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Hi I bought a 1.0 petrol lupo a few months ago and I would like to fix a few things before I pass my test one of which is the Bonnet release lever. It popped off when I went to check my oil level since the previous mot said there was and oil leak. Anyway I think it's because the cable to the latch is stretched or to loose which means it requires alot of force to open. But because of this I need a new handle but the only one I can see online are for left handside vehicals. So need a link to a reliable part that is for RHD.

I've just picked up a 1.4 16v Lupo Sport that I intend to transplant the engine into my MK1 Golf. The car has been sat for a while so I plan to get it running smoothly before I swap over the engine. It was always my plan to get a working car rather than just an engine so I can sort out any mechanical issues and test all works before the transplant I’ve only driven the car a couple of miles to get it home but there are a couple of issues that are troubling me: A slight grinding noise when driving. I think this could be the front brakes binding a little. Should be an easy thing to check once I get the time to look at it Gear change seems a little sloppy and clutch bite is quite high. I read about the pedal box issue and the simple bodge/fix for this so I will give that a try and see if it improves things. No point in getting the pedal box welded if cracked When changing between gears I get a whooshing sound. I’m not sure if this is due to the pedal box issue and the clutch on disengaging fully or if it the signs of something more serious with the gearbox If it is the gearbox, can anyone recommend anyone who can recondition it? I’m not overly concerned about having the gearbox reconditioned as I think it would be prudent to do before swapping the engine over to ensure everything is in top condition. I had already planned to replace the clutch while the engine is out of the car and do the timing belts and a few other jobs while everything is easily accessible And before anyone says “if you’re doing an engine swap why don’t you fit a {insert name of one of the various big-block VW engines}” I really want to keep a small-block engine. My car was originally fitted with a 1.1 engine (currently has a 1.3) and like the idea of using the last generation of that engine. The Golf was originally designed to have a small-block engine and there is a difference in how they handle compared to big-block cars (I also have a 1.5 Mk1 Golf)

Offering to only the owners club as i'd like this vehicle to a fellow enthusiast, not advertised anywhere else. Not easy making a ad for a vehicle you've had almost 10years. I'll be honest and upfront about the car, its history and all work thats been done. Because of the colour i'd love the vehicle to remain running, unfortunately in my opinion with the bodywork suffering i can't do that. The reason for the sale is so someone could take it away and make it new again rather than me hanging on and the condition deteriorating more. That been said i'm in no rush to sell and will only entertain serious buyers on a reasonable price. 2002 Anthracite grey Lupo GTi (Registered 16/12/2002) 1/34 when new, Possibly less than 10 now? 103900miles - to be updated but its not far off been correct Full VW service history -2 independent stamps, 3 service books in total Stacks of receipts for parts, service and mot invoices UK supplied car 3 Owners V5 present MOT due 21/04/2026 Owned since 2016 2 keys Currently on private plate (not included) Original Reg LS52JVN Daily driven for 2 years then went on to mainly used on weekends and was garage dry stored for 3 winters Sprogley motorsport induction kit with catch can (original airbox and engine cover supplied) Custom exhaust from (keltec leeds) Still retains 2 silencers and twin exit pipes, not much louder than the factory system (factory exhaust included but very scabby condition) H&R lowering springs 30mm (standard shocks) Whiteline rear anti roll bar (middle setting) 20MM rear wheel spacers Rear wiper delete (wiper and motor included) UP GTi gear knob and red stiching gaitor (original included maybe have a spare aswell - to confirm) VW/SEAT Genuine Roof bars Pioneer single din bluetooth stereo Pioneer speakers and tweeters front and rear Working cupholders Chrome heater controls (originals included) Uniroyal rainsport 5 front tyres , Rainsport 3 on the back (treads to update) Most factory parts i have lying around (i will check everything to make sure i'm legit with the sale) Various spare parts (2 red front door cards, door card clips, poss more to follow) All calipers rebuilt, painted red by myself with new pistons and seals Lower arm bushes replaced Gearbox split and resealed New drivers window switch 02/2026 Boot release handle replaced and painted with new gasket Radiator replaced 2025 Factory Bathurst wheels refurbed with all centre caps present (4 spares included) Cambridge rear lamps Rear screen replaced (genuine screen) Osram nightbreaker laser headlamp bulbs Phillips high beam bulbs to match xenon colour LED side lamp bulbs LED number plate bulbs LED interior light bulb LED reverse light bulbs Working high level brake light Majority of parts i've purchased have been genuine and fit by myself. As the group is aware its increasing difficult to find genuine parts now Mechanically working all ok Bodywork lets it down sadly, most panels have imperfections, scratches and dent. Some not obvious but a keen eye will see Rear sills are bubbling near the arches, Rear tailgate below the glass the paint is bubbling, Rust around the boot release handle Aluminium corrosion on drivers wing and drivers door (only slight) Small chip in windscreen (been repaired) Photos to follow once weather improves and i can clean it Theres a lot of information and i also have a lot of stuff, so i will update if possible with dates or all replaced parts when i get the invoices out I will also check and confirm all spare and factory parts Bank transfer on collection with a written receipt £7500 for ad purposes, It hard to put a price on something like this but as mentioned serious buyer will negotiate a serious price

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Afternoon, Wondering if anyone can help, both my front windows don't go up and down. Now it could be down to the regulator, but one thing that definitely isn't helping the situation is the seals. They are very deteriorated and they seem to move up and down with the window and it's jamming the window from moving. Wondered if anyone knows where I can get some new seals, or otherwise knows how I can fix this issue? I will add photos/video as soon as I get the chance too.

God I hate the design, every time it rains, because of the design (as it’s different to the lupo) the water just pours into the parcel shelf sides then into the boot when I open it. Is it just mine or are others the same problem?

There’s a red tdi with air con on eBay right as I’m posting this post!!

Hello BioTriffid, I live in France and I own a beloved 2004 Vw Lupo Windsor 1.4 mpi. with 135 000 k. I saw your topic and I was wondering if you had the same problems as me : the central locking dont respond on the key when the car is left under the rain several days. And suddently, it comes back. When the central locking is out the central light does not light on when I open the door. But if I open the driver door and let it open a few minutes, the light comes back a few seconds and disapeard again. Do you think its also a broken wire in the driver door? Thancks a lot for your answer Eric

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The first stage of the Rally intake manifold's further development does not change the fact that a suitable air filter box still needs to be installed. Well-known airboxes do not fit properly, or rather, their cross-sections are simply too small. The Lupo BTC already managed with a very small water cooler in terms of surface area, and I have already had experience in this area in the past. That's why I installed a cooler with a width of only 430 mm, which suddenly left plenty of space for an air filter box that is open at the front and offers a very large surface area, most of which is exposed to the airflow. The air filter itself is actually from a Golf MK5 R32. The dimensions fit perfectly next to it to make every square millimetre usable. The pipe connection is 89 mm. There will also be two pipes that extend to the throttle valve. This is what it looks like at the moment. Next week, I will make some minor adjustments in the engine compartment, as I have also removed the air conditioning system in the meantime. After that, the front will be reinstalled on the vehicle. I am really excited about it!

Hello, I’m new to posting in this site but I’ve been visiting for a while, One of my headlights recently failed and I decided I’d rather go the route of putting two new headlights if I can avoid the task of a tear down / reconstruction of my damaged unit. id prefer if they were right hand drive headlights, however if the price is right I wouldn’t turn down Left hand drive headlights, I’m sure I can figure out some modification for the beam. also if anybody has wondered how a GTI looks with normal Lupo headlights I’ve attached a few images of my temporary solution, im using the daylight bulbs as indicators, so it’s a bit sketchy when the full beam is on as it’s hard to see the indicator, because there’s no division in the reflector. anyway, hopefully I can find a more permanent solution on here 🙈👍

turn the unit upside down - baseplate 85mm wide , 96mm long from middle lug to far side of base of ball unit, base centre hole to centre of pin approx 69mm. pin 10mm thread, taper 15mm. hope that helps a little

Decided to go for something a bit different for now at least - acquired a Caddy SDI which is keeping me busy enoguh

On Gumtree - https://www.gumtree.com/p/volkswagen/volkswagen-lupo-gti-2002/1509510290 Message me if you have any questions

If someone has an old Gti ball joint, can they measure it? I'm certain that they the exact same as Polo 9N types, but without the dimensions I just don't know. I have a couple of spare 9N joints I can compare with...

Still not available anywhere it seems.

Hi, very interested. I’ve sent you a private message if still available.

After another diesel Lupo since my old SDI succumbed to terminal rust which was beyond my repairing skills. Based in Scotland but would be prepared to travel for a tidy one. Must be a runner with MOT. Ideally not modded or not heavily so

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I have the same problem trying to buy a pair off Lupo GTI lower suspension arm ball joints. You say RTS fit. Can anyone give me RTS part numbers please. The garage haven't had success with the complete arms they fitted. They retracked to car so I could get it home. Most the suppliers show the same pics and are wrong. Only hope I've had on ebay may be with Febi bilstein, but using vw nos 6E0407365/6 with local motorfactors have got the wrong joints. It's a super little car, belongs to the wife who no longer wants to drive. 2 owners. Mileage around 67,000. Just trying to correct a few advisories on the MoT Any advice will be appreciated.

I’m looking for a Lupo GTi. It must be a 6 speed, UK car, ideally in black. Please let me know what you have. Thanks

There's a phaeton group. This is #3, I only got it to combine the engine with TT mk2 V6 remains I need to buy and then combine them both with Rocco.

@Rich is there a club Phaeton? This is like, what, number 5 for you now? I don't need more cars either. Out of 7 roadworthy machines, I only use my black diesel thing. Just storage. And no space left. What are the most common problems on Phaetons? I know nothing about them... Easy to fix, do up and sell on? Not that I have a free minute these days.