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Hi, I recently passed my test and was given a 1996 (p-reg) polo. I have made a few basic mods, but I am just wondering if other things from the 6n2 are interchangeable with the 6n1 ie gearbox/clutch/interior/etc if you could help or point me to any threads, I would appreciate it. Oh I forgot to mention the gearbox just went on it and wonder if I can use one from a 6n2 - I may just buy a 6n2 donor car and use gearbox, clutch and interior if poss so any help would be welcomed. Thanks

6N and 6N2 engines have some silimarities but for the most part they are very different. Gearbox ratios aren’t the same and the 6N2 has a lot more engine management

A lot of the parts are interchangeable though. Seats can be swapped, steering wheel, even the entire dashboard and doorcards if you are feeling brave

It would certainly be cool if the engine was interchangeable too. They do have to sell new cars though. haha

I know this is an old topic but I've just done a complete 6N2 upgrade on my 6N. So maybe someone will have some use for my reply. Do keep in mind that I've gone from a 1.4 60hp AEX to a 1.4 16v 75hp AHW...not all may apply to your particular application.

I've swapped:

- Engine and gearbox - straight fit.
- Axles - straight fit.
- Subframe - straight fit.
- Steering rack - straight fit.
- Gearbox mechanism - won't fit (unless you use 6N2 subframe).
- Exhaust - Only the middle and back box will fit (unless you use 6N2 subframe and engine).
- All wiring looms - some fitting required and majority of the connectors aren't the same.
- Dashboard - brackets on the side are higher than 6N. You'll need the 6N2 fuse box bracket as well.
- Heater unit - straight fit. (you'd have to use the 6N2 dash).
- Handbrake - straight fit.
- Floor carpet - straight fit.
- Seats and rear bench - straight fit.
- Safety belts - straight fit.
- Door cards - Lower handgrip screw won't fit and you'll need the 6N2 window strips, tweeter (first you'd have to remove a 6N bracket on the inside corner of the A-pillar). My car was a 3 door, the rear cards need to have a black plastic bracket removed at the bottom because the 6N one sits lower.
- Window mechanism - straight fit. If you are going for electric windows the connectors aren't the same.
- Windows - straight fit (for a 3 door).
- Ecu - straight fit.
- Interior filter - straight fit.
- Windscreen wiper mechanism - straight fit.
- Rear wiper mechanism - won't fit.
- Door locks - straight fit.
- Door handles - straight fit.
- Door seals/rubbers - need to be shortened, are a bit too long. They are a bit thinner as well, so be prepared for wind noise at higher speeds.
- Roof trim - straight fit but 6N2 trim on 6N will leave a small gap at the front of the car which might lead to leaking if not sorted.

I have a feeling I'm forgetting a lot more. But if you have any questions please ask

Hi does the body work fit from an 6n2 to an 6n1 also to lower the car would I need a new subframe if so what one would an 6n2 subframe work

JUUL - you have taken these cars quite down to atoms and perhaps you can guess - would that lock suit 1999 5D 6N1 tailgate for central locking ability project ( link below ) ? My car has manual locking cylinder and it looks mechanically impossible to rebuild it to work independently to get locked/unlocked either via key or central locking actuaotor - I need to find another lock version


P/N: 1J6827297 (G/C/D/K) - "Tailgate lock with 2x key for VW Golf IV 4 Lupo Seat"

https://www.ebay.com/itm/364184487709?m ... name=11051

Hi Telbert, I'm not 100% sure if the Golf MK4 hatch lock module will fit a 6N1. By chance, I own both cars and I've fiddled with both modules. To be honest, they look exactly the same, but I've never tried swapping them. Why not try a 6N1 or 6N2 central locking module and fabricating some kind of bracket to make the electric lock work?

Thanks ! I also think they are the same - very similar in looks , but much more often the Golf model is designated than Polo, suitability wise (even the Seat models are more mentioned). Time to find out for 14 euros

The 6N uses its own version - 6N0 827 297M