Description
2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5 2.0 TFSI Manual | Tornado Red | 58,550 Miles | FSH | 2 Owners
A rare opportunity to purchase a genuine low-mileage Mk5 Golf GTI finished in the iconic Tornado Red. This is an unmodified 2006 3-door manual with just 58,550 genuine miles, 2 owners from new and a full service history. Recently serviced and benefiting from a new cambelt, water pump, battery and sensors, it is mechanically strong and ready to enjoy.
Recent Maintenance
* Cambelt and water pump replaced
* Fresh service completed
* MOT until June 2026
* New battery
* New lambda (oxygen) sensor
* New oil temperature sensor
The car starts first time, drives exactly as it should and has no warning lights.
Specification
* 2.0 TFSI (200 PS)
* Classic Tornado Red
* 6-speed manual gearbox
* 58,550 genuine miles
* Full service history
* 2 owners from new
* Original GTI tartan cloth interior
* Factory GTI alloy wheels
* 2 remote keys
* HPI clear - no outstanding finance, theft or insurance write-off
The interior is in excellent condition for its age, with very little wear and a clean, original cabin.
The bodywork is straight and presents well overall. As is common on Mk5 Golfs of this age, there is some lacquer peel/clear coat failure on sections of the roof, mirror cap and upper door/window frame areas and minor corrosion beginning on the driver's front wheel arch. This is purely cosmetic and has been reflected in the asking price. Minor scrapes to both passenger's side alloy wheels. The car has been photographed honestly so prospective buyers know exactly what to expect.
Following a previous MOT, the inner sill was professionally repaired (stainless steel repair) and the vehicle subsequently passed its MOT. The repair is solid, with only a visible paint finish inside the passenger door aperture.
The Mk5 GTI is widely regarded as one of Volkswagen's best GTIs, and low-mileage, manual, unmodified examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This is an excellent opportunity to buy a mechanically strong, well-maintained example with minor cosmetic imperfections at a realistic price.
Located in Edinburgh.
Viewing and inspection are welcome. All receipts, service history and recent maintenance invoices are available. Serious enquiries only.