are uniform

• Edition 30 badges present and correct

• Glasswork remains undamaged however the headlights would benefit from a polish

• The special edition 18” BBS 'Pescara' alloy wheels are in excellent condition with no scuff marks or apparent damage

• Underneath appears straight but there is some surface rust to the rear suspension components 

• Tyres are all matching Uniroyal Rain Sport 5 models

Mechanical

• 230bhp, 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Front-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 6.6s

• 152mph top speed

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car starts and sounds absolutely fine

Summary

A legend from the beginning the Golf GTI is many things to many people and the fact that it is still in production almost fifty years since its inception speaks volumes as to its enduring popularity and usability. Buying a Golf GTI is always a good idea and this limited edition Mk5 is no exception. Rare, in excellent condition and ready to rock and roll, it's a great choice when it comes to the OG of hot hatches.

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