FOR SALE A championship winning Volkswagen Golf GTI 25th Anniversary Edition with one owner No 0301 MODEL HISTORY The iconic Volkswagen Golf GTI was first launched in 1977 and instantly became not only a phenomenal success but an automotive legend. 25 years later and in its fourth generation, the demand for the Golf GTI was as strong as ever and to celebrate the quarter century milestone, Volkswagen launched this, The Golf GTI 25th Anniversary Edition. Initial speculation was that 1,800 units would be produced, 900 each in both petrol and diesel, however Volkswagen archive records confirm that in fact 1,792 were made, 825 of which were petrol and 967 diesel, (Source of information, Volkswagen (UK) Single Point of Contact Team). With inevitable dwindling numbers as we approach the 50th Anniversary since the original Golf GTI launch, these Anniversary Editions are even more sought after than in the 2002 launch. EQUIPMENT Front fog lamps, tinted glass, roof spoiler, ISOFIX, driver and front passenger airbags, multi-function computer, Gamma radio cassette with 6 disc changer and 8 speakers, Climatronic air conditioning, electric heated door mirrors. 25th Anniversary Edition Features: Exclusive front and rear bumpers, BBS alloy wheels, lowered sports suspension, widened sills, Darkened rear lenses, Recaro Sports Seats in ‘Le Mans’ cloth with woven GTI logo and red stitching, GTI gear knob ‘golf ball shaped’, perforated leather steering wheel, gear lever gaiter and handbrake grip with bright red stitching, seat belts with bright red trim, aluminium pedals, brushed aluminium interior trim, carpets mats trimmed in bright red. Factory Options: Reflex Silver Metallic paint. Accessories: Blackvue Pittasoft 4k front and rear dash cam, Clifford Alarm, JL Audio loudspeaker (professional bespoke stealth installation), tailored GTI seat covers. EXTERIOR Being one of just 1,792 Golf GTI 25th Anniversary Edition cars is pretty special, yet being a one owner show winning example covering just 35,912 miles with phenomenal history is simply amazing. The cars were offered in three colours to pay homage to the three colours offered in the original Mk1 Golf GTI which were Mars Red, Diamond Metallic Silver and Schwartz Black. This example, car number 0301, in factory optional Reflex Silver Metallic paint, (Code LA7W), is virtually flawless throughout owing to the very low mileage and one owner who can only be described as a fanatical enthusiast caring for the car. The paintwork, trim and small details are exceptional throughout and features such as supplying dealer branded number plates remain fitted. The car has been magazine featured and has won awards at many of the shows it has attended. The underside is detailed and remains beautifully clean. Without question one of the best in existence. INTERIOR Unique to the 25th Anniversary Edition is the Recaro Sports Seats in ‘Le Mans’ cloth with woven GTI logo and red stitching, (Code 52). The interior is pristine throughout with seats showing no wear and bolsters retaining correct shape and firmness. The bright red detailing throughout retains correct colour thanks to garage storage from new away from UV light. The exclusive Anniversary trim sections remain in excellent order with only very light wear to the gear knob and some very faint scratches to the driver’s aluminium door pull handle and ignition surround. All equipment, controls and displays are in fine operation, including the ice-cold climate control. The headlining interior trim and carpets are immaculate with tailored mats in situ and even a brand-new unused second set acquired as a spare. An exceptional interior commensurate with the low mileage and cosseted ownership. ENGINE & TRANSMISSION Just 967 Anniversary Editions were produced with the legendary bulletproof GTI PD150 engine and this low mileage example has enjoyed the most fastidious documented upkeep from new. Producing 150bhp and a thumping 320Nm maximum torque, the car achieves a top speed of 134mph and 0-62mph in just 8.6 seconds. The engine bay is spotless with all factory labels and stickers intact, and even the small foam pads to the tops of the inner front wings remain, almost unheard of as most degraded and fell off. The six-speed manual transmission performs impeccably. WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES Unique 18-inch ball polished BBS alloy wheels are standard fitment for the 25th Anniversary Edition and remain in amazing unrestored condition with no kerb damage and only miniscule spoke markings, barely visible. Correct specification Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/40 ZR18 tyres with ample tread are fitted to all four corners and a full-size spare wheel is fitted. The braking system performs perfectly with all maintenance fully up to date, and the large bright red callipers hint toward the cars sporting pedigree. HISTORY FILE Number 0301 was supplied new by Volkswagen Main Dealer, Gilbert Lawton Ltd in Macclesfield, to the first and only owner, Mr Tunstall. Date of registration was the 26th July 2002 and for the last 23 years, the car has been Mr Tunstall’s pride and joy to a fanatical and near obsessive level! The condition of the car portrays the owners love for it, but so too does the enormous history file. Neatly filed in chronological order are masses of invoices and receipts from Volkswagen Main Dealers and marque specialists. There are 24 stamped entries, the majority of which are Volkswagen Main Dealer and since 2017 the same specialist. The most recent service was carried out in June 2025 and most recent cambelt, water pump and auxiliary belt was done in 2024 at 35,734 miles. The meticulous approach to ownership is further emphasised with the car having had three cambelt changes in less than 2000 miles and no less than four sets of alloys wheels replaced under warranty! Further warranty claims evidenced in the paperwork show that Mr Tunstall would not tolerate any wear on the car that could not be deemed fair and acceptable. Further items in the history file are an original 25th Anniversary Edition sales brochure, Magazine feature, pre-launch News Release bulletins and even a letter from Volkswagen UK in reply to Mr Tunstall writing to them where officials build numbers are confirmed and broken down to engine and month of build. Every MOT since the first in 2005 to present completes the history folder and the original Golf document wallet hold all handbooks and two service booklets. Photographs at various shows and numerous awards achieved spanning the life of the car can be seen. An outstanding example in every conceivable respect. MOT July 2026, HPI Clear.