The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale 11th - 13th November 2022

179 + buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter Lot 742 2009 Volkswagen Citi Golf Mk1 Limited Edition - No. 459/1000 Registration: RRZ 9617 Chassis No.: AAVZZZ17Z9U015442 Estimate: £18,000 - £20,000 When Volkswagen released the original Golf in 1974, the car was an overnight success. Volkswagen South Africa started the assembly of the Golf Mk1 under licence in 1978, however, when the second generation Golf arrived in 1984, Volkswagen South Africa found themselves unable to supply the demand for a small, affordable entry- level car, as the Mk2 was bigger and somewhat more expensive than its predecessor. The most viable option for VW SA was to continue producing a variant of the Mk1, Using the same body shell as the Mk1, the ‘Citi Golf’ was launched in 1984 as a mildly facelifted,1.6-litre, five-door, alongside companion saloon and two-door utility models. The Citi Golf’s 25 year lifespan saw hundreds of modifications, both cosmetic, to satisfy consumer demand and mechanical to comply with safety and emission standards. Cost savings from using the Mk1 shell allowed the Citi to be better appointed than its rivals, with accessories made available over the years from the Volkswagen Group parts department. To commemorate the end of production of the Citi in 2009, the Citi Mk1 was launched. This edition was limited to just 1,000 cars, with special features that included lowered suspension, 15“ alloy wheels, tinted windows, a leather sports steering wheel with airbag, and chrome foil side-stripes. The lovely example on offer here is Number 459 of those 1,000 cars and is finished in Black Magic Pearl, with half-leather seats. It was imported into the UK and registered with the DVLA on the 1st October 2019. Presented to auction in exceptional condition with just 16,598 kilometres or 10,313 miles at the time of cataloguing, the service book states that the most recent service was carried out less than 435 km ago 22nd September 2021 and the car will have a fresh MOT prior to the auction. An official book commemorating the Citi, unused mats still in their Volkswagen packaging, VWSA brochures, and the original radio also accompany the car. Whilst the car’s condition and rarity warrants a place in a collection, it is also eminently suitable as a daily driver for the enthusiast that loves the retro looks of a classic car but appreciates the modern enhancements fitted by the manufacturer from new. It sits within its own niche in the market and elements of the car’s features may seem incongruous at first glance but make perfect sense in context, however, you’ll probably never see another and despite its humble origins, its sheer rarity means it would be welcome anywhere. Whilst the car’s condition and rarity warrants a place in a collection, it is also eminently suitable as a daily driver for the enthusiast that loves the retro looks of a classic car but appreciates the modern enhancements fitted by the manufacturer from new. It sits within its own niche in the market and elements of the car’s features may seem incongruous at first glance but make perfect sense in context, however, you’ll probably never see another and despite its humble origins, its sheer rarity means it would be welcome anywhere Car 459 of a limited edition of 1,000 marking the end of production of VW South Africa’s version of the iconic Golf Mk1 in 2009, UK registered and just 16,598km. More Details Lot 742 Bid On Lot 742