This 1991 Volkswagen Golf GTI 16V Edition One is a factory-original 16-valve example finished in Dark Burgundy (LC3U) over its signature black and navy Edition One interior. First registered in Germany, the car remained with its first three owners from 1991 to 2011 before entering long-term storage within a private collection, where it has remained preserved since. Showing 157,803 kilometers, this Edition One retains its original drivetrain, factory equipment, documentation, and unmistakable period-correct appearance. Power comes from its original 1.8-liter 16-valve engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The car is not equipped with air conditioning.
The exterior is finished in Dark Burgundy, a color available to the Edition One series and prized among Mk2 enthusiasts for its understated and elegant tone. Factory GTI features remain intact, including the dual-headlight grille, G60-style wheel-arch extensions, GTI badging, and the original roof spoiler. The car retains its German registration documents, original service booklet, and owner’s manual, along with two original keys and both original title documents. Having been deregistered in 2011 and held in private care since, it presents as a highly authentic and well-preserved Edition One example.
Inside, this GTI showcases the Edition One’s distinct black and navy trim, featuring electric Recaro sport seats unique to this special model. The interior remains true to factory specification, with its black headliner, black A/B/C pillars, leather-wrapped GTI steering wheel, and model-correct MFA multi-function display and onboard computer. The overall cabin condition reflects the long-term stewardship of attentive owners and its later years spent as part of a collection rather than a daily-use vehicle.
Recent maintenance at 157,650 kilometers included a comprehensive service to ensure the car is road-ready after its time off the road. Work performed included the replacement of the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, ignition cables, injectors, fuel pump, air filter, fuel filter, cabin filter, serpentine belt, thermostat, and engine oil and coolant. This service complements a complete historical maintenance record extending from the car’s 1991 delivery through its final documented service entries shortly before deregistration in 2011. The stamped service booklet reflects consistent maintenance intervals throughout the car’s active life, with entries spanning nearly two decades.