Volkswagen Golf 4 R32 (2002)

For sale is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf 4 R32 in metallic black with black leather interior.

Highlights:

• Collector's item: A Golf 4 R32 in such original and well-maintained condition is an absolute rarity today
• Very low mileage: only 33,303 km, fully traceable through a complete service history
• Only 2 previous owners – the first owner was a police officer, the current owner is a collector and enthusiast who takes meticulous care of all his vehicles
• €9,000 documented investment since 2016
• Zinram exhaust system and track plates registered (original exhaust system available) – otherwise completely original condition
• No repainting (only the trunk well was repainted due to a small rust spot)
• Air conditioning compressor has been replaced - the air conditioning and all other equipment are in perfect working order
• Headliner has been replaced (typical weak point on the Golf 4)
• Cavity sealed
• The car has been running on Addinol 5W40 since 2016 (no long-life oil)
• TÜV renewed in August 2025

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 2002
• First registration: Germany, 2002
• Location: 91604 Flachslanden, Germany
• Number of previous owners: 2
• Accident-free
• Registered
• TÜV until 08/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The VW Golf 4 R32 is considered an icon among compact sports cars. With its 3.2-litre VR6 engine and standard all-wheel drive, it set new standards in the early 2000s. The R32 was the top model in the Golf IV series and impresses with its sovereignty, everyday practicality, and sporty performance. With only around 12,000 units produced, it is now a sought-after youngtimer with great potential as a collector's vehicle.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Black metallic
• Interior: Black leather interior – very good condition, only a few minor signs of wear
• Repainting: The trunk well has been repainted due to minimal rust spots. Otherwise, original condition without repainting

Engine and transmission:

• 3.2-litre VR6 engine with 241 hp
• Manual transmission
• Replacement engine: No
• Last service: June 2024 (annual oil change with Addinol 5w40 since 2016 – the owner recommends having a new service done this year)

Mileage:

• Mileage: 33,303 km
• Fully traceable - complete service history

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• Complete VW service history
• All proof and receipts for services and investments available

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: front from 2024 (very good tread), rear from 2016 (should be replaced soon)
• Brakes: approx. 70-80%, approx. 10,000 kilometers mileage
• Body: Good condition with few minor signs of wear
• Underbody: cavity sealed, rust-free

Please view the photo gallery for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

• MFA display needs to be resoldered (display fades in heat)
• Minimal bird droppings on the hood (has not been repaired as the original paintwork was more important)

Please view the photo gallery for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

A real rarity is for sale: an extremely well-maintained VW Golf 4 R32 in black metallic with only 33,303 km on the odometer. The vehicle impresses with its very original condition, complete service history, and numerous investments in maintenance and value retention. The car is only in its second ownership, the current owner is a collector and takes meticulous care of his vehicles. With around €9,000 in documented investments, its powerful VR6 engine, the coveted manual transmission and complete documentation, this R32 represents an excellent and very rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts.