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Volkswagen Golf Mk1 Tuning & Performance Parts

VW Golf Mk1 performance parts are one of the more specialist ranges we carry, built for the car that started the whole GTI badge in the first place. Whether you're running an original 1.6 or 1.8 GTI, or a later engine swap, Mk1 Golf parts here are split by  GTI and  non-GTI specification rather than lumped into one generic range.

MK1 Golf Parts

The VW Golf Mk1 parts range covers suspension and handling parts like  anti-roll bars and  bushes, running through to bigger items like Big Brake Kits and  EBC's Bluestuff NDX front pads, specified for the 1.6 and 1.8 GTI.  Bodystyling and  badges cover the exterior, with  braided brake lines available alongside standard discs and pads. 

On the engine side,  Pipercams supply mechanical camshaft kits for the GTI, and  Team Heko wind deflectors are listed for the two-door Mk1 too.

What Sets Awesome GTI Apart for the Mk1

Awesome GTI stocks a dedicated  HERITAGE range built specifically around classic VWs like the Mk1, alongside specialist mechanical parts from brands such as Pipercams, whose camshaft profiles run from Fast Road through to full Race specification. 

Our own Awesome-branded parts sit alongside these specialist ranges, all chosen for a shell that's simple to work on but easy to get wrong without the right specification behind it. 

Give the team a call  and you're speaking to people who know these cars inside out, not just reading part numbers off a screen.

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Frequently asked questions

What performance parts are available for the VW Golf Mk1?

Performance parts for the Mk1 Golf cover suspension, brakes, engine internals and bodystyling. Suspension bushes and anti-roll bars cover the handling side, while Pipercams camshafts and EBC brake pads take care of engine and braking performance.

Is the VW Golf Mk1 easy to tune?

Yes, the Mk1 Golf is one of the easier classics to tune, since carburettor and early injection setups can be worked on with hand tools rather than diagnostic software. Camshaft and suspension upgrades bolt on directly, and brake upgrades are just as straightforward.

What engine swaps are popular for the Golf Mk1?

20VT conversions are among the most popular engine swaps for the Mk1 Golf, alongside 2.0-litre 16v ABF conversions. Both are well-established routes for owners looking to give the Mk1 a substantial performance upgrade, with plenty of conversion knowledge and supporting parts available.

What suspension upgrades are recommended for the Mk1 Golf?

Lowering springs and adjustable dampers form the core suspension upgrade for the Mk1 Golf, alongside uprated bushes to keep everything tight. Anti-roll bars and links are worth adding too, since they sharpen handling without changing the ride height.

Are Golf Mk1 performance parts still available new?

Yes, new Golf Mk1 performance parts are still widely available. Brakes and suspension parts are well supported, and engine components from brands like EBC and Pipercams are readily available too.