94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 Time to let the build go. Started when I had more time than money, then life happened. After getting married, buying a house and having a kid. I now have more money than time… but rather than letting this sit for years, I would love to see someone else finish it and get it out to a rally. The car is ~ 90% complete. Mockup was done and is need of final assembly and minor finishing. Specs: - 94 VW Golf 4 door. No Sunroof - Roll Cage by Dave Clark - NASA Log Book, inspected by Gene - Fully seam welded. Front subframe mounts replaced with threaded steel inserts through the frame in double shear (you won’t rip those suckers out). All undercoating stripped - ABF 2.0 16v European engine. I was told it only has 15k on it since a rebuild. I didn’t tear it down to confirm, but from looking at the valvetrain and cross hatch in the cylinder bores I believe it. - 02A tranny rebuilt by Robert Gobright. 4.24 R&P with a spool. Converted to hydraulic clutch and cable shifter. Shift tower moved inside the vehicle to be closer to the wheel. - Tranny mount welded to frame rail - Burmeister Strut Mounts - Plan was to go with Carbs. So twin side draft 47mm OER carbs (Japanese webber copies) with ITG filter. - Electromotive XDI crank trigger ignition system. (No injection, so carbs only) - All wiring is done (minus hookups at rally lights as they were never installed) and running 12v to the fuel pump from relay. Engine wiring harness was stripped of all extras and ECU. Factory harness now runs lights, starter. All additional electrical circuits run on a separate fuse block and relays mounted to passenger side dash. - Full Autometer gauges. - Brantz International 2 rally computer wired to VSS signal from Tranny - Sabelt seats. Ferrari challenge for driver, Taurus for passenger - Roof vent - ATL fuel cell recessed into trunk floor. - All fuel lines (braided) are run inside. Dual Carter fuel pumps routed in parallel - 11” Corrado G60 front brakes (still 4 lug, requires 15” wheels) - Hydraulic hand brake with proportioning valve. All brake hard lines run inside. New master cylinder. - 2:1 steering quickener, Momo steering wheel with hub - Fire suppression system (will need a re-charge) - Battery mounted inside with 150 amp circuit breaker on ground. - Have new clutch, pressure plate, flywheel, wheel bearings, tie rod ends, A-arms, Rear main seal and probably a lot more parts I forgot about - Had the crazy idea to run independent suspension in the rear. Built mounts to use a front subframe in the rear. But due to an aftermarket component on 1 side, vs OEM on the other, the mounts were welded in 1/8” to the passenger side. I was going to move the mounts over, but you can always go back to stock as the OEM rear suspensions mounts are still there and the stock beam will be included. - Also includes a spare stock 8v ABA and another 02A tranny. Both would require a rebuild. Left to do: - Install Engine/Tranny - Underbody Protection (Engine skid plate, HDPE) - Build Exhaust from cat to outside of car - Missing body parts: Windshield and front bumper - Fuel Cell cover (or whatever ridiculous box over a box over a box is required now) - Build mount for rally lights (if you want them) - Replace consumable (Brake rotors/pads, flexible brake lines, spark plugs, etc) - Need rally suspension, belts, spill kit, emergency kit $7,000. Really want to sell this as a package, but if I can’t find a buyer I will part it out. Tons of pictures available to send. https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,104994#msg-104994 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:45:40 -0500 Phorum 5.2.15a https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,109061#msg-109061 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,109061#msg-109061
Good luck on the journey back to AZ.


I've moved onto a much cheaper hobby, regular old off roading in my Land Rover.

And I'll probably pickup an older P-car to fill my tinkering fix.



Oh and JVL, no the strut tops weren't extended. Dave just wacked the top off and plated them. Then burmeister plates added.]]> mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Sun, 01 Nov 2015 19:52:24 -0600 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108988#msg-108988 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108988#msg-108988 rockrammer Buy, Sell & Trade Tue, 27 Oct 2015 14:27:04 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108918#msg-108918 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108918#msg-108918
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Was planning on contacting you later about that John. First I need to get it back to AZ and get it put together and running. then I will be looking for some "sooper bitch'n suspenders" . I'll probably ask a lot of other questions too, like Why do I have so much more money than when I used to rally a Subaru?

OK man.. Did he raise the towers up a bit? I think he did.. That makes it nicer with the big gnarly 50s.

(The "normal 40s" like I'm UPSing a set in a few minutes have 190mm travel and are about yay long.The gnarlier 50s that I use have 200mm travel but are about an inch and change longer than yay.
The upper tube is LONGER--and it engages--or overlaps--the lower tube by more than an ich more...very good for the stability of the strut..but it costs us a smidge more than yay.
All in all even if ya hafta raise the towers its a much more durable set up and good travel...about a full inch more than these $7-8,000 Profelx somebody sent me to service..They for GC8, gravel and have barely 170mm travel---about like some RSSP things I saw --and measured----once..
(The adjuster things sitting on their piston rods cost a lot of shaft travel...no bueno)]]> john vanlandingham Buy, Sell & Trade Fri, 23 Oct 2015 18:21:35 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108914#msg-108914 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108914#msg-108914 rockrammer Buy, Sell & Trade Fri, 23 Oct 2015 16:54:03 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108910#msg-108910 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108910#msg-108910
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- Need rally suspension, belts, spill kit, emergency kit

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sold to me. a very happy me.

What's your plans for the remaining stuff like suspenders?B)-]]> john vanlandingham Buy, Sell & Trade Fri, 23 Oct 2015 15:10:57 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108907#msg-108907 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108907#msg-108907 rockrammer Buy, Sell & Trade Fri, 23 Oct 2015 13:14:53 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108858#msg-108858 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108858#msg-108858 NGTD Buy, Sell & Trade Sun, 18 Oct 2015 09:27:30 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108596#msg-108596 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 5,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108596#msg-108596
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SALE PENDING

crossing fingers for ya, its just flat beee-zarre that this hasn't been snapped up long ago when eeeeeeeeeeeeverybody says start wif a Golf..

You have any fun otherwise?]]> john vanlandingham Buy, Sell & Trade Tue, 22 Sep 2015 22:49:39 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108592#msg-108592 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 5,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108592#msg-108592 mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Tue, 22 Sep 2015 21:11:14 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108577#msg-108577 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 5,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,108577#msg-108577 mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Tue, 22 Sep 2015 08:45:09 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105439#msg-105439 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105439#msg-105439
It's on the other side of NA, but damn that is a nice looking build.]]> NGTD Buy, Sell & Trade Mon, 30 Mar 2015 21:28:00 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105104#msg-105104 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105104#msg-105104
I was wondering what happened to you. Too bad you won't enjoy the fruits of your labour, but what you've done looks great! Thanks for the tips years ago when I was in shell-prep mode. Good luck with the sale.

Chris]]> Mr. K Buy, Sell & Trade Thu, 19 Mar 2015 10:59:26 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105044#msg-105044 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105044#msg-105044
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Looks great and a great deal too.

Anyone looking to buy ---- forget the silly independent suspension rear end. it is a terrible idea. Just run the beam.

Haha its true... ah well to be young and foolish.... stock beam included ;) But you will need to stiffen it up using the VW motorsports idea to triangulate the 'arms']]> mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Mon, 16 Mar 2015 20:36:44 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105038#msg-105038 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105038#msg-105038
Anyone looking to buy ---- forget the silly independent suspension rear end. it is a terrible idea. Just run the beam.]]> Josh Wimpey Buy, Sell & Trade Mon, 16 Mar 2015 13:19:59 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105037#msg-105037 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105037#msg-105037 Someone needs to get this car asap. It shouldnt last long.]]> fabianp Buy, Sell & Trade Mon, 16 Mar 2015 13:19:17 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105017#msg-105017 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105017#msg-105017 wvonkessler Buy, Sell & Trade Sun, 15 Mar 2015 11:11:25 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105015#msg-105015 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105015#msg-105015
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No offense, and nice engine, but you are askin a bit too much.

Not trying to pull one over on anyone or make back my money - a stack (I never let the wife see) has over 20k in receipts........... But if someone thinks its too high, shoot me a price.

here are some more pics from various stages over the years





]]> mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Sun, 15 Mar 2015 10:15:44 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105008#msg-105008 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105008#msg-105008 Rallymech Buy, Sell & Trade Sat, 14 Mar 2015 23:29:48 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105007#msg-105007 Re: 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,105007#msg-105007 wvonkessler Buy, Sell & Trade Sat, 14 Mar 2015 22:49:28 -0500 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,104994#msg-104994 94 Golf Project, 90% Complete - 7,000 https://www.rallyanarchy.com/phorum/read.php?7,104994,104994#msg-104994
The car is ~ 90% complete. Mockup was done and is need of final assembly and minor finishing.

Specs:
- 94 VW Golf 4 door. No Sunroof
- Roll Cage by Dave Clark
- NASA Log Book, inspected by Gene
- Fully seam welded. Front subframe mounts replaced with threaded steel inserts through the frame in double shear (you won’t rip those suckers out). All undercoating stripped
- ABF 2.0 16v European engine. I was told it only has 15k on it since a rebuild. I didn’t tear it down to confirm, but from looking at the valvetrain and cross hatch in the cylinder bores I believe it.
- 02A tranny rebuilt by Robert Gobright. 4.24 R&P with a spool. Converted to hydraulic clutch and cable shifter. Shift tower moved inside the vehicle to be closer to the wheel.
- Tranny mount welded to frame rail
- Burmeister Strut Mounts
- Plan was to go with Carbs. So twin side draft 47mm OER carbs (Japanese webber copies) with ITG filter.
- Electromotive XDI crank trigger ignition system. (No injection, so carbs only)
- All wiring is done (minus hookups at rally lights as they were never installed) and running 12v to the fuel pump from relay. Engine wiring harness was stripped of all extras and ECU. Factory harness now runs lights, starter. All additional electrical circuits run on a separate fuse block and relays mounted to passenger side dash.
- Full Autometer gauges.
- Brantz International 2 rally computer wired to VSS signal from Tranny
- Sabelt seats. Ferrari challenge for driver, Taurus for passenger
- Roof vent
- ATL fuel cell recessed into trunk floor.
- All fuel lines (braided) are run inside. Dual Carter fuel pumps routed in parallel
- 11” Corrado G60 front brakes (still 4 lug, requires 15” wheels)
- Hydraulic hand brake with proportioning valve. All brake hard lines run inside. New master cylinder.
- 2:1 steering quickener, Momo steering wheel with hub
- Fire suppression system (will need a re-charge)
- Battery mounted inside with 150 amp circuit breaker on ground.
- Have new clutch, pressure plate, flywheel, wheel bearings, tie rod ends, A-arms, Rear main seal and probably a lot more parts I forgot about
- Had the crazy idea to run independent suspension in the rear. Built mounts to use a front subframe in the rear. But due to an aftermarket component on 1 side, vs OEM on the other, the mounts were welded in 1/8” to the passenger side. I was going to move the mounts over, but you can always go back to stock as the OEM rear suspensions mounts are still there and the stock beam will be included.
- Also includes a spare stock 8v ABA and another 02A tranny. Both would require a rebuild.


Left to do:
- Install Engine/Tranny
- Underbody Protection (Engine skid plate, HDPE)
- Build Exhaust from cat to outside of car
- Missing body parts: Windshield and front bumper
- Fuel Cell cover (or whatever ridiculous box over a box over a box is required now)
- Build mount for rally lights (if you want them)
- Replace consumable (Brake rotors/pads, flexible brake lines, spark plugs, etc)
- Need rally suspension, belts, spill kit, emergency kit

$7,000. Really want to sell this as a package, but if I can’t find a buyer I will part it out. Tons of pictures available to send.

]]> mack73 Buy, Sell & Trade Sat, 14 Mar 2015 16:14:15 -0500