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Many VWs have logged a ton of miles to date, and most have road-weary suspension setups. Aftermarket suspensions have been a favorite replacement choice for performance enthusiasts; they offer a perfect blend of even, more stable handling dynamics with ride compliance & comfort. Koni, Airlift, ST Suspensions, KW and FK have all compiled aftermarket suspension sets that allow you to dial in that perfect look for your MK4 and New Beetle. Either keep your VW static and spin it down to hug the road or air it out and lay frame for the ultimate low look.

Many VW MK4 Jettas have logged a ton of miles to date, and most have road-weary suspension setups. Aftermarket suspensions have been a favorite replacement choice for performance enthusiasts; they offer a perfect blend of even, more stable handling dynamics with ride compliance & comfort. Koni, Airlift, ST Suspensions, and FK have all compiled aftermarket suspension sets that allow you to dial in that perfect look for your MK4. Either keep your Jetta static and spin it down to hug the road or air it out and lay frame for the ultimate low look.

The MK4 R32 is especially responsive to airflow modifications because of its naturally aspirated 6-cylinder engine. Small changes in air density can effect huge changes in engine power & smoothness. Increase air flow rate & density for your VW with the ECS engineered XAS Cold Air Intake System. The system uses a mandrel bent 70mm (3.0") diameter aluminum pipe, completely replacing the restrictive OE air box and intake snorkel.

The Schwaben 6 & 6.5L Fluid Extractor/Filler Systems make changing oil, ATF, or any type of fluid easy and mess free. These easy to use tools are undoubtedly the best Extractor/Fillers available on the market today. Easily change to pump in or out with the flip of a lever, and use the extendable foot step for stability while pumping. All of the included adapters mount on the tank for convenient storage. Both pumps are manually operated, requiring zero electricity or air pressure to operate, and also feature a pressure/vacuum gauge for easy monitoring to prevent overpumping.

The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, ramp extensions, wheel stands, & wheel chocks - now available from ECS tuning. 30" to 67" Low Profile Car Ramps are specially made to accommodate vehicles with low bumper clearance, eliminating the risk of body damage & sliding ramps. Schwaben Wheel Stands feature a cradled wheel support for superior stability compared to jack stands, supporting up to 3000 lbs. And when lifting your vehicle or placing it on an incline, Wheel Chocks are a wise investment.

If adventure is what you seek, don't let anything slow you down. There's never been a better time than now to load up and take all of your gear along with roof racks and necessities from Yakima and Rockymounts. Wherever you go and whatever you take, these racks will hold it. Bikes, skis, snowboards, or surfboards, no problem. Cargo carriers, cage baskets, canoes, and kayaks, there are rack accessories, straps, and locks to hold them down. With many different designs, colors, and options, you'll find exactly what you need with the style that you are looking for.

If adventure is what you seek, don't let anything slow you down. There's never been a better time than now to load up and take all of your gear along with roof racks and necessities from Yakima and Rockymounts. Wherever you go and whatever you take, these racks will hold it. Bikes, skis, snowboards, or surfboards, no problem. Cargo carriers, cage baskets, canoes, and kayaks, there are rack accessories, straps, and locks to hold them down. With many different designs, colors, and options, you'll find exactly what you need with the style that you are looking for.

If adventure is what you seek, don't let anything slow you down. There's never been a better time than now to load up and take all of your gear along with roof racks and necessities from Yakima and Rockymounts. Wherever you go and whatever you take, these racks will hold it. Bikes, skis, snowboards, or surfboards, no problem. Cargo carriers, cage baskets, canoes, and kayaks, there are rack accessories, straps, and locks to hold them down. With many different designs, colors, and options, you'll find exactly what you need with the style that you are looking for.

They were out; now they're back. Hot selling MK4 side markers are on our shelves again, ready to ship. ECS brand side markers are an easy, affordable way to upgrade your car and personalize its appearance according to your own personal taste. Both rough and smooth styles are available for your fender and bumper. Select kits include four amber wedge bulbs to keep an amber flash when using turn signals. Another ECS-exclusive upgrade, the stunning Ziza LED Side Marker Lights add individuality and modernity to your R32 in minutes.

Volkswagen recognized the demand from older model MK4 owners for a modern Bluetooth-enabled, full-function head unit. The Genuine VW Radio Upgrade adds an auxiliary input, USB port, and Bluetooth calling and audio streaming to your car, updating your calling and media experience in a single upgrade. The most authentic, complete head unit upgrade available for your VW MK4, the red-lit buttons & white screen modernizes your interior while matching your existing controls. Enjoy hands-free calling, MP3 and Bluetooth Streaming, and AUX input with this plug-and-play unit.

There are tools that any serious technician will regard as essential to their work - tools that make so many projects faster and simpler that access to a quality set is critical. Schwaben Specialty Tools recognized the need for better designed, more fully-featured puller tool kits; this variety of tool is so frequently used across such a wide variety of projects, mechanics deserve the best engineered product possible. Schwaben Pry Bar and Twin-Arm Puller Kits are highly adjustable, exceptionally durable sets of some of the most versatile tools in any home or professional garage.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when attending to electrical issues - Schwaben Tools has developed all the right solutions for these common problems. Offering 2 or 4 amp charging, LED setting indicators, and a reverse polarity warning, the Automatic Battery Charger is a highlight of this Schwaben release. The 12 Ft 6-Gauge Booster Cables are also offered, while the Coiled Cord Circuit Tester is ideal 6 to 24 volt systems.

Knock, knock. Who's there? If your MK4 suspension is knocking, trust us, it's no joke. When your control arm bushings start clangin' and bangin', they're warning you that they need to be replaced. Problem is, most of us don't have access to the equipment needed to install fresh bushings in old control arms. That's why we're offering control arm assemblies already fitted with polyurethane bushings that tighten suspension feel, restore vehicle safety, and last many miles longer than stock rubber bushings.

Why settle for stock? Choose the area of your car that looks like it could use some excitement and pick up where the factory left off. The ECS Badgeless Grille brings an instantly recognizable style to your VW Golf/GTI, and are made of durable ABS molded plastic. ECS Matte Black Mirror Caps give you a sleek look, while the ECS Heated Blind-Spot Mirrors help you see where you need to most. Make sure to check out the other available upgrades for your VW.

Subtlety is the name of the game for European performance tuning. ECS understands this concept and works diligently to provide the most discreet, tasteful visual upgrades available for your VW MK4 Jetta. The stunning LED City Lights add style and individuality to your ride in minutes, while Matte Black Mirrors offer a complete redesign of your factory mirrors for a more performance-oriented style. Aero Wiper Blade & Arm Kits and Smooth Style Bumper Side Markers give your car a cleaner, sleeker appearance with the greatest subtlety.

ECS now offers four superb lower front valences for your MK4 Golf/GTI/337/20th, giving you that lower, more aggressive front end appearance that is characteristic of all German sports cars. Choose from the stock, textured valence, the beautiful Genuine European Golf 4Motion lower front valence, the stock Euro valence, or spruce up your MK4 with the lower front valence from the special edition 25th anniversary GTI. Whatever your choice may be, your MK4 will never have that dull, chipped, broken lower front valence again.

Produced and bottled exclusively in North Bay, California, Torque sells just one product: the best racing brake fluid on the market! Torque R700 Brake Fluid is the highest density brake fluid on the planet, protecting your braking system components from heat and corrosion with a boiling point of an incredible 683 degrees Fahrenheit! Also, take advantage of the best brake bleeding and filling system available! The Schwaben Level 3 Racing Brake Fluid Flush Kit includes the European Pressure Bleeder & Catch Bottles, a Schwaben Bleeder Wrench, and 1 liter of RT700 fluid.

No more pinched fingers or dropped tools - the one-hand operation Schwaben Euro Locking Pliers can be unlocked with your lower finger while maintaining grip. Included are 7" Straight Jaw Locking Pliers, 7" Curved Jaw Locking Pliers, and 6" Needle Nose Locking Pliers. Remove exhaust pipe hangers in seconds with the specially designed Schwaben Tool. Ear-Type Clamp Pliers are also available. Remove and install clamps found on CV joints, hoses, and some fuel filters. Use with a torque wrench for stainless steel clamps and extended functionality.

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Golf VR6 12v, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Golf 2.0L, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 GTI 1.8T, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Golf TDI, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Golf VR6 24v, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta VR6, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta VR6, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta 2.0L, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta TDI, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW’s unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta GLI, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 Jetta, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK4 R32, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your VW's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from 3SDM Wheels, Alzor Wheels, and WatercooledIND - choose from 18" and 19" sizes, Silver, Matte Black, and Machined finishes, and multi-spoke, twisted spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!