The 1983 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is a front-wheel-drive hatchback, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 1.6 litres and an output of 55 kW (75 hp).

The asking price is 40,000 SEK. That is in line with bilbil.se's estimated market price of 33,900 SEK. The estimate is based on 57 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 36%.

The asking price has been reduced once, by 3,000 SEK from the original 43,000 SEK. A dealer typically sells this model in about 15 days and a private seller in about 14 days.

The odometer reads 204,000 km, which works out at about 5,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/07/2028.

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Tomelilla.

The car has been for sale for 20 days since 24/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
204,000 km
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Fuel
Petrol
Displacement
1,576 cm³
Model year
1983
First registration
11/04/1983
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Acceleration (0–100)
13 s
Body type
Hatchback
Colour
White
Next inspection due
31/07/2028
bilbil.se ID
353566

Engine and drivetrain

Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Carburettor
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

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 4

Dimensions and weights

Width
1,665 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
930 kg
Payload
530 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Max towing weight
1,000 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
470 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
3
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

No notable equipment was identified from the listing.

Equipment rating

Asking price: 40,000 SEK

At market price

Market price estimate 33,900 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 57 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volkswagen Golf, 1983) 35,360 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,460 SEK
  • Market price estimate 33,900 SEK

39,000 SEK40,000 SEK41,000 SEK42,000 SEK43,000 SEK44,000 SEK24/10/202630/10/20266/11/202613/11/2026
DatePriceChange
24/10/202643,000 SEK–
05/11/202640,000 SEK−3,000 SEK

Next inspection due by 31/07/2028

About 20 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, Tomelilla, Skåne 20 days for sale
24/10/202630/10/20266/11/202613/11/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
05/11/2026Asking price 43,000 SEK ↓ 40,000 SEK

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SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 830 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″
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Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volkswagen Golf 1.6 cost?

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is for sale at 40,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is at market price (estimated market price 33,900 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 20 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 24/10/2026.

Has the price been reduced?

Yes. The asking price is 3,000 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 1983 and was first registered on 11/04/1983.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 204,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/07/2028. 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.

Where is Volkswagen Golf 1.6 located?

The car is located in Skåne (Tomelilla, Skåne).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Tomelilla).

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.