1990 Volkswagen Golf One Of 5000 Made 

in Mont-Royal near Montreal 

This 1990 Volkswagen Golf Rallye G60 is one of approximately 5,000 examples produced worldwide between 1989 and 1991 as a homologation model for Group A rally competition. Distinguished by its box-flared widebody panels, rectangular headlights, and Syncro all-wheel-drive system, the Rallye remains one of the most collectible Mk2 Golfs ever built. This example shows 113,000 km and has undergone a complete, no-expense-spared restoration. The car was fully disassembled, stripped to bare metal, and repainted, with extensive mechanical, cosmetic, and hardware refinishing completed throughout. The seller states the vehicle is believed to be one of only three Golf Rallyes currently in Canada, making it an exceptionally rare example on the North American market. Production & Model Background The Golf Rallye was developed by Volkswagen Motorsport to homologate the Mk2 platform for Group A rally racing. Unlike standard Golfs of the period, Rallye models were built with several unique engineering and styling elements. Factory specifications include: Production: Approximately 5,000 units worldwide Engine: Supercharged 1.8-liter G60 inline-four Output: Approximately 160 horsepower / 166 lb-ft torque Drivetrain: Syncro all-wheel drive Transmission: 5-speed manual Body: Exclusive box-flare widebody panels Lighting: Unique rectangular headlights Assembly: Built largely by Volkswagen Motorsport and Steyr-Daimler-Puch These models were significantly more expensive than a standard GTI when new and were produced in limited numbers specifically to qualify the car for rally competition. Restoration Overview This example received a comprehensive restoration from A to Z, with extensive work performed to ensure both mechanical integrity and cosmetic presentation. The car was fully stripped to bare metal and repainted, and numerous components were refinished or replaced during the process. Restoration highlights include: Complete bare-metal repaint Extensive powder coating of chassis components All hardware zinc plated throughout the vehicle Baked paint refinishing on restored parts Replacement of all bushings, bearings, and gaskets Comprehensive mechanical refresh The seller notes that virtually every component of the car has been rebuilt, restored, or refinished as part of the process. Powertrain Power comes from the original G60 supercharged 1.8-liter engine. During the restoration the engine received a complete gasket refresh and mechanical servicing. The 5-speed manual transmission has been rebuilt and fitted with a Quaife differential, providing improved traction and durability. Power is delivered to all four wheels via the Syncro all-wheel-drive system, one of the defining features of the Rallye platform. Suspension, Wheels & Exterior KW suspension system installed Custom 17-inch wheels manufactured in Bulgaria Custom carbon fiber hood Fully restored chassis components Powder-coated hardware and structural elements The Rallyes distinctive wide fenders and box-flare bodywork remain one of the most recognizable design elements of the Mk2 platform. Interior The cabin has been fully retrimmed in Alcantara, providing a modernized finish while retaining the original Rallye character. Interior features include: Full Alcantara interior retrim CAE short-throw shifter with short tower Restored interior components Highlights 1990 Volkswagen Golf Rallye G60 One of approximately 5,000 produced worldwide Believed to be one of only three examples in Canada 113,000 km Complete bare-metal restoration Original G60 supercharged engine Rebuilt transmission with Quaife differential Syncro all-wheel drive system KW suspension Custom 17" wheels Full Alcantara interior CAE shifter Extensive hardware restoration with zinc plating and powder coating