I have the full Euro conversion on my MkIII GTI, and I have assisted on one
other install.  (Potter's MkIV is a whole different deal, it doesn't really
apply)  I got everything for my conversion from Mike.

Yes, blinkers are different.  You can use you existing dummys and fogs - or
get Votex Long fogs (they're cool)

The Euro lip spoiler will fit perfectly (no rigging it anymore!)- it was
made after all to fit the European bumpers.  Most every aftermarket lip
spoiler is too.

Potter has the Euro splash guards, they can be hard to find.

The lower grille inserts are specific to the Euro bumper.  Potter had them
too, last I heard.

If you haven't already figured this out:

You will need to clearance the Euro rad support around the AC lines.

The hood latch needs to be modified as the striker will no longer line up
properly with the Euro rad support.

That's all I remember.  Feel free to hit me up for any other questions you
might have.

Rob B.
98 GTI-VR6 3076cc

Hi everyone, Chris Collier here,

I have successfully updated the look of my Turbo Jetta by installing
the European front bumper. I was delayed a little because I had to
relocate the charcoal canister, and move the rec/dryer back a little
so that I would have a place for my oil cooler; the driver's side of
the car is taken up by an IC.

The installation went GREAT ! ! ! !

When beginning this transformation, I had read issues with the fitment
of the bumpers, especially when it comes to the gap between the bumper
and the front fenders; well I am here to report that mine fit EXACTLY
like the factory bumper...I am not trying to brag, and I don't want
to make light of those VeeDub members that get frustrated at the
fitment....I merely wanted to report that it IS possible.

I am running the European Core/Rebar, MKIV smoked lights and Italian
Euro Bumper. I am temporarily running modified NA blinkers until mine
come in from Europe; still awaiting my clear blinkers, lower grilles
and VR6 chin.(Don't worry Ross, I got some for you too)

I DO however have a question about the fender liner....in fact mine
is rubbing my 17's when I turn sharply.

The fender liners don't seem to fit the European Bumpers all that
well, and I wanted to know if I would benefit from installing European
Fender liners????

I would post pictures, but my FK badgeless grille is not in yet,
and the car looks WAAAAYYYY ghetto with no lip, AND no grille.

If people are interested in seeing the fender/bumper gap, I will send
them some pictures, just email me and let me know.

chris
Chris Collier

collierc@giardina-usa
www.giardina-usa.com

As an update, for those that might be wanting to undertake this
conversion...please keep this email as a reference for parts. Or better yet,
stick it into the Library....hint, hint :)

European Front Bumper Accessories:

  1.. left lower bumper grille:1H6 853 665 A01C
  2.. left/center lower piece: 1H6 853 677 B41
  3.. right lower bumper grille :1H6 853 666 01C
  4.. blinker lens:
        a. 1H0 953 049 (yellow)    -A (white)    -E (dark) (left)
        b. 1H0 953 156 (yellow)    -A (white)    -E (dark) (right)
  5.. Dummy Lens with Fog Lights Installed
        a. 1H0 941 779 (white) (left)
        b. 1H0 941 780 (white) (right)
 6.. Dummy Lens without Fog Lights Installed
        a. 1H0 941 777 (white) (left)
        b. 1H0 941 778 (white) (right)
        c. 1H0 941 777 B (dark) (left)
        d. 1H0 941 778 B (dark) (right)
 7.. VR6 lower front bumper spoiler:
        a.1H6 805 903 A (left)
        b.1H6 805 904 A (right)
  8.. front spoiler splash guards:

The pictures are NOT complete, but  they are a start.

I, as always, will keep the list informed.


Chris Collier

collierc@giardina-usa
www.giardina-usa.com

The pics are here.