1983 Volkswagen Golf I GTI

The first-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced in 1976 and is considered the pioneer of the hot hatch segment. The GTI began as an internal project by a small group of VW employees who wanted to create a sportier version of the Golf. Initially, the project was almost rejected, but it eventually received the green light. This particular example is from 1983 and is in highly original condition.
 
The classic red color is still the original paint, and the car is completely rust-free. Given that the paint is over 40 years old, there are some scratches and stone chips here and there, but overall, the paint is still very good. The original GTI wheels complete the look, and the sporty details set it apart from the more standard versions.
 
The interior is also very original and in excellent condition. The fabric upholstery with red pattern is completely original and tear-free. The extra gauges in the center console are fully functional. The only non-original elements are the radio and the speakers in the doors. The iconic golf ball gear knob adds the finishing touch.
 
Mechanically, the car is in excellent condition. It has just received a major service, including new oil, oil filter, spark plugs, spark plug wires, water pump, thermostat, and coolant. The 1.8 engine runs smoothly, and the gearbox shifts as it should. The car is very well documented with tons of invoices from the last 20 years.
 
In short, this is a beautiful and original iconic GTI, ready to be enjoyed!