For the first time, the car made its debut in 1997 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Only a couple of months have passed since the sale, and the car has already become the leader in sales. There are a number of reasons for this.

New golf has become larger than the previous generation. The basic equipment of 4 golf courses also included a large number of options. The most important thing why people liked Volkswagen golf so much is its reliability, very high quality body and great amount power units.

The previous generation of golf had a meager number of trim levels. And so the sales of 3 golf courses left much to be desired. The manufacturer worked hard in this direction and the 4 golf course also received an all-wheel drive version.

It would seem that outwardly the car may be the same, but the technical part is completely different. And by this golf attracted buyers. Sales statistics once again confirm the success of the model.

Technical part car

Body Volkswagen Golf IV

The car has a fully galvanized body. It was from this model that the legends about the reliability of the Volkswagen body went. Even after 15-20 years, provided that the car was not in an accident, the body remains as new.

And as you know, the most important part in a car is just the body. Since the motor can be repaired, undercarriage too, but the body as new will never be made.

Body type Volkswagen Golf IV in several versions: sedan, station wagon and convertible.

Volkswagen Golf IV transmission

A large number of gearboxes were installed on the 4th generation of golf. These were 4-5 speed automatic transmissions and 5-6 speed manual transmissions. Gearbox problems do not arise even at very high mileage.

All-wheel drive versions also do not bring hassle to the owner.

The car's suspension is simple, but at the same time very comfortable. The car holds the road perfectly. There are no problems with reliability. Even on the roads of the CIS countries, the running gear retains a large resource. But over time, you will have to do any renovation work.

Problematic places in the undercarriage no. Therefore, with high mileage, it is impossible to predict this or that malfunction. Anything can break. However, undercarriage repairs are very simple and inexpensive.

There are also no complaints about the main part of the power units. Most popular and most the best option for such a car is diesel 1. 9. It is best to choose the version for 130 or 150 horse power... Then the dynamics will be good, and the fuel consumption is ridiculous. Golden meanso to speak.

At the same time, they will not give you special dynamics. For fans of fast driving, the turbocharged petrol engine 1.8 with 150 or 170 horsepower is ideal. The motor is very reliable, economical and dynamic. At the same time, fuel consumption is quite acceptable.

Brief technical characteristicsVolkswagenGolfIV1 J1 / 1J5 (1997 - 2003)
Body type	3- and 5-door hatchback	station wagon (Variant)
Dimensions, L / W / H, mm	4149x1745x1444	4397x1735x1485
Wheelbase / front track - back / ground clearance, mm	2511/1513 – 1494/130	2515/1513 – 1494/130
Trunk volume, l
type of drive	front or full
Suspension front / rear	independent / semi-dependent
	175/65 R14, 185/60 R14, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16

Engines Volkswagen Golf IV 1J1 / 1J5 (1997 - 2003)
Modification	engine's type	Marking	Volume, cc.	Power, h.p.	Acceleration 0-100 km / h, s *	Fuel consumption (highway / city), l / 100 km *
1. 6
1. 6
1. 6 FSI
1 .8 20V
1 .8 20V T
1 .8 20V T
2.3 VR5
2.3 VR5
2.8 VR6
3.2 VR6

Just ten years ago, Golf 4 was one of the leaders in demand for secondary market along with the fifth Passat. Today, of course, time has already taken its toll, but you can still find a decent version of the Golf 4. And it will excellent choice an inexpensive and reliable car with a low cost of operation and repair.

The Golf 4 began production in 1997, and although the car looks very similar to the previous model, in fact it is a completely different car, built on a different platform. Audi A3, VW Beetle, Octavia A5, Audi TT, Seat Leon and Toledo are assembled on the same platform. Suspension parts for these machines are interchangeable.

Initially, the Golf 4 was produced in the back of a hatchback with three and five doors. In 1999, the production of the station wagon began, which received the "Variant" marking. Golf 4 in the sedan was named "Bora" (for the US market - "Jetta"). It is worth knowing that the Golf 4 convertible is nothing more than a facelift of the Golf 3 convertible.

In the "base" Golf had at least two airbags, seat belts with pretensioners, aBS system, electric windows and electric mirrors. Besides basic configuration there were also "Comfortline", "Trendline" and "Highline". Later, the ESP system could be ordered for a car for an additional fee. By car recent years the release could also be seen window airbags (in addition to the side ones). Thanks to this, the car was one of the leaders in passenger safety in its class.

Modifications and characteristics gasoline engines Volkswagen Golf IV




The engine lineup was quite wide and started with a 1.4-liter gasoline engine, which gave out 75 forces. Of course, you won't be able to "drive" it. Moreover, when driving in a stream, this engine needs to be constantly spinned up to high revsto keep up with the bulk of the machines. And this reduces its resource.

Further, we can designate a 1.6-liter unit with eight valves and a hundred horsepower under the hood, and the same, but sixteen-valve 105-horsepower. These are the most common and most reliable motors on Golf 4. Such motors easily roll back 300 thousand km without overhaul subject to regular oil changes and avoidance of overheating. True, these motors often crack the tee of the cooling system, but it costs quite inexpensively and changes easily.

1.6-liter 110-horsepower FSI engines with direct injection were also produced. But in domestic conditions, he was often "sick" because of the poor quality of the fuel. He also tends to form carbon deposits in the cylinder head.




The 1.8-liter 125-horsepower gasoline unit also had turbocharged versions of 150 and 180 horsepower. An atmospheric engine with a manual transmission is considered to be very dynamic, and with a supercharger, this light machine even accelerates to a hundred in just 8 seconds. Buying a turbo version is associated with a certain risk, since it was far from the pensioners who drove it to their dacha, and such a car would be “don't play around” (it concerns, first of all, an expensive turbine). But in good condition a lot of money will be asked for such a device. Remember - after "annealing" on such a machine, you should not immediately turn off the engine, you must give the motor some time to work for another idle for turbine cooling. And the oil in these units should be changed more often than the manufacturer recommends.

But the two-liter 115-horsepower unit is very unpretentious and reliable. But on condition of regular (every 90 thousand km) replacement of the timing kit along with the pump.

Engines V5, VR5, V6 and VR6 (2.3, 2.8 and 3.2 liters) give the fourth Golf excellent dynamics and can boast of durability. But apart from that, they are expensive to maintain and repair. Usually, they usually start selling such a car only when it is time to overhaul the motor.

Little should be said about the diesel engine. They are all 1.9-liter. The weakest atmospheric SDI could produce 68 "horses", and engines with a turbine - from 90 to 150. Diesel engines of the fourth Golf are very durable and economical, but in the case of using high-quality diesel fuel, which is not easy to find in Russia. In general, a diesel Golf is worth buying only if you are confident that the engine is in good condition and are planning long runs on the track.




Motor 1.9SDI (AGP, AQM) can be called a model of reliability, durability and low maintenance. It has two drawbacks: 17 seconds to hundreds and noise.

Old school 1.9TDI with 90 (AGR, ALH) and 110 (AHF, ASV) forces have problems with the injection pump, the repair of which is relatively expensive.

Since 1999, a 115-strong 1.9TDI (AJM, AUY) with pump nozzles has gone into the series. Further, in the diesel range, units with powers of 100 (BEW), 130 (ASZ) and 150 (ARL) horsepower appeared.

Compared to the old 1.9TDI, these motors have higher performance and efficiency. True, maintenance and repair of such engines has become significantly more expensive.

The weakest 1.9TDI lacks an expensive two-disk flywheel and a variable geometry turbine.




The indisputable advantage of these diesel engines is the absence particulate filter, and their common disadvantage can be called a flow meter that often fails (on motors before 2001).

Golf 4 was sold with 5 and 6-speed manual transmissions and 4 and 5-speed automatic transmissions with manual control function. All boxes can be called quite reliable. On the "mechanics" sometimes the gear shifting lever could become loose. On 1.6-liter versions, sometimes there were difficulties with the inclusion of the first gear of the manual transmission. Oil change mechanical box provided every 90 thousand km, the clutch, depending on driving style, can last 130-200 thousand km.

In the automatic transmission, the oil is designed for 60 thousand kilometers. The oil changes partially, since its very high washing properties, when completely replaced, are able to dissolve all old deposits, which will inevitably disable the box. If the previous owner did not change the oil for a long time, the mileage of the car is large, and the box works flawlessly, then you should not do this either.

On version 1.8 liters and more, the buyer could order the 4motion all-wheel drive system. 2.8L and R32 four-wheel drive is already in the "database". A car with 4motion makes driving a memorable experience, but the cost of repairing this transmission and the complexity of the repair can hit the owner's pocket. It is worth knowing that in the secondary market, as a rule, they sell either very "stunned" or very expensive Golf 4Motion (whose condition can be called good).

The body of the fourth Golf resists corrosion very well. In places of chips, rust does not appear for a very long time. Minimal clearances and perfectly fit body parts there is no aerodynamic noise at any speed. If you see traces of corrosion on the body of the Golf 4, then you are definitely offered a broken car.

Of the body flaws, one can note the freezing of door seals when frost occurs. To avoid this, pre-treat all the rubber bands in the doorways with silicone grease, which is sold in the form of a spray.

The interior of Golf 4 is a strict classic german version... Thanks to the many adjustments of the driver's seat, a driver of any size will comfortably sit behind the wheel of this car.




But using climate control is not entirely convenient: its buttons are located far from the driver, and you have to distract from the road to make settings. Cars with conventional air conditioning do not have this inconvenience.

Over time, the plastic of the doors and the front panel is wiped off, and "crickets" populate the interior. In later versions of the Golf 4, the interior quality was improved.

This car does not cause any special problems in electrics. Sometimes the motor can fail rear wiper and close up the trapezoid of the front. Occasionally it is necessary to change the "frog" of the brake light, located under the pedal.

In versions with automatic transmission, sometimes the owners are faced with a blocking of the gearbox selector. To unlock it, remove the connector from the switch and insert it back. If such a "glitch" occurs periodically, then the switch will have to be changed, since it is inexpensive.

Defective power windows were noted on early models. Occasionally the owners complained about the failure of the "climate" display and the central locking.




The Golf 4 chassis can be described as comfortable, simple, reliable and inexpensive to maintain. In the front - the popular MacPherson strut, and in the back - either a beam in front-wheel drive cars, or a multi-link in a 4x4.

Created with Raphaël 2.1.0A review of the Volkswagen Golf 5 car can be viewed HERE.

The durability of the Golf 4's suspension parts is highly dependent on riding style and the speed of bumps. Like most passenger cars, the first to "give up" are the rods and stabilizer bushings (50-60 thousand km). Shock absorbers during active trips will have to be replaced at about 150 thousand km. Other suspension parts serve an average of 100 thousand km, which is quite worthy.

The factory front pads will have to be replaced closer to 30 thousand km, the discs will last almost 100 thousand. The rear pads wear out less; they will have to be changed for the first time at about 70 thousand km.

You can repair the suspension of the fourth Golf for relatively little money - there are many options for spare parts for this car on the market for every wallet.

Summing up, we can say with confidence that the Golf 4 took over all the advantages of the previous models, adding comfort and safety to them. The car is one of the best in its class and is definitely recommended for purchase (in good, naturally, condition).

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Sales market: Russia.

Five-door modification of the Volkswagen Golf hatchback fourth generation interesting for her compact size - in length the car is exactly the same as the three-door, but more practical due to the presence of side rear doors. In the new generation, the creators have tried to make the Golf more prestigious. Compared to its predecessor, it has a better interior and better equipment. With the introduction of new production standards, the popular model received an electrolytic galvanized body - VW gave a 12-year warranty against through corrosion... New engine mounts have reduced vibration levels. The reduction in gaps between body panels also indicated more high quality assembly. Meanwhile, changes in design and technique have been evolutionary. In the new generation, the five-door Volkswagen Golf hatchback has a very wide range of engines. The abbreviation GTI has been preserved in the series, but now these models have fewer differences from other versions.

The basic configuration of the fourth-generation Volkswagen Golf five-door hatchback includes power steering, adjustable in height and reach steering wheel, the driver's seat is height adjustable, backseat has a one-piece folding back. FROM additional options owner new car received front and rear power windows and central locking, air conditioning. In addition, more expensive versions include on-board computer, alloy wheels 15 inches, fog lights, central locking with remote control, leather steering wheel and a gearshift knob, automatic climate control, height adjustment of both front seats, and the rear one folds in a 40/60 ratio. The GTI version will add a sports suspension, RECARO seats, ebony inserts to the above. In 2004, shortly before the Golf IV left the market, Russian buyers were offered exclusive configurations with a more affordable fixed set of options and a pronounced individuality: sports equipment Pacific and comfortable Ocean. The first offered special design alloy wheels, sports front seats and a leather 3-spoke steering wheel, chrome bezels dashboard, body-colored moldings, climate control, Pacific door sill lettering and unique Pacific fabric upholstery. The Ocean model was distinguished by heat-shielding glass tinted, chrome-plated equipment, front seat height adjustment, air conditioning, and Ocean fabric upholstery.

The engine range of the fourth generation Volkswagen Golf is extremely extensive. The basis of gasoline power units are in-line “fours” with a volume of 1.4 to 2.0 liters. At the same time, the most common option is a simple and unpretentious 1.6-liter "eight-valve" with a capacity of 100-102 hp. Rather rare options are modifications with VR5 engines with a volume of 2.3 liters (150 hp) and quite exotic - VR6 with a volume of 2.8 liters. In general, the Golf IV engines are quite reliable, but when choosing the 1.8T turbo version, you should be more strict about diagnostics (the real life of the turbine is within 200 thousand km). The same requirement holds true for diesel versions, which can often be found in the aftermarket, and these models were only 1.9-liter.

The suspension of the Volkswagen Golf IV deserves all praise, which makes this car one of the benchmarks for driving performance and reliability. "Hodovka" here is moderately tough, perfectly holds the car in turns. The energy capacity is quite enough for passing small road irregularities, but when driving on a bad road, it is better to slow down. At the same time, the brake system of the Golf IV is also at its best - effective speed reduction occurs even with a slight pressure on the pedal, since the brakes here are completely disc (front ventilated), and even in the smallest model with a 1.4-liter engine. A big plus is the presence of all-wheel drive modifications - with a Haldex clutch with electronic control... If we talk about dimensions, then in the five-door version of the hatchback they do not differ from the three-door and are: length 4149 mm, width 1735 mm, height 1439 mm. The wheelbase is 2511 mm, the minimum turning radius is 5.45 m. The trunk volume is 330 liters, and if the rear seat is folded down - 1184 liters.

The benchmark in volkswagen class The fourth generation Golf is also in terms of safety. Standard equipment included front airbags for the driver and front passenger, side airbags and curtain airbags were offered for an additional fee. The car has an anti-lock braking system, and an optional electronic stability control (ESP) system was offered. In the Euro NCAP 1998 tests, the car received four stars out of five for driver and front passenger safety and two out of four stars for pedestrian safety.

The consumer qualities of the fourth generation Volkswagen Golf and its characteristics turned out to be quite successful, and even after it was discontinued in 2004, it continued to be produced for some time in third countries. The car also has disadvantages, among which the Russian owners call a low ground clearance, expensive original spare parts. Among the characteristic "diseases" also appear "sour" wipers, weak door limit switches, an unsuccessful location of the sound signal.

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Volkswagen Golf 4 can already be attributed to the category of "oldies" in the secondary car market, but should not be written off. The mere fact that it was produced longer than the fifth generation speaks of its popularity among buyers. Volkswagen Golf 4 is one of best cars, if you need an inexpensive, compact and cheap to repair and operate "workhorse".

However, given the venerable age (the newest fourth “golf” is more than nine years old), the maintenance of these cars requires increased attention from the owners. Especially if the machine is used every day. If you have a need to purchase spare parts for your "darling", then the best place where you can do this is auto parsing Volkswagen Golf 4 at the AutoStrong company. For many years she has been specializing in the supply of used spare parts from abroad and is ready to provide customers with goods on the most favorable terms.

The advantages of buying spare parts for disassembly VW Golf 4

• This is the only place where you can get original parts at a very reasonable price. And don't be confused by the presence of mileage. The quality of the originals is initially so high that in terms of endurance, reliability and service life, they will be comparable to any new analogue, and most likely will surpass it.
• At the dismantling Volkswagen Golf 4 you will find any parts you need. It doesn't matter what year your car is, what model and with what type of engine. For any modification there are all the necessary details of the "filling", interior and body.

Why it is worth contacting "AutoStrong"

1. Fault detection. You do not want to receive non-working parts, and we do not want to sell them to you. Therefore, we must check all spare parts for "professional suitability" and exclude all that do not pass this test.
2. Convenient catalog. With search filters you can easily find necessary details on parsing Volkswagen Golf 4 and find out all their characteristics from the full description, as well as evaluate the visual condition of spare parts from photographs.
3. Affordable cost. At our Golf 4 auto breakdown shop you will buy parts at below market prices.
4. Warranty. All parts that need to be checked after installation are warranted for 14 days and engines for 30 days.
5. Large delivery area. Here you can order spare parts from the Golf 4 auto dismantling facility with delivery to any region of Russia.

You can leave a request by phone, via Viber, Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Odnoklassniki or VKontakte. But if you want to get an instant answer, then use the "Online Consultant" window on the website to order.

Volkswagen Bora "1998-2004

Volkswagen Golf Cabrio (IV) "1998-2003

Volkswagen Golf GTI (IV) "2001–03

Volkswagen Golf R32 (IV) "2002–04

Volkswagen Golf Variant (IV) "1999-2006

Volkswagen has an interesting development strategy - just look at the history of Volkswagen Golf or Passat. The first generation is a revolution. The second is working on errors. The third is grinding and polishing. The fourth, fifth, sixth generation - restyling of its predecessors.
VolkswagenGolfIV 1997 - 2003 just like that, it is rather a modernization of the previous generation than the debut of a fundamentally new one.

A short introduction

The number of modifications VW Golf IV is able to enter into a stupor potential buyer - the choice is great. Three- and five-door hatchbacks (hot and not so), the Variant station wagon, the Jetta and Bora sedans, the convertible ... Take your pick - I don't want to.
Already in the initial configuration, the Golf is well equipped: at least two airbags, ABS (from the end of 1999 - and ESP, air curtains - from mid-2002), central locking, power accessories, a height-adjustable steering column.

Body and electrical equipment

The anti-corrosion resistance of the VW Golf IV body is very high: this is evidenced, as is the 12-year factory warranty against corrosion perforation (and 3 years for paintwork), and the fact that even cars that have left on our roads for more than one winter bear traces of rust only in one case - if the car has been in an accident and was poorly repaired. Cars of the first years of production have complaints about assembly: water often gets into the cabin, the problem is solved by adjusting the position of the door or replacing the seals. The reliability of electrical equipment is also not the best strong point Golf: there are frequent cases of failure of the immobilizer, fuel level sensor, power windows and other electronic machinery.

Engines and transmissions

The line of Volkswagen Golf IV engines is one of the largest in its class. There are twelve petrol and seven diesel engines to choose from. In our market, there is a steady demand for diesel modifications, and among the gasoline versions, the overwhelming number of proposals falls on 1.4 16V (75 hp) and 1.6-liter modifications (101, 105, 110 hp). Eight-valve engines are considered the most unpretentious and reliable: according to experts, these motors, with timely maintenance without repair, overcome the bar of 300-400 thousand kilometers. However, these power units have their drawbacks - for example, the copies of the first years of production had a difficult start of the car in the winter.

In twenty-valve 1.8-liter engines, the list of shortcomings is longer: they are sensitive to the quality of fuel and oil, despite the observance of the maintenance regulations, cases of premature timing belt breakage were noted, the chain tensioner connecting the camshafts rarely nurses more than 200 thousand km. Turbocharged versions of the 1.8-liter engine are considered more reliable, but in our market it is difficult to find a copy with a "live" turbine, and the cost of repair or replacement can completely kill the love for cars with the magic Turbo nameplate.

The powerful versions of the Golf with five-cylinder (2.3 l) and six-cylinder (2.8 and 3.2 l) engines stand apart. They have a timing chain drive with a resource of about 200 thousand km, so they only need to change the oil and filters. There are no complaints about reliability of these engines, but the repair of these units is expensive.

In order for the Golf to serve faithfully for many years, several basic rules must be followed: engine oil and the filter needs to be changed every 15 thousand, air filter and spark plugs - after 60 thousand, and the timing belt (together with the tension and idler roller) - every 90 thousand kilometers.

All diesel engines in the Golf IV are 1.9 liter direct injection. This generation of VW diesel engines is rightfully considered one of the best in the world, but it also has its own subtleties of maintenance and operation. Until 2000, he was responsible for supplying fuel to these units fuel pump Bosch EDC, then new diesels with pump nozzles appeared. For reliability and durability, it is preferable diesel versions with unit injectors, but the cost of repairing these engines can be called astronomical: one injector costs at least $ 650. (and there are 4 of them). Of the faults inherent in diesel engines we can note the failure of air flow sensors from Bosch (mainly due to untimely replacement of the air filter).

The Golf IV family was fitted with 5- and 6-speed manual mechanical gearboxes, naturally, almost all modifications could be aggregated and "automatic". Manual transmissions are considered less reliable than automatic boxes: there were cases of failure of "mechanics" after 200 thousand kilometers.

But there are no complaints about the "machines". They are considered maintenance-free, but experts advise changing the oil in the "automatic" after 60 thousand kilometers or every three years.

Suspension and braking system

The Golf IV suspension (McPherson in front, semi-independent H-beam at the back) is one of the main advantages of the model. Differs in high reliability and maintainability. The resource of suspension parts is average: struts and stabilizer bushings lateral stability require replacement every 40-50 thousand km, shock absorbers, ball joints, steering rods, wheel bearings take care of 80-100 thousand km. And by 100-120 thousand km it can start tapping and leaking steering rack... Cases of failure of the power steering pump have been reported.

Main problems brake system - Over time, the ABS sensors fail, the sealing washers on the brake hoses sour. brake pads wear out to 20-40 thousand km, rear - to 70-80 thousand km. Brake fluid must be changed every 40 thousand kilometers or every two years.

Let's sum up

Many are mistaken in the belief that the VW Golf is a role model in its class.
Volkswagen Golf IV 1997 - 2003 clearly does not reach the status of the standard, as evidenced by its shortcomings and the TUV reliability rating. However, the popularity of the fourth generation is beyond any doubt, which means that buyers are willing to pay for a big name, reputation, and those advantages that the Golf IV has enough.

Advantages

Large selection of modifications and engines
+ Lots of offers on the used car market
+ High corrosion resistance
+ Reliable suspension
+ Hassle-free "machines"
+ Rich equipment already in the initial configuration

disadvantages

Unreliable electrical equipment
- Problems with turbocharged engines

Model history

08.1997: Premiere of VW Golf IV.
07.1998: The all-wheel drive version of the Golf 4Motion hatchbacks with a Haldex clutch has been launched.
09.1998: Bora sedan introduced (Jetta for US market). The car was discontinued at the end of 2004.
04.1999: VW Golf IV Variant and Bora Variant debut.
10.2002: Production of the most powerful Golf modification, the 241 hp R32, begins.
10.2003: VW Golf IV has given way to the VW Golf V.
06.2006: Discontinuation of the VW Golf IV Variant station wagon.

Brief technical characteristicsVolkswagenGolfIV1 J1 / 1J5 (1997 - 2003)
Body type	3- and 5-door hatchback	station wagon (Variant)
Dimensions, L / W / H, mm	4149x1745x1444	4397x1735x1485
Wheelbase / front track - back / ground clearance, mm	2511/1513 - 1494/130	2515/1513 - 1494/130
Trunk volume, l
type of drive	front or full
Suspension front / rear	independent / semi-dependent
	175/65 R14, 185/60 R14, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16

Engines Volkswagen Golf IV 1J1 / 1J5 (1997 - 2003)
Modification	engine's type	Marking	Volume, cc.	Power, h.p.	Acceleration 0-100 km / h, s *	Fuel consumption (highway / city), l / 100 km *
1. 6
1. 6
1. 6 FSI
1 .8 20V
1 .8 20V T
1 .8 20V T
2.3 VR5
2.3 VR5
2.8 VR6
3.2 VR6
* Manufacturer's data are given for the 5-door hatchback version with manual transmission (except for the 3.2 VR6 modification - it was produced only as a three-door hatchback)

Cost of s / h * forVolkswagen Golf IV 1.6 (102 HP), 1999
the name of detail	Price, cu	the name of detail	Price, cu
Oil filter		Front suspension strut support	4-13 14-16**
Air filter	6-15 14-17**	Front shock absorber	40-72 89-103**
Fuel filter		Rear shock absorber	34-70 85-96**
Cabin filter		Tie rod end
Timing belt + rollers (set)	31-59 88-92**	Tie Rod
Clutch kit		Front light
Front brake pads		Back lamp
Rear brake pads		Front wing
Front brake disc	25-55 50-68**
Front stabilizer bar	7-15 14-18**	Front bumper
Ball joint front	15-30 40-45**	Rear bumper
* The cost is given on average in Minsk, as of 01.06.2010 / ** original spare parts (Volkswagen)

The costVolkswagenGolfIV (1997 - 2003)in the Belarusian car market *
199 7 r.in.	199 8 r.in.	199 9 r.in.	200 0 r.in.	200 1 r.in.	200 2 r.in.	200 3 r.in.
	many suggestions
	not many offers
	few suggestions
* The cost is given in USD. (minimum / maximum), as of 01.06.2010

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Condition assessmentVolkswagen Golf IV (1997 - 2003) according toTÜV-2009
Age, years	Body, chassis, suspension			Electrical equipment	Brake system		Ecology
	Corrosion	Suspension condition	Steering play	Lighting	Efficiency	condition	Exhaust system
	excellent
	oK
	satisfactorily
	badly
	very bad