Volkswagen R32 (2004)
Sale price: US $15,000.00 Make an Offer
| Used |
| “This vehicle has been gone through with a fine tooth comb, but there are still some things that need to be addressed. After all, this is a 15 year old car. Additionally, this car was created from two cars and has two titles. The chassis is from a 2000 Golf 1.8T five-door with a clean title. The engine, drivetrain and interior came from a 2004 R32 with a rebuilt title. This car carries the 2000 Golf Clean Title; however, both titles will be signed over to the buyer. Please see the Item Description for more details.” |
| Year: | 2004 | VIN : | 9BWGH21J7Y4034084 |
| Mileage: | 112000 | Engine: | 3.2L |
| Power Options: | Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows | Model: | R32 |
| Number of Cylinders: | 6 | Safety Features: | Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags |
| Transmission: | Manual | Drive Side: | Left-hand drive |
| Disability Equipped: | No | Interior Color: | Black |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline | For Sale By: | Private Seller |
| Exterior Color: | White | Make: | Volkswagen |
| Vehicle Title: | Clean | Drive Type: | AWD |
| Body Type: | Hatchback | Options: | 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, Sunroof |
| Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
Denver, Colorado, United States
Vehicle description
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For sale is a beautiful car that has been a labor of love for both my friend and I. We are both mechanics with a combined 25+ years of experience building, restoring and modifying everything from classic muscle cars to modern sports cars. And this project all started with a dream.
I have kids and needed a four door car, but I wanted a sporty, classic, reliable, good-looking hatch back for under $30K that would drive comfortably and handle outstandingly. Obviously the MkIV R32 was a good option, but it was only sold by VW as a two door coupe in North America. Importing one is too expensive. Comparable newer cars like the Ford Focus RS "could" become classic, but its way more than $30k. Thus spawned our passion project we dubbed the R32 "P3" or Performance Practicality Project. This took us about six months to fully build and it was generously documented. All new parts were installed in the car or made like new where possible. The engine has only 112,000 miles, runs fantastic and has no mechanical issues whatsoever. We spent way too much money on this project (we went over budget and ran out of money) and don"t expect to be paid for our labor, but we do need to sell it to fund other projects. We are hoping to at least break even in an effort to give this amazing car to a good home.
This car has been given the love, maintenance and attention that it deserves due to its classic nature, cult-like following and rarity. It drives, handles and feels better than a new Audi. We are happy to provide this car to the good home of an enthusiast that can appreciate this car for what it is.
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This is a mostly comprehensive list of what has been done to, or replaced on the car with new parts:
Paint:
Full body and engine bay paint in VW Candy White, Clear Coat, Buff and Polish Brake Calipers and brackets painted blue to match other subtle blue accents on the car (Grill emblem, Side-view mirror lettering, interior door stitching) Engine:
New Accessory Belt Tensioner and Accessory Belt New Oil service kit from ECS and service New Fuel line hose New Heater hose Blackstone Labs Oil analysis - looking good Suspension:
New KW V2 Coil-over suspension Kit New Front strut upper mount axial bearings
New OEM Front Control Arm Bushing Kit New OEM Lower front control arm ball joints - Left and Right New Front subframe New Mayle Front HD Sway bar end link - Left and Right New Rear OEM Trailing arm bushings New Rear Polyurethane Inner, Upper control arm bushings New Rear Inner, Lower control arm Heim Joints for fully adjustable lower control arms New ST 22mm Adjustable Rear Sway Bar with polyurethane bushings and hardware Brakes:
New Stoptech Cross Drilled, Slotted Rotor Kit New Hawk Pads - Front and Rear New ECS stainless steel brake lines Front and Rear Brake fluid flush and fill with Motul Dot 4 Drivetrain:
New FAG Front wheel bearings New Front CV Axles Haldex service kit and service New Polyurethane rear differential bushings full set New Polyurethane Shifter cable bushings New Manual transmission oil and service Steering:
New Polyurethane Steering Rack Bushing New OEM Power Steering high-pressure hose New Power Steering Pump New OEM Power Steering banjo bolts and washers New OEM Outer Tie Rod Ends - Left and Right New Pentosin CHF Power Steering fluid Interior:
OEM R32 interior with Konig seats - Leather with fabric inserts Custom interior door leather work with blue stitching New Window Regulator New Heater Core Wheels and Tires:
19x8 TSW Bathurst 5x100 Rims +35 Gunmetal Wheels Michelin PS4S Tires 235/35R19 Tire mount and balance New Wheel lugs and spacers Miscellaneous:
New Windshield New Remote Key fob, Key for remote fob and Programing keys to vehicle
The car still needs a few things that we can"t afford to remedy. We will consider taking care of these things if the buyer would like to pay for materials and labor or negotiate that in the sale price if need be.
Rear window gaskets need replacing Oil pan has the slightest leak - needs new gasket sealer
Radiator has the slightest leak The radio from the 2000 Golf was installed in this car, but does not work because it needs a security code from the dealer Alignment may be a little off and left front brake caliper bracket rubs on rotor, only in reverse. We suspect that the front-end accident that the R32 was in that precipitated the salvage title may have bent the left front wheel carrier. We have eliminated almost all other possibilities.
Please contact the Seller, Arthur, with any questions at 414-405-1146.