2019 VOLKSWAGEN POLO GTI MRC

KEY FACTS

• A distinctive and extensively modified example of the compact modern hot hatch, presented in excellent overall condition and with a comprehensive service history.
• Under the bonnet is the 2.0-litre turbocharged ‘EA888’ four-cylinder engine, which has been upgraded with an MRC Stage 2 engine remap, coupled to a six-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission.
• This Polo GTI was first registered in May 2019, and is offered for sale by its first and only keeper.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Polo GTI was specified in the smart combination of Pure White, with Anthracite upholstery and Deep Iron dashboard trim.
• Factory-fitted equipment includes satellite navigation, heated and electrically folding door mirrors, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and keyless go, LED headlights, a tilt and slide sunroof, a rear view camera and front and rear parking sensors.
• Performance modifications include an MRC Stage 2 engine and gearbox remap, a LEYO Motorsport air intake, a Wagner sports intercooler and a full Milltek sports exhaust system.
• The car is also fitted with an ST X coil-over suspension system with a KW cancellation kit, and rides on a set of 18-inch OZ Rally Racing alloy wheels finished in Dark Graphite with silver lettering.
• Cosmetic enhancements include the car’s eye-catching grey and red vinyl wrap, black painted door handles and mirror caps and gloss black headlight eyebrows, as well as a rear spoiler extension, side skirts and front and rear splitters from Race Design.
• Inside, the seats have been replaced with heavily bolstered Corbeau wingback items with matching tartan centre panels, an Armster central armrest has been added, and the shift paddles have been enhanced with the addition of red anodised Axmotiv extensions.
• The car will be supplied with all of its original handbooks and its maintenance history is stored digitally.

CONDITION

• There is no bodywork damage.
• The Pure White paintwork is entirely original and is in very good overall condition, with a few minor stone chips on the car’s nose, though these are currently covered by an eye-catching vinyl wrap.
• Inside, the cabin presents excellently, with no visible wear on the aftermarket sports seats and only a few small marks on the interior trim, in line with the car’s use.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults, and there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard.
• As it was first registered in May 2019, the car’s first MOT test is not due until 17 May 2022.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Polo GTI’s most recent routine maintenance was an oil and filter service, which was carried out in June 2021 at 12,796 miles by VW specialist MRC Scotland.
• Prior to this, services were performed in January 2021 at 9,696 miles and in July 2020 at 7,697 miles.

Dates and Mileages:

• 25/10/2019 - 4,578 miles
• 29/072020 - 7,697 miles
• 15/01/2021 - 9,696 miles
• 03/06/2021 - 12,796 miles

SUMMARY

Fast, agile and every bit as practical as a five-door Volkswagen should be, this Mk6 Polo GTI is an exciting yet versatile modern hot hatch. Boasting a number of performance and cosmetic modifications, this well-cared-for example should make a thrilling weekend toy or daily driver, and could easily be returned to its original appearance should its next owner prefer a more discreet aesthetic.

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