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Cleaning Upholstery

Last post by alexperkins « Thu Jul 05, 2018 11:19 am
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by Sadgeek » Sat Jul 26, 2003 3:18 pm

Guys,

Any recommendations for a wet'n dry vac to get my seats and carpets cleaned?

I've got a aquavac that is just too bulky to use inside, and I'm...

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Thu Jul 05, 2018 11:19 am
New to detailing

Last post by GavinNicholson « Mon May 28, 2018 8:29 pm
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by GavinNicholson » Fri May 25, 2018 6:00 am

Hi im new to the forum and new to detailing im ok at washing a car ect but never actually done a full detail on a car so have a few questons. Who is...

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Mon May 28, 2018 8:29 pm
Do I need new bolts to change from steel to alloy?

Last post by PatrykO5 « Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm

by PatrykO5 » Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm

Hello. I'm swapping my Polo 9n stock steelies to some Ibiza FR 2004 alloys. Do I need new bolts for these? Or will the bolts used with steelies be...

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Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm
North East - Detailing

Last post by d-ash « Wed Sep 27, 2017 9:52 am
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by d-ash » Tue Dec 20, 2016 3:50 pm

Had my Polo R-Line detailed by Deluxe Detailing at Newton Aycliffe in County Durham

Not cheap, but 3 years protection and easy to maintain using DIY...

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Wed Sep 27, 2017 9:52 am
Carpet replacement

Last post by alexperkins « Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:13 am
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by littlepolo » Mon Jul 10, 2017 5:30 pm

I'm thinking to replace the carpet on another vehicle and would be pleased to hear from anyone who has done this. Is it likely to be straightforward...

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Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:13 am
Dent repair West Mildlands

Last post by littlepolo « Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am

by littlepolo » Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am

Looking for someone to fix a few dents and scratches, preferably near BHX area, or mobile.

How do these services work (e.g. paint-less dent repair)?...

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Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am
Bonnet Bolts - 2000 Polo

Last post by alexperkins « Mon Apr 17, 2017 12:58 pm
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by Zimwi » Thu Apr 13, 2017 1:28 am

Hi - trying to find the correct size tool to remove bonnet bolts which is a fine spline and not the standard torx size - can anyone tell me what size...

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Mon Apr 17, 2017 12:58 pm
Anywhere selling r222 carnauba wax

Last post by alexperkins « Sun Oct 02, 2016 1:50 pm
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by Mikeyander5on » Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:10 pm

Seems like everywhere I look this is sold out anyone know if it's discontinued or whatever

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Sun Oct 02, 2016 1:50 pm
Paint sealant / polish - detailing

Last post by Mikeyander5on « Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:12 pm
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by greypolo9n3 » Wed Nov 27, 2013 10:42 pm

What is the best stuff to use to make the water just gliiideeee off the paintwork and also give a awesome shine

I have a white 6R and last week got...

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Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:12 pm
Scratch marks

Last post by DC_BS « Sat Aug 27, 2016 8:43 pm
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by DC_BS » Sat Aug 27, 2016 5:54 pm

I had a go washing the motor yesterday, first was splashing it with buckets of clean water to loosen the grime and stuff, then mixed up some car...

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Sat Aug 27, 2016 8:43 pm
Smoothing Bumper

Last post by Mypoloisaposlow « Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:16 pm
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by JCannon » Wed Mar 18, 2015 12:51 pm

Hello,

I'm looking for any advice possible!

I've got a 6r and I'm really wanting my front bumper smoothed, can they be bought anywhere or are they...

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Last post by Mypoloisaposlow
Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:16 pm
Gti lip kit part numbers

Last post by Moltenice « Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm

by Moltenice » Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm

Does anyone have the part numbers for the 9n gti lip and skirts on the GTi?

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Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm
Sprayed side

Last post by alexperkins « Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:34 pm
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by s-gx » Sat Oct 17, 2015 10:25 am

Hi last week one of my friends filled and sprayed the side of my car due to being a massive scratch on side. Due to weather he didn't get a chance to...

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Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:34 pm
Waxing, polishing, sealing, glazes for a white car?

Last post by WRC2257 « Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:03 am
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by JayW » Thu Apr 18, 2013 1:41 am

In the past I've been use to doing the above things for a red car and making it shine and glimmer with that wet look finish. However with a white car...

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Last post by WRC2257
Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:03 am
Chrome trim for boot (where from)

Last post by ClaireBare « Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm

by ClaireBare » Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm

I fancy a chrome trim for the boot like this

Part # is 6R0071360 as far as I can tell but £60?!

Is there a cheaper alternative? I spotted a...

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Last post by ClaireBare
Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm
Styling questions?

Last post by EmmerrLouise « Wed Apr 29, 2015 11:10 pm
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by Nat110 » Wed Feb 25, 2015 10:29 pm

Hi Guys!

So I'm new here, had my polo since last October now and wanting to start modifying it, I'm just wondering where to start? At the moment I...

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Last post by EmmerrLouise
Wed Apr 29, 2015 11:10 pm
6C bumper on a 6R

Last post by FL07_HER « Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am

by FL07_HER » Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am

I have found on eBay a GT rear bumper with twin exhaust pipe slot which is taken from a 2014 Polo without specifying if its from a 6R or 6C. It...

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Last post by FL07_HER
Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am
Pressure Washers

Last post by FL07_HER « Thu Mar 26, 2015 3:15 pm
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by Mayhem » Mon Jan 26, 2015 9:47 pm

Right im planning on getting an outside tap fitted so i can get a pressure washer. Whats peoples recommendations? Everyone still using Karchers?? Got...

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Last post by FL07_HER
Thu Mar 26, 2015 3:15 pm
Body shop/paint shop in Aberdeen

Last post by Si13nthunt3r « Wed Mar 18, 2015 6:52 am
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by cooz93 » Thu Jun 20, 2013 5:14 pm

Don't suppose anyone in here knows if any good body shops in aberdeen? That aren't overly expensive! So Kinghorn is out of the question!!
Also how...

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Last post by Si13nthunt3r
Wed Mar 18, 2015 6:52 am
split rim refurb

Last post by Sharna14 « Tue Mar 10, 2015 11:34 am
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by Arinb12 » Sun Mar 08, 2015 1:05 am

Hi guys.

So I've done lots of reading recently and want to refurbish some split rims I've had sitting to go on my car for ages. I can't at all...

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Last post by Sharna14
Tue Mar 10, 2015 11:34 am
Beading?

Last post by chrispy. « Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:06 pm
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by chrispy. » Tue Nov 04, 2014 11:00 pm

Anyone got any reviews on products which creating the beading effect?

I have a Black Polo 6r, really looking into getting some proper detailing...

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Last post by chrispy.
Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:06 pm
Removing Swirl Marks Black Paint

Last post by Longman « Mon Jan 05, 2015 7:33 pm
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by Yeahhluke » Mon Jul 22, 2013 3:40 pm

Best way to do this anyone? Products used?

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Last post by Longman
Mon Jan 05, 2015 7:33 pm
What Snow Foam do you use?

Last post by Sharna14 « Tue Jul 08, 2014 9:57 am
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by AJ_7 » Tue Apr 22, 2014 2:08 pm

Hi guys,

Just trying to get some feedback on the different snow foams that are available. I have been using Autobrite MagiFoam for the last few...

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Last post by Sharna14
Tue Jul 08, 2014 9:57 am
Wheel Respray West Midlands

Last post by Lucy_9n3 « Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:36 pm
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by Lucy_9n3 » Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:40 pm

Anyone know a good place to get my Lenso BSX sprayed a custom colour around Birmingham/Shropshire? :)

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Last post by Lucy_9n3
Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:36 pm
Good dampers

Last post by Little Jonny « Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm

by Little Jonny » Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm

Any one found any good hood dampers for the 6r

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Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm
West Midlands

Last post by Lucy_9n3 « Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:37 pm
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by DeepM1989 » Wed Jul 24, 2013 2:02 am

Hi all,

Looking for a decent detailer in and around the Midlands. Ideally want to pay no more than £150 for a 2 stage polish including swirl...

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Last post by Lucy_9n3
Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:37 pm
Autobrite

Last post by AJ_7 « Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:18 pm
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by AJ_7 » Sat Jan 04, 2014 11:26 am

Hi chaps,

Just about to buy a bundle of various gear from the Autobrite website after reading awesome reviews about their products. I wondered if...

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Last post by AJ_7
Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:18 pm
Trade price autoglym!

Last post by Wilxay « Fri Mar 07, 2014 9:33 pm
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by Wilxay » Thu Jun 06, 2013 8:58 pm

All for £55!

Win :)

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Last post by Wilxay
Fri Mar 07, 2014 9:33 pm
Angel eyes Problem

Last post by kash123 « Wed Feb 19, 2014 10:30 pm
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by kash123 » Mon Feb 17, 2014 9:17 pm

Hello guys

I am having a problem with the installation of my angel eyes, i managed to get all the wiring right, but the angel eyes are only bright...

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Last post by kash123
Wed Feb 19, 2014 10:30 pm
2013 polo 6r rline

Last post by Lewism1996 « Wed Feb 05, 2014 12:36 am

by Lewism1996 » Wed Feb 05, 2014 12:36 am

Just got my first car (black 2013 5door polo 6r rline) and was wondering what to put on it, ive got things like k&n filters etc and a gti front grill...

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Last post by Lewism1996
Wed Feb 05, 2014 12:36 am
how to find paint code ?

Last post by calvwpolo « Mon Feb 03, 2014 9:31 pm
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by calvwpolo » Sun Feb 02, 2014 6:21 pm

original one is worn out and carnt be read is there anywhere on the internet of finding my paint code out thanks :)

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Last post by calvwpolo
Mon Feb 03, 2014 9:31 pm
Polo GTI 9N3 3 Stage Correction and ArtDeShine Coatings.

Last post by aarongti « Sat Jan 18, 2014 7:19 pm
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by aarongti » Sat Jun 22, 2013 10:06 pm

Few shots of my GTI after a 3 day correction detail inclusive of ArtDeShine long life coatings ArtDeSicko & ArtDeNano.
Max Protect Ultimate Glass...

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Last post by aarongti
Sat Jan 18, 2014 7:19 pm
Polo 9N Vinyl Wrap!

Last post by Jacob_evans « Mon Jan 13, 2014 7:39 pm
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by Jay1991 » Mon Jun 03, 2013 9:58 pm

For those not on the mk6 forum!

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Mon Jan 13, 2014 7:39 pm
Anyone a member of detailing world?

Last post by Wilxay « Tue Nov 19, 2013 8:55 pm

by Wilxay » Tue Nov 19, 2013 8:55 pm

I've just become a member of detailing world and I haven't recieved an email with activation details. Just wondering if anyone from uk polos could...

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Last post by Wilxay
Tue Nov 19, 2013 8:55 pm
9n and 9n3 rear wiper squeak

Last post by Joefield « Sun Nov 10, 2013 9:22 am

by Joefield » Sun Nov 10, 2013 9:22 am

I have had a 9n and a 9n3 and the back wiper has always squeaked badly

I went as far as buying a new arm and wiper blad to try and fix it but it...

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Last post by Joefield
Sun Nov 10, 2013 9:22 am
Best polish/wax/glaze for Blue Silk paint?

Last post by aarongti « Sat Nov 09, 2013 10:34 am
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by phill_11 » Wed Jun 05, 2013 5:52 pm

Best wax/polish/glaze for Blue Silk Polo GT paintwork, any recommendations or ideas from the enthusiasts out there :?:

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Last post by aarongti
Sat Nov 09, 2013 10:34 am
Paint on Flash Red 9n3....

Last post by aarongti « Sat Nov 09, 2013 9:59 am
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by Daz_18T » Tue Sep 10, 2013 6:56 pm

Anyone else get problems with Stone Chips ? I mean everywhere, mainly bonnet, but now seen a few on roof, I am considering having a clear protective...

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Last post by aarongti
Sat Nov 09, 2013 9:59 am
Vw badge

Last post by Adzpolotdi87 « Wed Sep 25, 2013 10:24 am
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by Adzpolotdi87 » Tue Sep 24, 2013 10:54 am

Does anyone know the sizes off the front and rear VW badges on the polo 9n3?
Cheers Ad

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Wed Sep 25, 2013 10:24 am
Removing Badges.

Last post by Yeahhluke « Mon Sep 02, 2013 11:42 am
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by Kish » Sun Aug 18, 2013 8:42 pm

Hi Guys,

Does anybody know how to remove the VW badge and the POLO badge on the rear of the car?

And if this is possible, will my paint come off?...

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Last post by Yeahhluke
Mon Sep 02, 2013 11:42 am
Good beginners detailing kit?

Last post by Yeahhluke « Wed Aug 14, 2013 11:42 am
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by benjamin » Mon Jul 29, 2013 4:09 pm

Hi all, just got a house with a garage :) so can now wash my car myself at home!

I have a red polo 6r and haven't got the foggiest clue what to buy...

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Wed Aug 14, 2013 11:42 am
How to make my rear lights all red

Last post by Yeahhluke « Wed Jul 31, 2013 9:30 am
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by wodder » Wed Jul 24, 2013 1:40 pm

Hiya

I have a 9n and want to make my rears all red...is it just a case of buying red tint spray? Also...would I have to do anything to the bulbs to...

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Wed Jul 31, 2013 9:30 am
Polo TSI Bezel

Last post by chrispy. « Mon Jul 29, 2013 11:48 am

by chrispy. » Mon Jul 29, 2013 11:48 am

Hi all.

I have seen the shiny black bezel in the R Line's and the Blue GT polos and wanted to do the same as this in my Polo 1.2 TSI

I currently...

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Mon Jul 29, 2013 11:48 am
Euro Look Rear Lights on 6N2

Last post by BIG RHYS « Wed Jul 24, 2013 2:02 pm
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by Ant168 » Mon Oct 15, 2012 10:59 pm

Where can I find these?? I've looked all over the net with no luck. I heard of people modifying the clear Hella's to get a similar look but can't...

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Last post by BIG RHYS
Wed Jul 24, 2013 2:02 pm
Need Advice on Bodywork!!!!

Last post by sephiroth09 « Wed Jul 17, 2013 11:52 am
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by sephiroth09 » Mon Jul 08, 2013 12:32 pm

Hi a few month back I bought a polo 9n gt for cheap that needed some work done(CAT D damage on the passenger wing as pic shows).now is time for me to...

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Wed Jul 17, 2013 11:52 am
number plate on grll

Last post by eyaaz6n2 « Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:20 am
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by eyaaz6n2 » Fri Nov 02, 2012 3:55 pm

Can anyone help. How can i put my number plate on the front lower grill without drilling holes in the plate . Dont fancy drilling because there are...

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Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:20 am
Plastidip

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by Yeahhluke » Wed Jul 10, 2013 3:31 pm

Has anyone ever used this, if so what experience di you get from it? Worth doing?

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Wed Jul 10, 2013 3:31 pm
can ya take side skirts of a polo 6n2?

Last post by shinygizmo « Tue Jun 18, 2013 1:57 pm
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by shinygizmo » Tue Jun 18, 2013 11:03 am

I have a dent in mine on the passanger side, so rather than trying fix it i thought id get a new one. anyone know if ya can remove them and if so how...

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Tue Jun 18, 2013 1:57 pm
Bodywork detailing...

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by Mr Blobby » Sat May 26, 2012 12:52 pm

Can anyone post what products they use to wash their cars, how the products are meant to be used etc...?

I was my car normally, shampoo and polish,...

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Thu Jun 06, 2013 8:50 pm
VW Polo 6n2 fog light bulbs

Last post by alexperkins « Thu May 16, 2013 9:27 pm
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by ALB-Vw » Thu May 16, 2013 6:54 pm

Hi,

I have just bought some standard front foglights for my 6N2 and want to change the bulbs to something a little brighter/ whiter but don't know...

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Thu May 16, 2013 9:27 pm
gti side skirts

Last post by 1FlyTDI! « Sat May 11, 2013 8:13 pm
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by greypolo9n3 » Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:35 pm

is the fitting the same for 3 door and 5 doors?

i have a 5 door and was looking to buy a set off a 3 door

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Sat May 11, 2013 8:13 pm

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