Carsieve VW Golf III Variant 1.8, 75 PS, 5-speed manual (1993–1999)
- Power
- 75 PS (55 kW)
- Engine codes
- –
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1993–1999
- Running cost per month
- €411
- Fuel
- Petrol (91)
- Median price
- €2,200
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 3/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide VW Golf 3 (1991-1999): known problems and buying guide
Rust is the main risk. Check the timing belt record, the VR6 chain and the sills and tailgate before you pay.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rust | All cars: tailgate, sills, A-pillars, wheel arches | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Timing belt | All engines except the VR6 | Not stated | 350 to 450 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| VR6 timing chain | VR6 2.8 and 2.9 petrol | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Brake hoses | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Power windows | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Shift linkage | Manual gearbox | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Timing belt: ask for a record that the belt, tensioner roller and water pump were changed by 90,000 km. A bad result is no record, or a car past 90,000 km with the original belt. The job costs 350 to 450 EUR (Germany, year not stated). The VR6 has a chain instead, so skip this item there.
- Rust: look at the tailgate, the lower A-pillars, the sills and the front wheel arches. A bad result is bubbling paint or soft metal.
- VR6 chain: on a VR6, listen for a rattle from the engine and ask for a record of chain work. A bad result is a rattle, or no record.
- Brake hoses: check each hose for cracks, swelling and leaks. A bad result is any porous or leaking hose.
- Power windows: test each window up and down, and the sunroof. A bad result is a window or sunroof that stops, slows or fails.
- Shift linkage: on a manual car, shift through every gear, including reverse. A bad result is gears that are hard to select or a loose gear lever.
Running costs
| Operational | €237 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €83 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €91 |
| Total per month | €411 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €42 |
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
- 104
- 25th percentile
- €1,400
- Median price
- €2,200
- 75th percentile
- €3,490
- Median mileage
- 145,528 km
- Median first registration
- 1996
- Dealer share
- 6.7%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1 | – | – |
| 1998 | 2 | – | – |
| 1997 | 23 | €1,800 | 166,000 km |
| 1996 | 28 | €2,350 | 145,035 km |
| 1995 | 13 | €3,900 | 96,925 km |
| 1994 | 11 | €2,499 | 134,000 km |
| 1993 | 9 | €1,400 | 166,000 km |
| 1992 | 14 | €2,200 | 120,500 km |
| 1991 | 3 | – | – |
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 | 104 | €2,200 | €1,400 – €3,490 | 145,528 km |
| Oct 2026 | 104 | €2,200 | €1,400 – €3,490 | 145,528 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 16 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golf Variant 1.8 GL | 75 PS | 1993–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 CL Europe | 75 PS | 1994–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 GL Europe | 75 PS | 1994–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Europe | 75 PS | 1996 | €411 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Pink Floyd | 75 PS | 1994–1995 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Rolling Stones Collection | 75 PS | 1995–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 CL Extra | 75 PS | 1995–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Movie | 75 PS | 1995–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Bon Jovi | 75 PS | 1996 | €411 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Bon Jovi Klima | 75 PS | 1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 CL | 75 PS | 1993–1996 | – |
| Golf Variant 1.8 | 75 PS | 1996–1999 | €421 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Trendline | 75 PS | 1996–1999 | €421 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Comfortline | 75 PS | 1996–1999 | €421 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Family | 75 PS | 1996–1999 | €421 |
| Golf Variant 1.8 Joker | 75 PS | 1996–1999 | €421 |