The 2008 Volkswagen Golf is a front-wheel-drive hatchback, diesel-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 1.9 litres and an output of 77 kW (105 hp).

The asking price is 18,500 SEK. That is 4,700 SEK (20%) below bilbil.se's estimated market price of 23,200 SEK. The estimate is based on 1,431 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 43%.

The asking price has been reduced once, by 1,500 SEK from the original 20,000 SEK. Cars of this model typically sell in about 15 days whether the seller is a dealer or a private seller. At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 14 days.

The odometer reads 258,000 km, which works out at about 14,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 30/09/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Sunroof or panoramic roof

Running the car costs an estimated:

The listing says 2 sets of tyres are included: summer and winter.

The seller is a private individual, Umeå.

The car has been for sale for 12 days since 22/09/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
258,000 km
Engine
1.9 l, Diesel
Model year
2008
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Body type
Hatchback
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Colour
Silver
Tyre sets
2 (summer and winter)
VIN number
WVWZZZ1KZ8W156642
bilbil.se ID
264397

Technical details

Power
77 kW / 105 hp
Top speed
187 km/h
Fuel consumption
5.6 l/100 km
Seats
5
Doors
5
Cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Kerb weight
1,330 kg
Max towing weight
1,400 kg
Boot space
350 l
Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,200 × 1,781 × 1,460 mm
First registration
25/01/2008
Next inspection due
30/09/2027
Type approval number
e1*2001/116*0242

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Sunroof or panoramic roof

Equipment rating

Asking price: 18,500 SEK

Below market price

Market price estimate 23,200 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 1,431 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volkswagen Golf, 2008) 23,280 SEK
  • Fuel type: Diesel +3,370 SEK
  • Front-wheel drive −240 SEK
  • Manual transmission −1,580 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,630 SEK
  • Market price estimate 23,200 SEK

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 14 days.

18,000 SEK18,500 SEK19,000 SEK19,500 SEK20,000 SEK20,500 SEK22/9/202626/9/202630/9/20265/10/2026
DatePriceChange
22/09/202620,000 SEK–
29/09/202618,500 SEK−1,500 SEK

Next inspection due by 30/09/2027

About 11 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

The due date comes from the listing, not from the inspection interval.

Sale periods

Private seller, Umeå, Västerbotten 12 days for sale
22/9/202626/9/202630/9/20265/10/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
29/09/2026Asking price 20,000 SEK → 18,500 SEK

SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
3 years
1 year 3 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 620 SEK/mo

The estimate uses a nominal interest rate of 5.80% and an account fee of 60 SEK a month. The actual rate, term and instalment are set in the loan offer.

The listing says 2 sets of tyres are included: summer and winter.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 225/35 R19
  • 225/40 R18
  • 225/45 R17
  • 205/55 R16
  • 195/65 R15
  • 235/35 R19
  • 225/30 R20
  • 205/50 R17

Wheel sizes for this model

15″
16″
17″
18″
19″
20″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volkswagen Golf cost?

Volkswagen Golf is for sale at 18,500 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is below market price (estimated market price 23,200 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 12 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 22/09/2026.

Has the price been reduced?

Yes. The asking price is 1,500 SEK below the original listing price.

Has this car been on the market before?

No earlier completed sales are on record for this car.

What model year is the car?

The car is model year 2008 and was first registered on 25/01/2008.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 258,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 30/09/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is diesel and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Sunroof or panoramic roof. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is Volkswagen Golf located?

The car is located in Västerbotten (Umeå, Västerbotten).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Umeå).

Where can I see this car's price history?

This page shows the changes to the car's asking price, its sale periods and the edits made to the listing.