All window glass, including windshield, information is now in one complete document. |
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All 1979- Removing the bumpers Disconnect the front turn signal wires from their harness connectors. Remove the 4 bolts holding the bumper brackets to the frame, two bolts per left and right side (rear bolts are accessed inside the trunk; front bolts are accessed from under the car - There are two types of Euro bumpers: small metal bumpers (a smaller, lighter version of the USA bumpers) and plastic- Note 1: You cannot use the USA bumper bolts. You will need to purchase M8x1.25x25 hex bolts as well as matching washers (best to use one larger washer with one smaller washer). Note 2: Euro bumpers use bulb #1156. Be aware that most stock light housings that come with the bumpers are not dual- Mk2 bumpers can be installed on your Cabriolet, but it will take some modifying to make them fit properly. Additionally, there are two bumper styles used on the Mk2 Golfs: "small" bumpers and "big" bumpers; click here for more details. |
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Clipper kit "Clipper kit" is the phrase used to describe the factory body kit installed on 1988- Can the Clipper kit be installed on 1979-
Can the aluminum/chrome bumpers from the 1980- Aftermarket body kits Various aftermarket body kits & accessories were/are available for Cabriolets. |
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Erebuni (kit #236) Kamei (X1 kit) |
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1979- The grille on these cars is called a single- |
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There is also what is known as the Hella grille insert which is the same as a '79- |
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1988- The grille on these cars is called a dual- The inner lights, in stock form, are wired into the hi- NOTE: Grilles for A2 chassis Volkswagens (1985- |
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To replace the chrome grille trim on a single- |
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Badgeless Grilles Aftermarket badgeless grilles (including all- |
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Most commonly used is a "duckbill" spoiler and there are 2 types: the smaller, 1- Part Numbers: Small duckbill spoiler: 171805903 Mounting clips: 171853695A Large 2- M5x18 bolt: N0141324 5.3x15x1.6 washer: N0116653 Spacer: 531805917 B5x11x0.5 spring washer: N0122253 M5 hex nut: N01100517 Grille/hood Spoilers Kamei (#KM44047, single- Kamei (#KM44048, dual- A heckblende is a filler panel for the trunk lid. Most, if not all, are made for the hatchbacks, but can be adapted to fit the convertibles. Some light up, others do not. Available with various inscriptions (Rabbit, Golf, etc.) and in smoked form. |
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Side- Looking for clear or smoked to make the side of your car less hideous? Head to eBay and search for Mercedes G- (Click thumbnails to enlarge) Part numbers for side- Plastic nut: N- Screw: N- Bulb, incandescent: 37R (3893) Bulb, LED: BA9s- To remove/install the side- |
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When searching German eBay, use the following search words: Golf I leuchten Golf I Rückleuchten Golf I lampen Be sure the seller is willing to ship to North America before bidding! |
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LED Optik |
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Installing the square Rabbit/GTI headlights on your Cabriolet requires more work than simply swapping the headlights. You'll need the fenders and bumper from said Rabbit along with the grille components, lamps and the corresponding radiator support. You can also install the square headlight grille from a '79/'80 Rabbit, but it too is not a straight swap: the radiator support/front valance will have to be altered (the grille is slightly taller), or the matching support will have to be swapped in. Click here for examples. |
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OEM side trim is not available new. You will need to source it used from online sources (like eBay) or your local junkyards. Removing & Installing Side Trim
Installation of the trim is reverse of removal, with the larger edge being on the bottom. |
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Installing Side Trim Clips |
Where to Buy Side Trim Clips |
Where to Buy Rocker Panel Clips |
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1980: #155- 1981+: #155- ▪ NAPA Auto Parts (Part #6651396)* 36 clips total on the car |
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A) The NAPA clips are slightly different from the OEM clips and will require more force to install the trim/molding. B) If you use a tool to punch out the center posts to remove the old clips, be sure the windows are rolled all the way up or you may break the glass. Clip #113- |
A roof rack, made by Votex (seen at right), was available for purchase through your local Volkswagen dealer; however, it is no longer available new. You can try searching for one of these racks on UK eBay or German eBay (search for Golf cabrio gepäcktrager). You can also search other online sources in the USA, but the rack is extremely rare States- Thule also made an aftermarket rack that simply clamps to the car, unlike the Votex model that requires drilling into the A- |
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Where to buy them: Salvage yards, on- Collector's Edition badges are no longer available. Etienne Aigner decals are no longer available in North America; however, the decals (along with Classicline badges and Sportline decals) are now available for purchase from Volkswagen's (German) Classic Parts web site, or you can contact me for a print- |
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Click here for a list of part numbers and price list. Those listed as "NLA" are no longer available new. If new seals cannot be found, you will have to source used ones. Where to buy seals, new: Vintage Rubber and other online OEM parts suppliers, in addition to your local VW dealer. For convertible top seal information, please go to the Convertible Top page. |
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How to mount the front license plate on 1980- |
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Karmann Coachworks added structural reinforcements to the Cabriolet during the manufacturing process, which can be seen in the images below.
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