Viewed a 1999 1.8 T GTI 5 door in green today. Car was in very good condition with a full service history (not all main dealer), MOT until July 2008 and 1 month's tax. No major modifcations apart from an R-Line gearknob, Anniversary badges and 17" Santa Monica replica alloys which had been refurbished. The seller was prepared to throw in a new front splitter, new mudflaps front and rear, new V6 4 Motion rear splitter and new roof bars - all genuine VW parts.
He was asking £4000 for it but did say over the phone that he'd accept £3800. After inspection it was clear that the car needed 2 new front tyres and new front brake discs. Also, there was little life left in the rear tyres. He then said that the lowest he'd take was £3600.
I'm majorly confused. Had a look on Autotrader, Pistonheads and ebay and the 1.8 T GTI varies in price, from £3000 - £4500 for cars of the same age. How much should I pay for this bearing in mind the tyre, brake and tax situation? Your help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers.
