Vehicle Description
The Golf has been a staple of the Volkswagen model line up since
its introduction in 1974, followed by the convertible Cabriolet
version in 1979. Over 8 Generations, the Golf has been an
inspiration to all types of drivers, whether for sensible and
economical transportation, or sport versions for spirited driving
for those heavy-footed enthusiasts! The first generation of
Cabriolet design ran from 1979 through 1993 and became
affectionately known as the Mk1 version. Today, they continue to be
enjoyed by the Volkswagen faithful, both in original form and
customized with personal performance touches such as this once
offered here!
We are excited to offer this 1991 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet
professionally refinished in Navarra Blue Metallic over special
Blue Plaid cloth interior. Its current owner initiated a complete
custom restoration with the help of All German Performance based in
Ashville, NC in 2020. Beginning with a super solid Etienne Aigner
Edition Cabriolet in original Midnight Blue, they would immediately
have the original engine and transmission removed, and the body
sent to C&M Paint Werks in Weaverville, NC for a complete strip
to bare metal. They also remove the body side moldings, marker
lights, antenna, badges & emblems, and fill any unnecessary
firewall and inner fender holes before a truly meticulous
application of new Audi-sourced Navarra Blue Metallic paint was
sprayed.
Once returned to the team at All German Performance, it was already
prepped to receive a new Mk4 GTI 2.0L Turbo-charged
engine/transmission transplant in place of the original motor. It
would be fitted with S&P Automotive swap kit along with their
aluminum radiator/intercooler assembly, remote coolant bottle
expansion tank, and Torque-Tamer frame support; K&N air
filtration; ST Suspension ST-X coil overs, Poweralign camber bolt
kit, and polyurethane steering rack bushings, Eurosport front
anti-sway bar & rear strut support brace; Dieselgeek Sigma 5
short-throw shifter with BFI shift knob, Techtonic Tuning stainless
steel downpipe with Borla exhaust and ECS Tuning finishing tip;
gorgeous two-piece welded Rotiform aluminum wheels with brushed
centers and polished outer lip; complete 4-wheel disc brake
conversion borrowed from a Volkswagen Scirocco 16V with stainless
steel brake hoses and new E-brake cables; MOMO Prototipo leather
wrapped steering wheel, Recaro Trophy seats, Coco floor mats, LED
headlights, and so much more!
The results come from a full 2-year effort finished in 2022, and it
has been driven and enjoyed only sparingly since completion. It
boosts 180 factory rated horsepower without any internal
modifications to the stock GTI drivetrain, with the exception to a
S&P Automotive engine harness and ECU tune for optimum
performance. Inside, the custom blue plaid material was sourced
directly from Germany, then sent along with the Mk1 seat frames and
Recaro seats to GTS Classics in Austin, TX to be reupholstered and
professionally upfitted. The convertible top was also replaced with
new black cloth material. Nothing was left untouched, and it has a
striking presentation that all who see it firsthand rave about! It
drives out simply wonderfully, with excellent road manners in every
single mechanical category. The build cost was staggering with no
expense spared along the way. Please call with additional questions
or to schedule a chance to review it in person.
