Volkswagen Golf 1983 (A) - 1.8 GTi 3dr

*** THE SALE *** 1983 Volkswagen Golf GTI "Restomod" is for sale on our website, Trade Classics. The price listed here is our guide price - the reserve will be lower. Please view Trade Classics to read more about the car with more photos of the car that will show you the full condition, with the option to directly ask the seller any questions you may have. **** VEHICLE SUMMARY **** We all love a hot hatch, but this Mk1 Golf GTI puts a new level of hot into hot hatch.The Golf, which started life as a humble family hatchback, was launched in 1974. VW moved away from the rear-mounted, rear-wheel-drive layout that it was known for, instead opting for a front-engined, front-wheel-drive format. The GTI version of the Golf was first seen in 1975, with production starting in 1976.The GTI was given a beefed-up body kit, with wider arches and the now-iconic red frame around the grille. It was originally fitted with a 1.8-litre engine producing 108bhp, mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox. Weighing in at only 810kg, the GTI could reach 60mph in 9.2 seconds - very quick in the '70s.But... we're no longer in the '70s, and things have moved on - including this 1983 Golf GTI! Coming to market fresh from 4 years with our vendor, the Golf has been taken into the future and fitted with a 1.8-litre 20-valve turbo engine from a Mk4 Golf GTI, the dashboard from a Lupo, seats from a Mk5 Golf GTI, brakes from a desirable G60, and a whole host of other parts from the VW range, which has helped create the ultimate Mk1 Golf GTI, plus it comes with a fresh MOT valid until 2nd October 2026. **** VEHICLE DETAIL **** We've written a longer and detailed description about this vehicle on our website that will have all of your burning questions answered. To see the car on our site then just click the 'Website' link on this listing - it will take you directly to the car without searching, or you can search for us, Trade Classics, on Google. **** BEFORE YOU CALL US **** We love to speak to buyers about our specialist cars, however, we sell lots of cars each week across the UK and mainland EU, so we'd really value you helping us out by checking out the full listing on Trade Classics first. This is because we have written additional information about history, condition and specification. Don't worry, if you still have a question and you want to speak to us then no problem - please just give us a call during office hours. **** ABOUT US **** We're petrolheads that love specialist cars and have built a trusted business bringing buyers and sellers together via our service. You can search Trade Classics on Google to read all about us and check out our 5 star reviews. We're very proud of our service and think you'll love the way we honestly represent every car we sell.