The 1986 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is a front-wheel-drive hatchback, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an output of 55 kW (75 hp).

The asking price is 29,000 SEK. That is in line with bilbil.se's estimated market price of 25,700 SEK. The estimate is based on 71 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 37%.

The asking price has been reduced once, by 5,000 SEK from the original 34,000 SEK. A dealer typically sells this model in about 15 days and a private seller in about 14 days.

The odometer reads 156,000 km, which works out at about 4,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/10/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Norrköping.

The car has been for sale for 15 days since 13/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
156,000 km
Engine
1.6 l, Petrol
Model year
1986
First registration
02/07/1986
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Body type
Hatchback
Colour
Red
Next inspection due
31/10/2027
bilbil.se ID
322970

Engine and drivetrain

Displacement
1,595 cm³
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Carburettor
Forced induction
No
Camshaft drive
Timing belt
Fuel grade
Petrol 91
Power
55 kW / 75 hp
Engine speed at peak power
5,000 rpm
Torque
125 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
2,500 rpm
Acceleration (0–100)
13 s
Top speed
167 km/h

Consumption and emissions

ECE, city
8.7 l/100 km
ECE, 90 km/h
5.3–5.8 l/100 km
ECE, 120 km/h
7.1–7.8 l/100 km
ECE, combined
7.0–7.4 l/100 km
Fuel tank
55 l
CO2 emissions
166 g/km (NEDC)
Emission class
Euro 1

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
3,985 × 1,670 × 1,415 mm
Wheelbase
2,475 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m
Boot space
345 l
Boot space, seats folded
1,145 l
Kerb weight
1,020 kg
Payload
510–530 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Max towing weight
1,000 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
470 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
3–5
Size class
Small family cars
Front suspension
Coil springs
Rear suspension
Coil springs
Front brakes
Disc brakes
Rear brakes
Drum brakes

The information on this page is compiled by Bilbil from dozens of public and non-public sources from Sweden and elsewhere in Europe. Check the details stated by the seller in the original listing.

Generation
II (19E)
Produced
1983–1987
Sub-model
19E

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 29,000 SEK

At market price

Market price estimate 25,700 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 71 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volkswagen Golf, 1986) 26,960 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,260 SEK
  • Market price estimate 25,700 SEK

28,000 SEK30,000 SEK32,000 SEK34,000 SEK36,000 SEK13/10/202618/10/202623/10/202628/10/2026
DatePriceChange
13/10/202634,000 SEK–
27/10/202629,000 SEK−5,000 SEK

Next inspection due by 31/10/2027

About 12 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van that is 30 years or older is inspected no later than 24 months after the previous inspection.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

Sale periods

Private seller, Norrköping, Östergötland 15 days for sale
13/10/202618/10/202623/10/202628/10/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
27/10/2026Asking price 34,000 SEK → 29,000 SEK

SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 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.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 225/40 R18
  • 225/45 R17
  • 205/55 R16
  • 195/65 R15
  • 225/35 R19
  • 205/50 R17
  • 205/60 R15
  • 175/80 R14

Wheel sizes for this model

14″
15″
16″
17″
18″
19″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volkswagen Golf 1.6 cost?

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is for sale at 29,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is at market price (estimated market price 25,700 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 15 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 13/10/2026.

Has the price been reduced?

Yes. The asking price is 5,000 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 1986 and was first registered on 02/07/1986.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 156,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/10/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van that is 30 years or older is inspected no later than 24 months after the previous inspection.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is petrol and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Tow bar. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is Volkswagen Golf 1.6 located?

The car is located in Östergötland (Norrköping, Östergötland).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Norrköping).

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.