So, as the title states I’m looking into picking up an old MK2 Jetta Diesel. I don’t know much about these MK2s or the old diesels in general, but I am doing what I can as far as research on them.
I wanted to get thisand possibly do a newer TDI engine swap in it after I gave the original eco motor a few runs.
Now this car is apparently local and seeing as this is a local forum, does anyone know anything about this particular one?
Questions:
Is this a good price for the car (assuming there is no/minimal rust)?
Are the “modifications” and parts included actually worth anything toward the price of the car?
What should I look for as far as typical places the body of car rots/rusts?
What conditions warrant a “OK, this thing is a roach, I’m out” response?
Do they have typical spots of damage/rust on/near the frame/subframe/mounting points on chassis to watch out for?
What parts of a MK3 will work on these MK2 cars? (subframe, fuel tank, seats, dash, linkage, suspension, etc…)
That particular car had a serious rear end collision…buckled the rear quarters badly. I know the previous two owners of the car…it used to run well and had no typical mk2 rust. That information should have been disclosed in his listing. If you have an interest in the car I can easily get you in contact with previous owner.
I know a lot of body work was done to repair the damage…but it’s still very visible.
From my experience…the 1.6t diesels are beyond gutless. They are essentially bullet proof though and will run and run and run.
A 1.9 TDI swap in a mk2 is a GREAT swap. The wiring can be a bit hairy…but totally worth it. I think TDILogik has some experience with this swap.
Personally, with the work required…I would buy a shell in better condition and do the swap from the beginning. My hardest VW project ever was when I took over someone else’s unfinished job.
Ugh, wow, yeah that would be something very usefuly for the listing… that was going to be one of the Q’s when i went to look at it, but damn. Bummer that the damage was so severe. Thanks for letting me know though. I figured that someone on here would know the car! I’ll most likely look for another shell/MK2 that wasn’t F’ed up.
Yeah, the 1.6 has some low numbers! I’m hoping that I can get the 1.9 TDI in to one of these at some point. It sounds like a great combination.
There were pictures of the damage on ROFLwagens at one point. I’m sure with some time those pictures could be found. It was HERENDOUS.
I’m all for saving pre '93 VW’s…but that car was beyond totaled and it annoys me that another local car enthusiast would attempt to pass this car off as “good condition” with no mention of a known accident.
EDIT: Friend came through with this…
Trunk doesn’t seal. Constantly moist and moldy. Still creases in quarters. Mismatched paint, painted over large chips, still has waves in c pillar. Drives fine.
I think some MK3/MK4 TDI action in one of these little guys will be an awesome and beneficial project. I’d imagine I can find a clean shell or and 8v somewhere for less than 1k.
