The 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 74 kW (101 hp).

The asking price is 19,500 SEK. That is 5,400 SEK (38%) above bilbil.se's estimated market price of 14,100 SEK. The estimate is based on 300 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 37%.

A dealer typically sells this model in about 15 days and a private seller in about 14 days. At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

The odometer reads 185,750 km. The next inspection is due by 31/08/2027.

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Borlänge.

The car has been for sale for 18 days since 26/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
185,750 km
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Fuel
Petrol
Displacement
1,590 cm³
Model year
1998
First registration
03/08/2006
Type approval number
e1*96/79*0071
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Body type
Hatchback
Colour
Blue
Next inspection due
31/08/2027
Country of manufacture
Slovakia
Assembly plant
Volkswagen, Bratislava
bilbil.se ID
355940

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
AKL
Cylinders
4
Forced induction
Yes
Power
74 kW / 101 hp
Number of gears
5
Top speed
188 km/h

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,149 × 1,740 × 1,437 mm
Wheelbase
2,500 mm
Boot space
330 l
Kerb weight
1,240 kg
Gross weight
1,630 kg
Max towing weight
1,200 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
570 kg

Other technical details

CO2 emissions
189 g/km (NEDC)
Emission class
Euro 2
Seats
5
Doors
5

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Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

No notable equipment was identified from the listing.

Equipment rating

Asking price: 19,500 SEK

Above market price

Market price estimate 14,100 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 300 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volkswagen Golf, 1998) 14,640 SEK
  • Two sets of tyres +560 SEK
  • Front-wheel drive +310 SEK
  • Manual transmission −500 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −910 SEK
  • Market price estimate 14,100 SEK

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

No price changes during the tracked period.

Next inspection due by 31/08/2027

About 9 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.

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Sale periods

Private seller, Borlänge, Dalarna 18 days for sale
26/10/20261/11/20267/11/202613/11/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

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SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
3 years
1 year 3 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 650 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
  • 235/30 R20
  • 235/35 R19
  • 205/50 R17
  • 175/80 R14

Wheel sizes for this model

14″
15″
16″
17″
18″
19″
20″
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Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volkswagen Golf cost?

Volkswagen Golf is for sale at 19,500 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is above market price (estimated market price 14,100 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 18 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 26/10/2026.

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 1998 and was first registered on 03/08/2006.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 185,750 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/08/2027. 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 petrol and the gearbox is manual.

Where is Volkswagen Golf located?

The car is located in Dalarna (Borlänge, Dalarna).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Borlänge).

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.