Another day.. Another mk1 golf :)

[JoshFair]

Hey guys, as some of you may no I sold my 1976 LS 4dr and yesterday bought a 1977 mk1 GLS 2dr from it's previous owner in Hobart, "Hennie".

This is a keeper



2E



It goes hard and is in great condition, but there is some work to be done!!

Watch this thread people

[JoshFair]

The specs
The specs:

1977 Golf GLS 2 door
2E engine (1997 2.0L 8v Seat Ibiza GTi engine - identical to Mk3 GTI engine)
5 Speed 020 gearbox
Golf Mk3 front disc brakes, rear disc conversion
Set of 5 rare Intra C 15x7 wheels (believed to be to only ones in Aus)
5 Continental ContiSportContact 2 Tyres (front 2 will need replacing fairly soon but the spare is brand new!)
Extractors
2" exhaust (chrome tip)
Custom surge tank setup
VL Turbo external fuel tank
Koni coilovers with King springs
Adjustable front strut brace
Adjustable tie rods
Aftermarket air filter
Iron cross headlights
Front lip spoiler
Golf Mk3 front seats
Remote central locking, immobiliser and alarm
Fire extinguisher
MOMO Evo stering wheel

[Valver.]

The specs
The specs:

1977 Golf GLS 2 door
2E engine (1997 2.0L 8v Seat Ibiza GTi engine - identical to Mk3 GTI engine)
5 Speed 020 gearbox
Golf Mk3 front disc brakes, rear disc conversion
Set of 5 rare Intra C 15x7 wheels (believed to be to only ones in Aus)
5 Continental ContiSportContact 2 Tyres (front 2 will need replacing fairly soon but the spare is brand new!)
Extractors
2" exhaust (chrome tip)
Custom surge tank setup
VL Turbo external fuel tank
Koni coilovers with King springs
Adjustable front strut brace
Adjustable tie rods
Aftermarket air filter
Iron cross headlights
Front lip spoiler
Golf Mk3 front seats
Remote central locking, immobiliser and alarm
Fire extinguisher
MOMO Evo stering wheel

A nice little car, this. Was built by a friend of mine quite some time ago (he's now into Land Rovers... must have gone insane)! The wheels are actually my old ones, originally on my light blue Mk1. There are a couple of sets in Aus - mainly on E30s, but still pretty rare and a ready fit for VW with 57.1mm centres.

Ben tried to roll the guards and split all the original 2-pack paint, which was/is a real shame. Tidy this up, and you're onto a winner, as the shell is great

[Jace]

Yeah, as rare as those wheels are, they're freakin ugly.

Neat car, most of the good bits too!

[JoshFair]

I don't mind the wheels, they are good. But I am thinking of replacing them anyways. First things first, I want to get rid of those plastic bumpers!!! Anyone wanna trade for some good condish chrome bumpers??

[Jarred]

why would you get rid of the wheels for, I reckon they're pretty alright! good specs and mean dish, just clean em up and you'll be onto a winner!

(needs powder coated satin black small bars though, imo )

[JoshFair]

Dude my thoughts EXACTLY haha we'll see how we go. If I keep the wheels I will prob paint the centers black.. We shall see

[Jarred]

yea you've got a pretty ace base, as Valver mentioned.

I'd just get into all the small jobs, and tidy everything up. Nothing like a properly sorted mk 1. All the small details really set them apart from the rest.

[JoshFair]

That's the plan I just want it to be a great little beast inside and out. Exterior mainly finished, but a bit of work to be done on the interior! Will be playing around with parcel shelves/boot styling a bit I reckon. would do a small 4 point cage if I can find one or someone willing to make it. Will make regular updates for sure!

[ryana89]

An absolute beauty! I like the wheels too
Can I make a suggestion towards the engine bay? Replace the Seat valve cover with a MK3 VW cover (just seems apropriate considering its in a VW)

I'll be watching this thread