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hello to all............. I am hoping to purchases a Mk.2 GTI as a weekend hobby car. I know that the general thought is that the engine is an average performer at best but I intend to just enjoy the car initially then research some mods to make the engine a bit more perky. I am looking forward to sharing thoughts and ideas with fellow forum members.
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gotta love the mk2's
best to try and find one with all the trim attached! most seem to lose a side skirt or front lip spoiler. If this is the case get one off ebay, some usa or hong kong imports can be cheap.
Aussie GTI's are pretty solid, they dont rust too bad.
Out of the box the car aint quick but its still fun to drive. I tend to look at importing all styling parts from europe or USA as i havent found anywhere here that stocks bits for mk2's
They must be the next best thing to a mk1 GTI
simple mod is to put a 2.0 8v engine in for abit more torque
Velly
'91 2.0 8v GTI
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Welcome mate, i'm a big fan of the Mk2 as well, i'll look forward to seeing another one get built up.sigpicComment
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Welcome. Another MK2 fan
They're a rare breed down here, but check the classifieds, there are a couple for sale in there.Comment
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Thanks!
Thanks for all the replies and kind words............
A couple of things I have picked up from the forum are the following.........
1. The Aussie Mk.2 has a restrictive exhaust manifold and there are other exhaust mainfolds from other VW (and SEAT?) engines that fit and would improve the breathing. Can anyone advise where a suitable manifold could be sourced and the approximate cost?
2. People talk about a 2L bottom end modification. What is this? And what are the benefits?
Many thanks!
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