1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (MK3) VR6 HIGHLINE - 31,712 MILES

KEY FACTS

• A low-mileage and well-preserved example of the flagship Golf Mk3, the Highline, finished in Purple Violet with matching Mulberry leather interior and heated front sports seats.
• Fitted with the desirable 174bhp 2.8-litre naturally aspirated VR6 engine, driving the front wheels through a four-speed automatic gearbox.
• A comprehensive service book accompanies the car, with 21 stamps.
• The car is fresh from a service at VW specialist The Phirm in July 2021.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Highline was the top-level Golf on offer at the time, and this example includes a full Mulberry leather-lined interior with heated front sports seats.
• Factory equipment also includes electric windows, air conditioning, on-board computer, an electric tilting and sliding glass sunroof with integrated sunblind, and electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors.
• This example is original and unmodified, sitting on 15-inch BBS six-spoke ‘Solitude’ alloy wheels unique to the Highline trim, shod with Continental tyres all round.
• The car comes with extensive paperwork, including old MOTs and invoices, all presented in the original black leather document holder.

CONDITION

• The car presents very well and is in excellent condition, boasting a deep lustre to the paintwork. Only a few minor stone chips are present, along with a small scratch to the underside of a door mirror and a slight imperfection on the rear bumper.
• The vendor states that the paintwork and the leather interior are both believed to be original. The interior is also in excellent condition, with only the slightest patina visible to the driver’s seat.
• There are no known faults to the vehicle.
• The most recent MOT test was in July 2021 at 31,712 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service was carried out at the same time as the MOT, in July 2021 at 31,712 miles, when the car received an oil service as well as replacement water pump and brake hoses (front and centre), carried out by VW and Audi specialist, The Phirm.

Dates and mileages:

• Jul 2021 - 31,712 miles - The Phirm (VW specialist)
• Apr 2017 - 30,750 miles - Stokers Garage (VW specialist)
• Dec 2015 - 29,905 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Aug 2014 - 28,415 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Aug 2013 - 27,459 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Aug 2012 - 26,420 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Aug 2011 - 25,433 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Aug 2010 - 24,296 miles - Ridgeway Oxford VW
• Oct 2009 - 23,429 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Oct 2008 - 22,093 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Oct 2007 - 21,030 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Oct 2006 - 19,892 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Sep 2005 - 18,578 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Nov 2004 - 17,505 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Dec 2003 - 16,622 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Oct 2002 - 13,718 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Dec 2001 - 12,204 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Nov 2000 - 10,495 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Oct 1999 - 8,306 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Jul 1998 - 5,706 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Jun 1997 - 3,692 miles - Motorworld Oxford VW
• Feb 1996 - Delivery Inspection - Hartwell Cardiff VW

SUMMARY

This is a superb example of the VW Golf Mk3 in Highline trim, powered by the sought-after VR6 engine. It has been maintained fastidiously over the years and with such low mileage is equally suitable for adding to a collection, or as an unusual but eminently usable daily driver.

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