Golf Mk2 Diesel

raver · 09-08-2007, 06:39 PM

hello all,

I've just come across a low k mk2 golf diesel and I'm
very interested to know a thing or two about this
rare vehicle, I believe they where never officially
imported to Aus so parts might be difficult to source

I'd love to hear any feedback on the mk2 diesel and
whether it would be worth owning one.

**gldgti** · 09-08-2007, 07:50 PM

hey mate- welcome to VWWatercooled!

the vw diesel engine in the mk1 or mk2 is easy to get parts for, no matter where you live. not to mention, they are so reliable anyway. the mk2 golf is a well built, great car, and the 1.6 turbo and N/a diesel engines are well engineered younger sisters of the original 1.5l n/a diesel engine common to the mk1 golf and passat.

many engine components are shared (gaskets, seals, fuel system, exhaust/intake/pistons/gearboxes/cvj's/bearings) , but the availability of major components is ok from local parts importers (for a premium price) or direct from overseas (cheaper) (cranks/rods).

consumables (oil/fuel/air filters) are all interchangeable, and readily available.

I have sourced many parts from http://www.volkswaparts.com/

if you are thinking about buying this car, i would say do it. it is, for australia technically a rare find, but mechanically very common to all other vw's and seats in many respects.

raver · 09-08-2007, 08:57 PM

Damn

, have just been informed it's an 81' Mk1 not an 86 Mk2, is there a big difference between the 2 ie. driveability, size, etc.?

**gldgti** · 09-08-2007, 10:50 PM

the mk1 is a great car, but not as modern and comfortable. i love mk1's for their lightness and agility. a mk1 has no power steering, no a'c (mostly) and though very practical, is not really very big (though theres not really any more usable space in the later golfs until the mk4and mk5 i reckon)

they usually come with electrical issues that the later models dont have - probably the most annoying part of owning a mk1. altogether a good, reliable, fun and extremely economical little car, lots of character but not all that comfortable.