Matias' Jetta MK5 from Argentina - Build Thread

[matiasg85]

It is a VW Jetta Mk5 2011, it is called Vento in Argentina.

The day i bought it:






Vynil wraped the front grill:





Then installed a chinese 8" stereo, that i then removed since the audio quality sucked. Also installed the GTI monster mats(Since they don't sell the GLI's in Argentina) and also the GTI footrest and pedals:









TSI badge added in the front grill:



Eibach sportline installed:



Full exhaust and Downpipe in 3" from a local dealer plus a Stage 2 from a local tuner, it went up to 280hp





Got a good deal on a used CAI k&N typhoon and installed it:





The car came with the under seat cover pretty damaged, so i replaced it:



Before:



After:



Got the Iridium spark plugs, fuel filter and a second hook for the trunk:

[phaeton]

Welcome to the forums Matias

[anthony]

Beautiful looking Jetta

[matiasg85]

Thanks guys!

[vdubmotorworx]

Welcome mate...looks a very clean ride...VDUB...

[VW VR6]

Look very nice and clean Jetta. Well done.

[matiasg85]

Hi again, i just put a TSI badge on the front grill, what you guys think about it??

[anthony]

Looks great with the TSI badge

[matiasg85]

Looks great with the TSI badge

Thanks Anthony!

[matiasg85]

Last post updated!

[Creampuff]

Tidy car, have to love the Jettas

[anthony]

Isnt the Jetta called a Bora or Vento in Argentina ???

[matiasg85]

Yes, it is called Bora for the MK4 Jettas, and Vento for the Mk5 and 6. They intended to sell the mk4 and the mk5 as a different car here, in fact, a facelifted jetta mk4 is still being sold here along with the mk6. Crappy third world market policies....

[matiasg85]

Removed the vynil wrap from the roof, took out the tinted windows and vynil wraped the outer part of the tail lights:





The Eibachs did settle down, and the car is standing a little lower now:



Oem chromed Interior switchs:





Installed LEDs in the whole interior and license plates PLUS new replica wheels in 18":





Got the new wheel:



And got it installed :















Coming mods:

-> Door Warning lights(Got them already, will be installed soon)
-> GLI fron grills in silver reflex
-> DNS 610
-> Blue tinted rear side mirrors

[tigger73]

Nice work!

I don't know why they sell DSG cars without paddle shifters. Did you have to upgrade any of the other components other than the wheel to get the multi-function buttons working?