Carsieve VW Golf II facelift 1.8 Kat., 90 PS, 5-speed manual (1987–1991)
- Power
- 90 PS (66 kW)
- Engine codes
- –
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1987–1991
- Running cost per month
- –
- Fuel
- Petrol (91) / Petrol
- Median price
- €4,800
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 3/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide VW Golf 2 (1983-1992): known problems and buying guide
Rust is the main risk. Check the sills, wheel arches and tailgate first, then the brake hoses and suspension rubber.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rust | All cars: sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, tailgate, fuel filler neck | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Brake hoses and lines | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Suspension rubber and joints | All cars: bushes, boots, track rod ends, wheel bearings, shock absorbers | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Oil leaks | Engine and gearbox seals | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Head gasket | All engines, after high mileage | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Fuel injection running problems | Petrol cars with K-Jetronic injection | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Manual gearbox wear | Manual gearbox: second gear and shift linkage | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| G60 supercharger | G60 supercharged 1.8 petrol | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Sills and wheel arches: look under the car and inside the arches, behind the plastic liners. A bad result is bubbling paint or soft metal.
- Tailgate, windscreen frame and fuel filler neck: check each one for bubbles and rust. A bad result is rust that has broken through the metal.
- Battery tray, jacking points and front subframe: check them from underneath. A bad result is a soft spot or rust through the metal.
- Brake hoses and lines: check each hose for cracks, blisters and leaks, and the brake lines for rust. A bad result is any porous or leaking hose, or corroded lines.
- Suspension rubber and joints: check the bushes, boots, track rod ends and wheel bearings. A bad result is torn boots, worn bushes, or play in a wheel bearing.
- Oil leaks: look for oil on the engine and the gearbox. A bad result is any leak.
- Fuel injection (K-Jetronic, a mechanical fuel injection system): on a petrol car, start the engine cold and then warm, and listen to the idle. A bad result is a rough or erratic idle.
- Manual gearbox: shift through every gear, second included, and try reverse. A bad result is a gear that is hard to select, or a loose gear lever.
- G60 supercharger: ask when the supercharger was last overhauled, with a receipt. A bad result is no proof of any overhaul.
Running costs
| Operational | – |
|---|---|
| Workshop | – |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €81 |
| Total per month | – |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | – |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 79
- 25th percentile
- €3,599
- Median price
- €4,800
- 75th percentile
- €7,500
- Median mileage
- 188,866 km
- Median first registration
- 1990
- Dealer share
- 2.5%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 | – | – |
| 1991 | 33 | €4,900 | 192,000 km |
| 1990 | 23 | €6,950 | 176,473 km |
| 1989 | 11 | €4,200 | 210,000 km |
| 1988 | 10 | €4,200 | 185,123 km |
| 1987 | 1 | – | – |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 79 | €4,800 | €3,599 – €7,500 | 188,866 km |
| Oct 2026 | 79 | €4,800 | €3,599 – €7,500 | 188,866 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 46 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf 1.8 | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 CL | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GL | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GT | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GT Special | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 CL | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GL | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GT | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 GT Special | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Memphis | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Memphis | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 "10 Millionen" | 90 PS | 3 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 "10 Millionen" | 90 PS | 5 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Manhattan | 90 PS | 3 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Manhattan | 90 PS | 5 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Boston | 90 PS | 3 | 1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Boston | 90 PS | 5 | 1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Tour | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Tour | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GT | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GL | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. CL | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GT Special | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. CL | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GL | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GT | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. GT Special | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Memphis | 90 PS | 3 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Memphis | 90 PS | 5 | 1987–1988 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. "10 Millionen" | 90 PS | 3 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. "10 Millionen" | 90 PS | 5 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Manhattan | 90 PS | 3 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Manhattan | 90 PS | 5 | 1988–1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Boston | 90 PS | 3 | 1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Boston | 90 PS | 5 | 1989 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Madison | 90 PS | 3 | 1990 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Madison | 90 PS | 5 | 1990 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Moda | 90 PS | 3 | 1990 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Moda | 90 PS | 5 | 1990 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Fire and Ice | 90 PS | 3 | 1990–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Fire and Ice | 90 PS | 5 | 1990–1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Pasadena | 90 PS | 3 | 1991 | – |
| Golf 1.8 Kat. Pasadena | 90 PS | 5 | 1991 | – |