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If you know performance, you know Forge. Specializing in the design and manufacture of premium intakes, hoses, and big brake kits, they are the go-to choice for many motorists who demand consistent performance and hassle free durability. Shop our list of Forge performance parts and accessories where you'll find parts and accessories designed to let you Forge ahead of the competition.

Many VW MK5 GTIs 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, FK and KW have all compiled aftermarket suspension sets that allow you to dial in that perfect look for your GTI. Either keep your GTI static and spin it down to hug the road or air it out and lay frame for the ultimate low look.

A clean look. Streamlined style. Flawless fitment. If this describes the look you're after, then we've got your number inside and out with Genuine OEM Plus Parts for your VW MK5 R32. From bumpers to mirror caps, door handles to spoilers, you'll get a perfect fit every time. Pick up a roof rack or a rear electronic parking aid, all genuine OEM. And that's just a start. Steering wheels, trim kits, shift knobs and dash cubbys, perfect every time. There's plenty more too, all with prices that can't be beat and quality second to none.

ECS now supplies four of the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK5 Jetta 2.5L. Choose from Neuspeed, Injen, AFE, and APR - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your MK5 Jetta.

ECS now supplies four of the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK5 Rabbit. Choose from Neuspeed, Injen, AFE, and APR - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your MK5 Rabbit.

ECS now supplies nine of the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK5 Jetta 2.0T. Choose from Neuspeed, Racingline, K&N, APR, Autotech and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your MK5 Jetta.

ECS now supplies nine of the top Performance Intake Systems available for your Volkswagen MK5 GTI. Choose from Neuspeed, Racingline, K&N, APR, Autotech and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your GTI.

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.

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.

Nothing improves the appearance of your vehicle like new headlights for your VW MK5 Jetta. Whether you want European lighting, Angel Eyes, LEDs or US Spec Lighting, ECS Tuning has all the bases covered. Lighting, unlike most of the other bits on your exterior, is fairly easy to upgrade. Wheels and body kits can cost quite a bit of money and are hard to install on your own. These headlights will upgrade the look of your vehicle, while keeping it simple and some might even improve your nighttime lighting.

An unfortunate consequence of the modern closed PCV/Breather system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports that result in decreased power. Engineered in-house and manufactured here in the USA, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4-chamber oil separator, decreasing oil ingestion and maintaining engine power output. The innovative design also catches as much blow-by gas as possible, bringing carbon buildup to an absolute minimum. 

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.

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 MK5 Jetta, and is made of durable ABS molded plastic for longevity and easy painting. The ECS Carbon Fiber Mirror Cap Set adds a unique, lightweight look to your ride, 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.

From the show stopping fender flairs to the most discreet, tasteful visual upgrades, Exterior Enhancements are now available for your VW MK5 GTI Exterior. The stunning Carbon Fiber Front Lip Diffuser add style and individuality to your ride in minutes, while the ECS Tuning Street Shield Aluminum Skid Plate Kit offers a complete redesign of your factory skid plate arrangement for a greatly enhanced protection and a gorgeous appearance. Upgrades from ECS, Bremmen, Ziza, and Genuine European VW are also available.

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 MK5 R32 Exterior. The stunning City Light High Intensity LED Kits add style and individuality to your ride in minutes, while the ECS Tuning Street Shield Aluminum Skid Plate Kit offers a complete redesign of your factory skid plate arrangement for a greatly enhanced protection and a gorgeous appearance. Upgrades from Genuine VW/Audi, ECS, and Ziza are also available.

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 MK5 Rabbit Exterior. The stunning City Light High Intensity LED Kits add style and individuality to your ride in minutes, while the ECS Tuning Street Shield Aluminum Skid Plate Kit offers a complete redesign of your factory skid plate arrangement for a greatly enhanced protection and a gorgeous appearance. Upgrades from Genuine VW/Audi, JOM, ECS, and Bremmen Parts are also available.

Get a more aggressive OEM look with the German-market front valance for the VW MK5 GTI. When it comes to replacing body panels on your vehicle, do it right. Body shops and DIYers waste hours of time trying to get inferior items to fit. These front valances are made to direct-fit your MK5 Great replacements for broken or damaged pieces or if you're just changing things up for a new look.

Get a more aggressive OEM look with the German-market front valance for the VW MK5 Jetta. When it comes to replacing body panels on your vehicle, do it right. Body shops and DIYers waste hours of time trying to get inferior items to fit. These front valances are made to direct-fit your MK5 Jetta. Great replacements for broken or damaged pieces or if you're just changing things up for a new look.

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, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from fifteen52, Alzor Wheels, and MTechnica - choose from 18" and 19" sizes; Gunmetal, Silver, Matte Black, Rally White, Diamond Cut, Speed Silver, and Machined finishes; and multi-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 MK5 R32, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from MTechnica, Alzor Wheels, and fifteen52 - choose from 18” and 19” sizes, Silver, Matte Black, Gun Metal, and Machined finishes in multi-spoke, monoblock retro, 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 MK5 Jetta 2.5L, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from MTechnica, Alzor Wheels, and fifteen52 - choose from 18” and 19” sizes, Silver, Matte Black, Gun Metal, and Machined finishes in multi-spoke, monoblock retro, 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 MK5 Jetta 2.0T, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from MTechnica, Alzor Wheels, and fifteen52 - choose from 18” and 19” sizes, Silver, Matte Black, Gun Metal, and Machined finishes in multi-spoke, monoblock retro, 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 MK5 Rabbit, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from MTechnica, Alzor Wheels, and fifteen52 - choose from 18” and 19” sizes, Silver, Matte Black, Gun Metal, and Machined finishes in multi-spoke, monoblock retro, 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!