1991 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet (Mk1)
Sold for
£21,150
Ended 29 Aug 2026
Data from Iconic Auctioneers, updated on 10 Oct 2026
- Year
- 1991
- Mileage
- 39,573 miles
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Engine
- 1781
- Colour
- Black
Specification
- Fuel
- GASOLINE
- Steering
- RHD
- Auction house guide
- £15,000 – £18,000
- Sale
- The Classic Sale at CarFest 2026 - Saturday
Description
The 1991 Volkswagen Golf GTi Cabriolet (Mk1) is a highly collectible, open-top modern classic hot hatch built by Karmann in Osnabrück. While the standard Golf hatchback moved to the second generation in 1983, the Cabriolet famously retained its original Mk1 architecture until 1993, earning it a distinct place in automotive history.
The car on offer here is a simply outstanding example, finished in Schwarz (black) paintwork with black soft top and signature cheque cloth interior, it was collected by its one and only owner new in 1991. Having been kept in the same garage from new, both the exterior and interior still display in remarkably original condition as you might expect
The impressive history file details every part of the car's existence from its original order form (25/08/1990), and its original purchase invoice (£14,200) issued when the car was collected on 02/02/1991.
Also present in the leather-bound dealer book pack is the model-specific Golf Convertible handbook, extended warranty card and accompanying VAG books as well as it’s original service book showing every service (all VW main dealer), a staggering 36 stamps with accompanying invoices.
Further works include two new tyres and a cambelt change in January of 2022 and more recently, a minor service in January 2025, and a roof service in November of 2025
An almost unrepeatable opportunity here to acquire possibly one of the finest preserved and most original Mk1 Golf GTI Cabriolets currently available
Comparable sales
Sold prices from auctions that ended in the last 24 months. Chart shows the last 12 months. The latest 25 sales carry details. Prices in GBP.
Median sold price
£10,750
Sold range
£1,800 – £37,687.50
Sold lots
75
Price trend
Falling
Sold 97% above the median for this model

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