1991 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

As a lifelong Volkswagen enthusiast, I’ve always had a soft spot for the Mk2 GTI—and this one has been a real pleasure to own. This is a rare, unmodified 5-door example finished in Royal Blue Metallic, kept true to how Volkswagen originally intended.

I bought the car nearly 4 years ago as a weekend project and second family car, and it’s been treated exactly as you’d expect from an enthusiast owner. During my time with it, I’ve made sure it’s been maintained properly and kept in dependable, usable condition—not just stored away. It’s been a car I can jump into at a moment’s notice and confidently set off on family road trips.

Mechanically, the car is in great form. It starts reliably every time, runs smoothly, and delivers power exactly how a Mk2 GTI should. The suspension is tight with no knocks or bangs, and after a full alignment it drives straight and true—just as it should.

Maintenance has never been skipped—it's had a service every year without fail, with additional oil changes carried out when replacing seals or other components. I understand the mileage may raise eyebrows, but I spent a long time finding the right car, and this one stood out for its condition and how well it’s been looked after. It’s a genuinely solid example that could easily continue as a usable classic or even a daily driver.

A nice piece of history comes with the car too: a Classic Car Weekly feature from October 2014, where the car was reviewed in detail at 228k miles—highlighting its strengths and giving great insight into its story.

The only minor issue to mention is an intermittent rev counter fault that’s recently appeared—I haven’t had the time to investigate, but everything else works exactly as it should.

More recently, I’ve spent time tidying the underside—cleaning, treating, and protecting the suspension components, rear axle, and refinishing the calipers back to factory silver—so it’s ready for its next owner to enjoy straight away.

It’s becoming increasingly rare to find Mk2 GTIs in this kind of original, unmodified condition. I’ll genuinely miss both working on and driving this car, but with four cars in the household, it’s time for it to go to someone who will appreciate it as much as I have.

I’m in no rush to sell—finding the right home is far more important to me than a quick sale. This car deserves an owner who understands what it is and will continue to care for it properly.

If you’re a fellow VW enthusiast or simply looking for a solid, honest Mk2 GTI—feel free to get in touch.

Royal Blue Metallic

239K miles

Power steering

Central locking

MOT until 8th October 2026 (Happy to put 12months on if required)

2x Keys (Autowatch immobiliser)

Garaged overnight, used as second family car

Extensive Service History Stamps in original service book (Main dealer, VW specialist & Owner Service stamps)

Folder with all invoices present and in chronological order dating back to 1991

New Front discs & pads and new wheel bolts all round (June 2026)

Oil change completed – Millers Oil (March 2026)

New Tie rod ends with boots & Wheel alignment completed (February 2026)

Matching Goodyear Efficient grip tyres

Top end engine rebuild / refresh - Head & rocker gasket kit, Cylinder head pressure tested and skimmed, valves cleaned, new head bolts, new injector seals, new manifold bolts & stud kit, Oil & Filter change, coolant flush (March 2025)

Timing belt, rotor arm & distributer cap changed (November 2023)

Rear hatch & front passenger strut welding completed (March 2023)

Rear hatch painted / blended & new rear light seals (March 2023)

New radiator & coolant flush

Genuine OEM Votex Carpet mats

New door, boot & window rubber seals

New genuine Volkswagen front & rear badges

Paintless dent removal from 4x doors

New Sunroof cable & greased (Sunroof operating perfectly, sunroof drain holes cleared)

New Meyle tailgate struts

New Meyle Engine mount

New Passenger side window regulator

Genuine rear G60 Stainless steel window scrapers

Front OEM fog lamps & Upgraded LED 6K headlight bulbs

Front bumper replacement, Painted, new red vinyl grill trim & GTi grill badge

New Gear linkage bushes & MK3 GTi weight (Improves gear change feel)

New Front wishbone control arms & bushes

New Heater matrix & engine coolant pipes

Outside custom car cover & carry bag (Available with car)

Box of spare parts I have collected along the way will be going with the car and its new owner.