Registration No: PN53 FBL Chassis No: WVWZZZ1JZ3D508840 MOT: August 2025Upgraded by Volkswagen specialists The Phirm, Surrey with a bespoke turbocharger installationStill retaining a very original look One of c.2,391 MkIV iterations of the R32Displaying a low mileage of some 54,518By the time Volkswagen got to the MkIV version of the Golf GTI, it had got heavier and slower. Something clearly needed to be done. Behold, the entry of the Golf R32 in the last two years of MkIV production, and undoubtedly the flagship of the Golf MkIV range. Built for just a few years from 2002 to 2004, it was loosely based on the same running gear as the Audi TT 3.2 Quattro. According to mkivr32.com, some 2,391 MkIV versions of the R32 were produced for the UK market. Rare in 2003, and even rarer to find today. The 3.2-litre V6 engine fitted to the R32, was a massively revised version of the perennial 2.8-litre V6 (née VR6) unit. The Golf is said to hit 60mph in a blink under 6.5 seconds and will only stop accelerating at 153mph. Rivals of the day included the Subaru Impreza and the original Ford Focus RS. The R32's design was more classless and more understated than them both. With subtle changes to the GTI looks, it is easy to spot an R32 from a plain GTI, it sits around 20mm lower, and then there is the addition of a body kit, with a roof spoiler and a large front bumper. Unique 18-inch multi-spoke alloys were fitted along with a bespoke exhaust. On the inside, body-hugging sports seats were fitted, ideal for when you were pressing on. Once again there was a hot Golf, ready to thrill and excite.Which brings us to this rather special MkIV Golf R32, first registered on 6th September 2003, the vendor purchased the R32 in February 2008, with some 14,000 miles on the clock. Having owned a few Volkswagens over the years, he knew the VAG specialists The Phirm, in Surrey, and set about discussions about turbocharging the R32. There was an EIP turbo-kit sourced from the USA and The Phirm made plans for a bespoke fit. A number of parts were sourced at a cost in excess of £15,000. A further substantial amount was then spent on ceramic coating with a company called Zircotec, specialists in reducing temperatures under the bonnet. The alloys are standard but diamond-cut to give them a stunning look and shod with Goodyear F1s. Large AP Racing brakes were sourced and modified to fit the R32, at a cost of some £5,000. The main request on the conversion was to make it look 'factory OEM', so, to the untrained eye, the engine looks much like any other R32. Inside, the double DIN stereo was replaced to house 3 gauges with matching trim to blend with the rest of the cockpit. The Phirm have looked after this car in our vendor's ownership. All in all, over £30,000 has been spent to get the R32 to the standard he wanted. The conversion took nearly a year to fully complete. All parts used were 'the best available' and with the timing chain replaced at c.37,000 miles, it now displays some 54,518 miles. Part of a small collection, the Golf is kept in a warm garage, only driven in sunny weather and never raced or tracked. It has covered some 35,000 miles since the modifications and serviced and MOT’d regardless of the mileage. There's a current V5, a comprehensive service history, receipts for works done, old MOTs, the bookpack and 2 keys. For more information, please contact: Baljit Atwal baljit.atwal@handh.co.uk 07943 584762
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A PAIR OF ITALIAN WHITE CERAMIC AND GLASS STORM LANTERNS MODERN 46.5cm high Together with a pair of George III brass candlesticks, 23cm high Condition Report: Lanterns- Mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per relatively age, handling, use, and cleaning- quite thick mastic/glue holding shades in bases- and base sections together Brass candlesticks- worn from us and distorted drip pans, edges and corners- Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Condition Report Disclaimer
λ RUPERT SPIRA (BRITISH, B.1960) TWO BLUE-GLAZED CERAMIC POTS 36cm high (2)Saleroom Notice: Please note that the online images differ from those in the printed catalogue Condition Report: In good condition, the wider vase has a small firing fissure to the base, in the making. The slimer vase's glaze has some random long craze lines, again in the making/firing.To clarify - the perception in the current catalogue image is off, these vases are the same height, and the glaze is a more turquoise/aqua tone depending on the light source.Please see additional images.Condition Report Disclaimer
An Art Deco ceramic clock garniture with "silver" panthers, square dial and two vasesClock is 8 1/4" high overall, garnitures are 6"hCondition:Slightly crazed, some of the silvering around the rim of the garnitures is rubbed. The backs and tails of the jaguars are also rubbed. No apparent major condition issues.
Victorian mahogany upholstered open armchair, carved crest rail, scrolled end arms, on similarly carved French cabriole legs and ceramic casters, along with a similar Victorian side chair with oval back having carved decoration, upholstered seat and back, on carved French cabriole front legs and ceramic casters.Location: GIf there is no condition report shown, please request
A collection of four various camera lenses, a Prinzgology No 49164 with camera case, Bell & Howell skylight lens and covers, Helios Auto tele converter with leather case, Prinzplex multi power lens M42 with 2-magnity lens with leather case together with a ceramic lens lip with silicone grip, and A Minolta Hi-Matic 7 leather cased camera, a Halina Paulette Electric 1967 cased camera, and a Sankyo 8cm cine camera.
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