£17,100 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1988 Vauxhall Astra Mk2 GTE 16v
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 30 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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£17,100 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1988 Vauxhall Astra Mk2 GTE 16v
UK • 30 Aug 2026 • Lot 719
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Vauxhall Astra Mk2 GTE 16v has undergone a comprehensive restoration to factory specifications, resulting in a pristine condition example of the classic hot hatch.
Powered by the sought-after 'Red Top' engine and presented in striking Aubergine, this GTE is offered with a rich history file, making it a compelling find for enthusiasts.
Condition
10
The car has been restored to factory specification during 2024 and 2025, and the vendor describes it as pristine. This indicates it is in perfect condition with no signs of wear or damage.
/ 10
119,639 miles
W0L000043J2729984
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
F19 GTE
1988
Auction
£17,100 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1988 Vauxhall Astra Mk2 GTE 16v
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 30 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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Description
The Mk2 Astra GTE 16v became one of the defining performance hatchbacks of the late 1980s, with its 2.0-litre ‘Red Top’ engine earning a strong following amongst Vauxhall enthusiasts Presented in factory specification, this 1988 example (F19 GTE) is described by the vendor as pristine following a detailed cosmetic and mechanical restoration completed during 2024 and 2025 Powered by the 2.0-litre 16-valve ‘Red Top’ engine paired with a manual gearbox, offering the lively performance for which these GTEs are well regarded The car underwent a meticulous multi-stage restoration with the aim of returning it to concours-level condition whilst retaining its original factory character and specification
Finished in striking Aubergine over a classic 'deckchair' striped grey cloth interior Supplied new by Burtons & Bury Cars of Ramsey, Cambridgeshire on 01/08/1988, the history file includes the original warranty card, handbook, folio and a collection of previous MOT Certificates Offered with its...
Price Analysis vs Other Astra GTEs
£1,601
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,741
Median Price (Since 2020)
£32,163
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 14th May 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
119,629 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 15th May 2026, 119,629 miles
Passed
On 10th May 2025, 119,565 miles
Passed
On 7th May 2024, 119,407 miles
Passed
On 11th May 2023, 119,054 miles
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