Carsieve VW Golf IV Cabriolet 2.0, 115 PS, 5-speed manual, convertible (1998–2003)
- Power
- 115 PS (85 kW)
- Engine codes
- –
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1998–2003
- Running cost per month
- €430
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €3,500
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 3/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide VW Golf 4 (1997-2006): known problems and buying guide
Check the manual gearbox build date, the VR6 timing chain and the TDI timing belt before you pay. Window regulators also fail.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual gearbox rivets | 5-speed manual on 1.4, 1.6 and 1.9 SDI, built up to July 2001 | Not stated | 800 to 1,400 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| VR6 and R32 timing chain | VR6 and R32 (3.2 V6) | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Clutch on manual cars | Manual gearbox, TDI in particular | Not stated | 450 to 950 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Turbo ignition coils | 1.8T petrol, built 2001 to early 2003 | Not stated | 100 to 200 EUR for coils and leads (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Oil use and crankcase freeze | 1.4 petrol (crankcase, built up to early 2002) and 2.0 petrol (oil use) | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Window regulators | Power windows, all engines | Not stated | 120 to 220 EUR per side for the carrier (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Gearbox: check the build date. On a 1.4, 1.6 or 1.9 SDI manual car built up to July 2001, ask for proof that the gearbox has had its rivet work or a rebuild. A bad result is no proof.
- Clutch: on a manual car, ask when the clutch was last replaced. A bad result is no record on a car with high mileage.
- Windows: test every window up and down, including any automatic function. A bad result is a window that does not move, moves slowly or drops.
- Turbo coils: on a 1.8T built 2001 to early 2003, ask whether the coils were changed. Listen for rough idle. A bad result is rough idle or no coil records.
- VR6 and R32 chain: ask for proof of timing chain work on a VR6 or R32. A bad result is no record on a car with high mileage.
- Oil: on a 1.4 or 2.0 petrol, check the oil level after the test drive and ask about top-ups between services. A bad result is oil that is low between services.
- Crankcase: on a 1.4 built up to early 2002, ask whether the January 2003 heated crankcase ventilation work was done. A bad result is no record.
Running costs
| Operational | €240 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €104 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €86 |
| Total per month | €430 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €39 |
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
- 87
- 25th percentile
- €2,500
- Median price
- €3,500
- 75th percentile
- €4,890
- Median mileage
- 185,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2001
- Dealer share
- 19.5%
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Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 3 | – | – |
| 2002 | 26 | €3,500 | 181,000 km |
| 2001 | 36 | €2,990 | 185,000 km |
| 2000 | 17 | €4,195 | 181,000 km |
| 1999 | 5 | €5,900 | 195,000 km |
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 | 87 | €3,500 | €2,500 – €4,890 | 185,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 87 | €3,500 | €2,500 – €4,890 | 185,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 12 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Sportline | 115 PS | 2001–2002 | €429 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Last Edition | 115 PS | 2002–2003 | €429 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Classicline | 115 PS | 1999–2002 | €416 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Generation | 115 PS | 1999–2000 | €416 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Trendline | 115 PS | 1998–2000 | €432 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Comfortline | 115 PS | 1998–2000 | €432 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Highline | 115 PS | 1998–2000 | €432 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Colour Concept | 115 PS | 1998–2000 | €432 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Trendline | 115 PS | 2001–2002 | €429 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Comfortline | 115 PS | 2001–2002 | €429 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Highline | 115 PS | 2001–2002 | €429 |
| Golf Cabriolet 2.0 Colour Concept | 115 PS | 2001–2002 | €429 |