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2012 Volkswagen Golf R One Owner Awd Sporty Red Hard To Find Fun 6spd Wow 6 Spee on 2040-cars

US $28,589.00
Year:2012 Mileage:9692 Color: Red /
 Black
Location:

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
Advertising:
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I4 2L
For Sale By:Dealer
Transmission:Manual
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: WVWPF7AJ9CW296750
Year: 2012
Make: Volkswagen
Warranty: No
Model: Golf R
Mileage: 9,692
Doors: 4
Sub Model: One Owner AWD Sporty Red Hard to Find FUN 6spd WOW
Transmission Speeds: 6
Exterior Color: Red
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Black
Drivetrain: AWD

PLEASE CALL SHEEHAN BUICK GMC PRE-OWNED NOW AT 754-224-3272
ONLY 9K MILES - WELL MAINTAINED FUN 2.0 LITER 4 CYLINDER 6 SPEED MANUAL - 4 DOOR HATCHBACK 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R - 5 PASSENGER - SUNROOF - POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS & MIRRORS - A/C- STEREO CD - MORE!
2012 Volkswagen Golf R One Owner AWD Sporty Red Hard to Find FUN 6spd WOW 4-Door Hatchback
Exterior Color:     Red Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:240075A
Mileage:Only 9,692! Engine:I4 2L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:6 Speed Manual Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:WVWPF7AJ9CW296750 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description

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Call Kelly Shirley About This Great Vehicle at 954-607-0260!

ONLY 9K MILES - WELL MAINTAINED FUN 2.0 LITER 4 CYLINDER 6 SPEED MANUAL - 4 DOOR HATCHBACK 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R - 5 PASSENGER - SUNROOF - POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS & MIRRORS - A/C- STEREO CD - MORE!

This great little car has been very well maintained and runs like a champ! It's nicely packaged with creature comforts and has an automatic transmission. Other features include cruise control, intermittent windshield wipers, matching floor mats, cargo net, a rear cargo cover for added security and so much more!

This Golf is a Florida driven, Florida maintained vehicle and has never been exposed to the harsh winters, roads, mountains, or overall harsh conditions of up north driving.

Vehicle Overview

Volkswagen introduced this high-performance version of its compact hatchback for 2012. The Golf R gets a 256-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission. All-wheel drive is standard, and the five-seat Golf R competes with the Subaru Impreza WRX STI and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

Exterior
Abandoning Volkswagen's once-ubiquitous plunging grille, this Golf R's bumper separates the grille and large air dam. Additional badges and a redesigned rear with twin exhaust pipes set this Golf R apart from the regular Golf. Exterior features include:

  • Standard 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Standard bi-xenon headlights
  • Standard rear spoiler


Interior
This Golf R seats five whether you get a two- or four-door version. To distinguish it, this Golf R has aluminum pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and aluminum trim on the dashboard. Interior features include:

  • Standard automatic dual-zone climate control
  • iPod and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Power sunroof


Under the Hood
This Golf R is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Mechanical features include:

  • 256 hp and 243 pounds-feet of torque
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • All-wheel drive


Safety
Safety features include:

  • Antilock brakes
  • Electronic stability system
  • Traction control
  • Front-seat side-impact airbags
  • Side curtain airbags


If you have any questions please call us anytime. We are available 24 hours a day 7 Days a week. Please visit our Website where you can view 50+ Pictures of this vehicle, a complete description including standard features and all added options & a FREE CARFAX REPORT at:

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We'll even pick you up at the airport! (Fort Lauderdale International)

 
We reserve the right to end this auction at any time due to a local sale. 

 
You must contact us within 48 hours of any accepted deal. If we do not hear from you 
within that time, the deal will be null and void and the vehicle will be available for sale.
 
There is a vehicle documentary fee of $598 not included in the sale price. 

Call Kelly Shirley Now!
1-800-614-8959

(U.S.A. - Canada - Caribbean)
(24 Hours A Day - 7 Days A Week)

001-954-607-0260
(For International Customers)

or email Kelly Shirley at: kellys@sheehanautoplex.com


                     
        

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Contact Information
Name: Kelly Shirley Main Phone: (800) 614-8959 Alt. Phone: (954) 607-0260 Email: kellys@sheehanautoplex.com
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Black Grille Color
  • Black Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 15.6 Steering Ratio
  • 3.0 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Leatherette Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Leather Parking Brake Trim
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Two 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Electric Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Strut Front Suspension
  • 13.6 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.18 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Telescopic Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • 12.2 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.8 Rear Brake Width
  • Solid Disc Rear Brakes
  • Sport Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Hands-Free Communication System
  • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • 8 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • 300 Watts
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Headlight Cleaners
  • Hid Headlights
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Adaptive Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Rear Wiper
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Theft-Deterrent System Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Door Unlock Impact Sensor
  • Fuel Cut-Off Impact Sensor
  • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
Seating:
  • Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
  • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
  • Sport Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated
  • Height Adjustable
  • Recline Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Warning Sensor
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather Upholstery
Vehicle Condition & History
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Dealership Information
Sheehan PreOwned Cars
Phone:(954) 943-2200
Email:sales@sheehanpreowned.com
Business Hours:
Monday:9-9
Tuesday:9-9
Wednesday:9-9
Thursday:9-9
Friday:9-6
Saturday:9-6
Sunday:11-5
Location:
2861 North Federal Highway
Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
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