ABV-VR6

I love that blue color, it's going to be nice mate!

I think you're making the right decision, Speedlines for winter and BBS for summer.

That carbon part is totally amazing, I'm impressed! I really like the carbon fiber look, it's a nice touch. I'm thinking of getting my alternator powder coated, was it straight forward when you pulled your apart? Keep up the amazing work! Cheers

That's going to be a nice rear end ha haa! You sourced all of that from Heritage mate? When are you planning on doing this?

I did sourced a MK4 tensioner bolt, it's the only part I have so far! So from what I can see, I have two options: -One, i get a full Febi kit -Two, I get all the bits and parts OEM VW from the dealer and combine this with IWIS chains. IWIS was the manufacturer for VW chains so it should be good? Thanks for helping as usual!

Thanks to you two! For sure I won't install anything cheap or chinese and I agree and stay away from JP Group or Topran. When buying after market parts, I stick with Mayle, Febi, IWIS, Victor Reinz... Never heard of SWAG before looking into this? That said, I've ordered parts from Meyle that were made in Germany and I bought Sachs, Febi, Hella that were made in China... Obviously I don't want to cheap out on something that important... It looks like aside from the chains and the upper slide rail, I can get everything else from the dealer. I just don't know if I should source those 3 from Febi or IWIS let's say and mix them with the VW OEM stuff or just get a full kit Febi. Is it ok to mix, should I stick with just one brand?

I got all the Polo parts of eBay brand new. Source the parts separately, I found it cheaper than buying seller's pre made kits....

Happy to help! I wanted to add something as well about the selector tower. I've heard from someone who made the conversion that it is possible to cut the tower with an hacksaw to clear the coolant hose. While this may not be the most elegant way to do it, it works and cost nothing. One could do that while waiting for a short shift kit to arrive as well if the car is a daily driver... One last thing I need to say is I've heard also that there's two shifter cable colors. Some are white ( first generation) and some are black (second generation and I think from 2001 or 2002 and up) Anyways the year is not important, the important part to remember is that apparently the black ones have a very easy way to be adjusted and the extremities are replaceable. I also heard there was a slight difference in length and the black one suits better the Corrado but don't quote me on this as I have not verify this info myself. To be sure and simplify things, just get the black ones! And if someone wants to go the route I went with all new parts, here's the list. If those parts are purchase from VW, then you have a brand new shifter box... And also, that leaves you to source only the two shifter cables (for the car side of the conversion) brief the cost of the parts vs a used box may be not so far apart depending of your source... That's what I did and I picked up the transmission side ( bracket, tower ) from the breaker. 1J0711112E - Shift Lever 1J0711699 - Bearing 1J0711067K - Bushing 1J0711067Q - Bushing 1J0711124 - Bushing 357711145C - Pressure Spring 1J0711047 - Sound Absorber 1J0711067L x2 - Bushings on transmission side 1J0711077B - Pin N 10459201 - T25 Torx Screw 1J0711565 - Cover N 90848201 x2 - T20 Torx Screws N 90815903 - x4 Locking Clip 1J0711280B x4 - Clips for cables (2 on the box and 2 on cable bracket on transmission) N 90833001 x2 - Locking Clips for Cables

I'm in the process of sourcing all the parts for the chains job. I contacted my VW dealer today to find out that half the parts needed are NLA. Originally VW (according to 7zap) used IWIS and Sachs. Now looking at eBay I see Febi, SWAG, JP group and a bunch of other AM manufacturer... What do you mates use? Any brands in the aftermarket preferred? Any kit on eBay that are worth buying? Thanks for helping out! Cheers

This is what you need from both the Polo and MK4: Polo Parts(Required for direct Corrado tunnel fitment) 6N0-711-061-A - Polo box housing 6N0-711-090-A - Ground plate 6N0-711-611-C - Selector arm (L-Bracket) 020-945-415-A - 02J to 02A reverse light switch adapter MK4 02J Parts (Any Mk4 5 Speed 02J (1.8T/VR6/2.0/1.9TDI) Shifter Box Shifter Cables 02J Cable bracket Selector tower I've heard more than a few time that the selector tower interfere with the coolant hose so I bought a short shift kit that replaces it. On mine, I purchased all new bits from VW (all still available) and not that expensive. The shifter is installed and the Polo fits on the Corrado like it was meant to be. Hope this helps! Cheers

Those rubber mats are very nice, never seem them before!

Bremen is what I wanted originally but after reading the newer reviews I'm kind of hesitant. If it was half the cost I would be down even after reading those but not at a premium cost. https://www.amazon.com/BLAUPUNKT-Bremen-SQR-46-DAB/dp/B07XVMBKW4 Also back in the days with my MK2 16V, I went all in with blaupunkt, well I got nothing but frustrations. Problems with the sub, the speakers, the radio, the amp. 16 years ago I told myself never again... Back in the days they were telling me, you have to go with their top quality or you run into problems... Yeah, it was pretty pricey already enough and I didn't like being told that. That shop were the only ones carrying it and they don't anymore... I mean Walmart is pretty much the only one who sells blaupunkt here now and that is not a compliment... And the fact it was transferred to the Chinese I think in 2015 is a "deterrent" to me as well. That said I like it a lot but with the cost and the newer reviews I'm out... I've been thinking of the original SQR45 instead which is German and green illumination but rare and old and pricey too.

So that confirms my thoughts, late spec Corrado had the newer Gamma 4 but I really like the fit of the Gamma 3, just not 100% period correct but I can live with it I think! I'll let you know what I find!

Sorry, the first lines were for Shaun! And yes the rest was for you Keyo! Well I'm glad you like it as well. I'll do some search around and keep you posted. I would not mind having that cd in but I won't pay double just for it... Cheers!

You don't like the Gamma 3 or the cd input??? Me, CD in or not, I like that it matches the dimples from the dash switches. But that's just me. Oh and Keyo, I value extremely your point of views. I don't want to win, just exchange with mates that have way more knowledge than I have. Cheers! To be honest, it's just to fill the hole and look age appreciate. I never listen to music when the best simphony comes from the VR!

Ha haa thanks! I figured it would be a background you mate's may recognize 😉. It seems like that bible is never too far from me 😁 I'm looking for an extra one of those btw! I could trade in my A/C switch panel if someone wants to attempt to make it happen 👍

Thank you for your advice, I'll concentrate my search on the 35/40/45 models instead, I appreciate your inputs. They are pretty pricey and rare to find though so we'll see how it goes! Cheers!

Thanks Keyo as usual! I've never seen them physically so it's hard to tell for sure from pictures but I thought the gamma 3 would be a better fit with the dimpled switches in the dash? I probably should follow your advice and go with the gamma 4 though... Cheers

Thanks so much to you two for helping figuring something out, you mates are fantastic! I do want an OEM look and these suggestions are all good. Ideally I would prefer with CD, that CD Gamma is absolutely perfect but the price holly! So that leaves me with the Nakamichis CD-35Z, CD-45Z, CD-400 for my top choice on a CD unit. Is there a way to tell which is red or green or you can only tell when they are plugged in? That said, I like the Gamma III and IV as well. I don't know why but I think I prefer the III to the IV but maybe for a late spec Corrado the IV is more appropriate? Any thoughts on that? The Blaupunkt Keyo has is very nice, with a green display I would go for something like that as well. I was looking at the unit from the Golf City, it's a great unit if only the button were not red with a blue screen. It's pretty much a Gamma CD but here they go for $25!!! https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/pts/d/surrey-vw-2007-golf-city-stereo/7223457750.html Cheers!

I'm looking for a stereo, you know one that's appropriate for the Corrado... I had my heart set on the new Blaupunkt Bremen SQR46 but after reading the newer reviews I don't think I will commit and it's pretty pricey too. What do you mates have in your Corrado? I think I like the style of the Nakamichi but I'm not sure which to pick, CD-400, CD-35 or? I like the style of those but I'm also hesitant as they are pretty old and still on the expensive side. I like the older Blaupunkt but not sure on models. Anyways, I'm just curious to see any recommendations you may have! Cheers!

I like it! Perfect for the MK2 mate

Thank you Keyo, you're always super helpful! I contacted both yesterday, one said no to shipping in Canada and the other seller hasn't responded yet. I'll see but my hope is not high! Cheers!

Thanks so much! Curious to find out. Cheers!

Thanks Keyo. I called about a dozen of businesses here and no one can get them anymore. No manufacturers supplies them here in Canada. I tried contacting them directly saying I could organize a group buy, like 5 to 10 but that's not enough, would need several hundreds... A friend bought a parts car and I ended up paying to get the used windscreen off as it is the only way left to have one here... Pretty sad!

I too, needed those windscreen strips so thanks to Keyo for the links. Here in Canada, nobody sells windscreens for our car anymore and I'm wondering if Pilkington's would send one or more my way? Does someone have their contact info, email address by any chance? Cheers!