twopointslow

[kujiwara]

Re: twopointslow

Nice to see another vw owner going car crazy. If you ever need help with anything if be more than happy to lend a hand. 2.0s are a blast. My mk3 was a 2.0 and I learned so much with it. Good on gas, peppy and parts are cheap!
Coils should only run you like $400.
Also, I would recommend a pod filter/cold air for your next mod. Doesn't do anything for power really, but makes it sound waaaayyy better. $40 at Auto Value for one of the ones they have there.
Make sure not to buy a k&n. The oil will coat your MAF sensor and ruin it and that's a $200+ sensor. I only run dry filters.

Second hand nos kit should be around 400 dolla too!

[hooddub]

Re: twopointslow

Nice to see another vw owner going car crazy. If you ever need help with anything if be more than happy to lend a hand. 2.0s are a blast. My mk3 was a 2.0 and I learned so much with it. Good on gas, peppy and parts are cheap!
Coils should only run you like $400.
Also, I would recommend a pod filter/cold air for your next mod. Doesn't do anything for power really, but makes it sound waaaayyy better. $40 at Auto Value for one of the ones they have there.
Make sure not to buy a k&n. The oil will coat your MAF sensor and ruin it and that's a $200+ sensor. I only run dry filters.

[DaCoupe]

Re: twopointslow

My 2.0L is still going strong also with 340km on it. If you take care of it you will be very happy with it.

[VwSweetHeart]

Re: twopointslow

Welcome to the 2.0 Club!!

I also had a black 4 door 2.0 auto golf for about 7 years. Was a great car and as long as you do the required maintenance, that car will never die. I sold mine last year with 236,xxxkm and shes still running strong today. Enjoy it!

[Ur0Drivr]

Re: twopointslow

Good choice as a first car!

[Danaldson]

Re: twopointslow

My first car was also a mk4 2.0. It's the perfect first car and student car. Thumbs up.

[Drewlikecrazy]

Re: twopointslow

took it to george at tunedub the first week i owned it and had it checked out and fixed. all is well!

[MechEngg]

Re: twopointslow

Looks like a great first car to pick up. I went through the exact same car buying process when I bought my first VW, checked with the Mazdas and Hondas etc. I'm glad i got the VW and I'm sure you will feel the same way right now too.
Just as a suggestion for a first time car owner I would recommend making sure the maintenance such as timing belt and water pump are up to snuff before jumping on too many modifications. This will also give you time to save up your money a bit and plan the mods for your car instead of jumping on a few cheap random pieces that don't fit together as a theme very well.
Excited to see you coming out to the meets and hopefully we can help you out along the way if you hit any rough patches or need some help wrenching

[Lance]

Re: twopointslow

2.0

[Drewlikecrazy]

well, I haven't really introduced myself very much, I just kind of showed up. But I figured I would take the time now to introduce myself, and what I drive and whatnot. Buckle up kids, this is gonna be a long one! My name is Drew, im 17 years old, and I drive a 2003 Volkswagen golf CL. The golf is my very first car.

Heres how it looked the first day I brought it home:


I bought the car for $4600, with 146,000 kilometers on it. Automatic transmission because no one ever taught me stick. winter and summer tires included. At the time of purchasing, I really just wanted a car to drive. I was pretty much desperate for a car. After looking at numerous cars (mostly mazdas) I stumbled upon the golf. Sure it doesn't have automatic locks and windows, and the small 2.0l engine only produces 115 horsepower. But the way i look at it is, is that its my first car, and im going to have a hell of a time fixing it, modding it, and overall, enjoying it. Looking back, I probably should've held off and bought something with a little more pep and features, but as mentioned before, all i wanted to do was drive. im sure some of you felt the same way when you got your first car/license

Washed up:


After owning the car for a few weeks, i realized some of the problems with the golf. most of which has been fixed now. for starters, the car had been in an accident from previous owners. from looking at the car proof, I dont think it was too serious considering its still active status instead of rebuilt. the accident resulted in some new panels, which I dont think fit the car properly. second, the windshield washer sprayers in the front were broken. besides those minor issues, there wasnt much else wrong. just the typical scratches expected with an 11 year old used car. once I fixed the problems, the modding began!

Most of my mods that I plan on doing wont be under the hood. there isnt much point trying to soup up a 2.0. that being said, I began with some angel eye headlights. I think they're a really nice look


a badgeless grill (which im not really digging anymore due to how cheap it is) was my second purchase


And the last few mods (that some people may or may not agree with) are some stickers. I mostly have them because i think they're pretty funny, and kind of represent my personality. its pretty funny seeing peoples reactions to some of them.


150,000 kms


and the last thing ive done (as of 20/05/2014) stickerbomb mirrors. not too sure if its gonna stay or not


I plan on getting some bigger and better rims, as well as some coil overs. also have some other stuff planned thats a secret! I hope all of you will continue to follow my journey with my first car. Chances are, you have or will see me at meets. I LOVE THEM!!!! anyways, thats it for tonight.