OVERVIEW
This Mk3 Golf GTI was bought from Japan by a private importer. It has since remained with the same owner in Abu Dhabi. Since 2020 it has served as a reliable daily driver. Around 11,000 km were added here in the UAE. This Mk3 comes with the more desirable and powerful 2.0L 16 valve engine.
The GTI sports its original black paint. There have been no known accidents abroad and no accidents during ownership. The vehicle retains an entirely stock interior with the original Recaro cloth seats. Alongside an original exhaust and manifold. The most recent maintenance included a coolant and oil change.
Modifications & Upgrades
Mechanical
- Engine: All engine mounts replaced.
- Transmission: All gearbox mounts replaced.
- Suspension: Toora Mono FK coilovers installed. The car has been lowered and calipers painted.
- Exhaust: Tailpipe tips added to improve appearance.
- Cooling: AC compressor replaced with a FCP Euro unit.
- Fuel Delivery: OEM fuel pump and fuel float have been replaced.
Interior
- Reupholstery: Steering wheel cover, shift knob, handbrake boot and roof lining were replaced at Fusion Ceramic Pro Agency in Abu Dhabi.
- Sound System: Front Focal speakers, Kicker amplifier, MMATS subwoofer and fabricated box for the trunk. Kenwood BT stereo (head unit).
Exterior
- Ceramic coating and paint correction by Fusion Ceramic Pro Agency in Abu Dhabi.
- Original headlights blacked out on the inside.
- The side indicators (orange) were replaced with smoked versions.
- Mono Toora (816) 17-inch rims.
- Nexen 205/40 R17 tires.
Things to know
- Passenger fender flare and panel have a deep scratch which occurred while unloading from the container during import.
- The electric window switch for the rear and front passenger side makes a sound. While it still works, the window motor mechanism may need replacing or repair in the future.
- Fuel gauge (it under-reads and shows 80% when full).
Included with the sale:
- Original VR6 15-inch wheels with additional tires included.
- Hub adapter/conversion kit for wheels.
- Original VW cassette and radio head-unit.
- Multiple side indicators (orange, smoked, and black) are available.
VIDEOS
- WALK-AROUND
- INTERIOR
- ENGINE START – HOOD
- ENGINE START – BACK