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    So the girlfriend & I finally picked up her new car last week. We haven't got around to a proper photo shoot, as the car needs a bit of work.

    It's an '87 Cabby, original paint, couple nickle sized rust spots, but very good shape considering. The top is in very good condition. No holes, looks great.

    I'm a little vague on some of the upgrades.
    - 16v GTi engine
    - Scirocco intake manifold (or maybe it was exhaust lol)
    - An engine programmer; apparently it's a good one; I've posted a picture of it
    - Corrado brakes
    - Lowered - I 'think' on Koni's
    - Magnaflow? exhaust ... Loud!
    - Konig rims


    It used to be a turbo'd car, with the battery re-located into the trunk.
    It's a fun little go-cart, that is actually easier for Jenny to drive than my 337. Much shorter, and forgiving clutch. We've putted around Mission a bit with it, but need to resolve some issues.

    Current problems:
    - The seat rails, are broken & non-existent.
    - Leaking anti-freeze
    - CD/Stereo lights up, can't get it to play sound.
    - Keys get stuck in both lock mechanisms, won't unlock. AMA guy got the keys out for it last night.

    Anyway onto the impromptu pictures. It's dirty, needs a wash/wax/clay-bar.









    Inspiration.

    Initial plans, are to get back in top shape. Then perhaps next summer, get some RS rep's. I welcome, any insight, or advice.

    Cheers
    Cam
    Last edited by cam_wmh; 08-29-2010, 11:55 AM.
    Cam


    2004 VW R32 Turbo

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    Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

    It's just like the cabby I picked up I believe that SDS kit is made by a local calgary comapny and I have heard they are rather good. If you haven't found it yet http://www.cabby-info.com It is a great site for info. Out of curioousity what did you pay for it?
    Name: Brent
    His: '04 TDI Golf Mods: None If it's smoken it ain't broken
    Family: '15 Jetta Sportwagon
    Fun car: '92 Blue Karmann Crabby Cabby Mods: Coils, front and rear swaybars, LED interior lights and some other old things.

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    • #3
      Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

      Thanks Brent. PM'd. Lets see pics of yours!
      Last edited by cam_wmh; 08-29-2010, 12:15 PM.
      Cam


      2004 VW R32 Turbo

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      • #4
        Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

        Awesome! Can't wait until I get one...Just have to sell the air ride first :(

        Turbo it again!

        Brent - did you get yours from a guy named Josh??
        Last edited by Al; 08-30-2010, 08:16 AM.
        Al
        Hitler Built My Hotrod

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        • #5
          Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

          I honestly can't remember his name but I bought it in Airdrie.
          Name: Brent
          His: '04 TDI Golf Mods: None If it's smoken it ain't broken
          Family: '15 Jetta Sportwagon
          Fun car: '92 Blue Karmann Crabby Cabby Mods: Coils, front and rear swaybars, LED interior lights and some other old things.

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          • #6
            Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

            If your inspiration is the one from the pic, then you're definitely on the right track. Enjoy modding her, she looks good!
            Patryk
            Instagram: @parkus08

            91 BMW 340is ///M-Tech II - Under construction
            08 VW .:R32
            04 Audi A4 Avant 1.8TQ

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            • #7
              Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet



              Sexy.
              Jess

              2010 Jetta TDI 6 SPD - Stock Comfortline model

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              • #8
                Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                Originally posted by luunta View Post
                old picture is old.......lol
                Patryk
                Instagram: @parkus08

                91 BMW 340is ///M-Tech II - Under construction
                08 VW .:R32
                04 Audi A4 Avant 1.8TQ

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                • #9
                  Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                  Originally posted by Euro Dub PL View Post
                  old picture is old.......lol
                  There's a difference between commonly used photos that create a theme, and posting videos from 2 months ago.
                  Jess

                  2010 Jetta TDI 6 SPD - Stock Comfortline model

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                  • #10
                    Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                    Lolz.

                    Things I want:
                    * Clipper kit. (same body kit as the cabby I posted above)
                    * BBS RS reps. (hi bob!)
                    * Cheap paint job. maacLoL?

                    Thinks I need: Will book with George.
                    *Working seats
                    *Working lock cylinders
                    *Working stereo
                    *Brake bleed
                    Cam


                    2004 VW R32 Turbo

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                    • #11
                      Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                      obviously the stereo will be priority.
                      Jess

                      2010 Jetta TDI 6 SPD - Stock Comfortline model

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                      • #12
                        Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                        oh & the rad fluid leak.


                        Stereo is a priority?

                        OBVS
                        Cam


                        2004 VW R32 Turbo

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                        • #13
                          Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                          Originally posted by cam_wmh View Post
                          Stereo is a priority?

                          OBVS
                          obvious priority is obvious.

                          i'd love to get shannon (gf) a car like this, but I don't have the technical/mechanical know how to deal with it.
                          Jess

                          2010 Jetta TDI 6 SPD - Stock Comfortline model

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                          • #14
                            Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                            Let me know what you want to do for a stereo, maybe I can build both ours at the same time.
                            Name: Brent
                            His: '04 TDI Golf Mods: None If it's smoken it ain't broken
                            Family: '15 Jetta Sportwagon
                            Fun car: '92 Blue Karmann Crabby Cabby Mods: Coils, front and rear swaybars, LED interior lights and some other old things.

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                              Re: Girlfriends new car; 87 Cabriolet

                              Originally posted by luunta
                              obvious priority is obvious.

                              i'd love to get shannon (gf) a car like this, but I don't have the technical/mechanical know how to deal with it.
                              dude, i don't have that much mechanical acumen either.
                              anyway, i see you're in vancouver, and theres many for sale there on craigslist.
                              Bam heres one:
                              http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/va...908740961.html

                              Originally posted by stonewall
                              Let me know what you want to do for a stereo, maybe I can build both ours at the same time. ^
                              im likin this idea. im thinking just a basic deck, (cd-less) with an aux or ipod input.
                              Cam


                              2004 VW R32 Turbo

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