KEY FACTS This Mk2 Golf GTI 8V is a desirable pre-facelift example of the lauded modern classic hot hatch.

Under the bonnet sits a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated inline-four, producing 110bhp and powering the front wheels through a five-speed manual gearbox.

The car has had two registered keepers from new, the second of which acquired the car in 1992.

The odometer shows 73,617 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This three-door pre-facelift car features the seven-bar grille, teardrop alloys, and smaller bumpers and mirrors.

It is finished in Alpine White, over a black vinyl and grey fabric-trimmed interior with red and blue striped seat and door card panels.

It rides on 14-inch ‘teardrop’ alloy wheels, wrapped with Alliance tyres.

Equipment includes a sunroof, the iconic ‘golf ball’ gear knob, a Pioneer radio, a boot-mounted CD changer, an alarm, and a gear lever clamp.

Accompanying the vehicle will be its owner’s manual and service book, two keys, an alarm fob, the V5C, a spare wheel...